Caller James's Question: "Why am I stuck and why do I resent wife's boundaries....." // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask Here: https://www.therapybros.com/call-in-and-ask-a-question/ // Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" // Free Consultation Call: https://lovestrong.com/consultation-call Love Strong | Experience Therapy: https://lovestrong.com // Bra...
Sep 06, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 267
In this episode, Brannon and Tyler talk about the transformative stages of change, from pre-contemplation to maintenance. Discover how these stages apply to various aspects of life, including recovery, relationships, and personal growth. Gain valuable insights into the challenges and strategies for progressing through each stage on your journey towards positive change. // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and h...
Sep 04, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 268
Join host Tyler in this introspective episode as he delves into the intriguing intersection of two pivotal concepts: 'full effort and responsibility' and the profound notion of 'surrender.' Drawing on his personal journey as a marriage and family therapist, Tyler explores how these seemingly contradictory principles can coexist, offering a unique perspective on recovery, personal growth, and finding harmony amidst life's challenges. Discover the transformative power of blending these principles ...
Aug 30, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 265
In this episode, Brannon and Tyler dive into the intricate journey of rediscovering authentic masculinity. They discuss how societal influences and childhood wounds can lead men to lose touch with their true selves, resulting in behaviors that mask their vulnerabilities. Through personal stories and insights, they explore the impact of emotional armor, addictions, and societal pressures on men's lives. The conversation highlights the significance of vulnerability, healing, and seeking connection...
Aug 28, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 264
Brannon and Tyler, along with caller Benjamin, delve into the world of plant medicine in this insightful podcast episode. They break down the stigma surrounding psychedelics, explore the different types of plant medicines like ketamine and MDMA, and discuss their potential therapeutic benefits. With a focus on safety and informed decision-making, they address how these treatments can aid issues like depression, trauma, and more. // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you...
Aug 23, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 263
In this Episode, Brannon and Tyler talk about the intricacies of disclosure and honesty in therapy. They delve into the role of therapists in preparing individuals for the disclosure process, highlighting patterns of denial and manipulation. Discover how they create a safe space for truth-telling, emphasizing that the ultimate goal is to provide accurate information for the betrayed partner's decision-making. Tune in to gain insights into their approach and learn how they navigate the complex dy...
Aug 21, 2023•36 min•Season 3Ep. 262
Caller Candace's Question: "I really loved your podcast recently about being dishonest in our relationships! You articulated exactly what I have been feeling is happening in our relationship but couldn’t find the words to express that dynamic. What we struggle with in our relationship on my end, is being dishonest about the way I really feel. Or the impact his addiction has caused in our relationship. When I do bring it up, he struggles with a shame spiral or says “ you always bring this up, I c...
Aug 16, 2023•53 min•Season 3Ep. 261
Caller Jennifer's Question: "At what point do we just give up? I'm the betrayed partner. He's been sober from a life of drugs for 3 yrs but I think been fully convinced that it's my fault he can't live his new sober life in freedom doing what he loves to do with all these boundaries and control. I'm making him miserable and he hates recovery. I'm torn and lost....." // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and heal...
Aug 14, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 260
Join Tyler and Brannon in a captivating podcast where they unravel the intricate layers of gaslighting, relationships, addiction, and personal growth. As experienced therapists, Tyler and Brannon engage in candid conversations, sharing insights and real-life stories to demystify gaslighting and its profound impact. With their expertise, they navigate the delicate balance between accountability and understanding, guiding listeners towards meaningful transformation. // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN ...
Aug 09, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 259
Caller Jaime's Question: "How do we rebuild trust without me checking his phone or using a spy app to watch his activity? I feel like I need proof he's not looking at porn to gain trust back...." // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask Here: https://www.therapybros.com/call-in-and-ask-a-question/ // Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" // Free Consultation Call: https://lo...
Aug 07, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 258
Tune in as Brannon and Tyler take you on a captivating journey to delve into the mysteries of the drama triangle and explore practical tips to break free from its grasp. In this thought-provoking podcast, they offer insightful discussions about attachment styles, the profound impact of early experiences on adult connections, and actionable strategies to avoid toxic patterns in relationships. Through engaging real-life examples and inspiring takeaways, you'll have the opportunity to foster self-d...
Aug 02, 2023•36 min•Season 3Ep. 257
Caller Jake's Question: "How do I stop seeking lust hits in public without overthinking it and sending myself into anxiety and depression?..." // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask Here: https://www.therapybros.com/call-in-and-ask-a-question/ // Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" // Free Consultation Call: https://lovestrong.com/consultation-call Love Strong | E...
Jul 31, 2023•53 min•Season 3Ep. 256
Caller Janelle's Question: "How can I get past the fear of letting my wall down with my spouse after bring betrayed?..." // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask Here: https://www.therapybros.com/call-in-and-ask-a-question/ // Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" // Free Consultation Call: https://lovestrong.com/consultation-call Love Strong | Experience Therapy: ...
Jul 26, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 255
Join Brannon as he opens up about his unique path through recovery and sexuality, shaped by a religious upbringing. From his late-blooming innocence to navigating the complexities of righteousness, witness his inspiring journey of faith and understanding. // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask Here: https://www.therapybros.com/call-in-and-ask-a-question/ // Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wande...
Jul 24, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 254
Caller Heidi's Question: "I wish I had a single specific question. I suppose I’m needing some guidance on how to navigate this whole experience. This is probably wayyy too much information but I’m going for it Some background, my husband and I have been married for 5 years, together for 9. I was previously married and have 3 children from that marriage..." // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask H...
Jul 19, 2023•59 min•Season 3Ep. 253
Caller Joel's Question: "My marriage has reached a critical moment, when a recent relapse has led to a separation. I want to do something to accelerate my recovery, and have been considering various experiential retreats, intensive therapeutic treatment programs, etc., to add to my weekly groups and individual therapy. What advice can you give me to help determine what option may be best for me?" // SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION // We would love to answer any questions you have about addiction, trauma, r...
Jul 17, 2023•52 min•Season 3Ep. 252
Caller Joel's Question: "My marriage has reached a critical moment, when a recent relapse has led to a separation. I want to do something to accelerate my recovery, and have been considering various experiential retreats, intensive therapeutic treatment programs, etc., to add to my weekly groups and individual therapy. What advice can you give me to help determine what option may be best for me?" // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, re...
Jul 17, 2023•52 min•Season 3Ep. 252
The Brothers Discuss: The subtle ways that we are dishonest and why we are dishonest. They focus on relationships and communication. Is this an honest statement? "As long as I'm honest about my relapse...I'm an honest person." That might be further from the truth in ways that will surprise you. The Therapy Brothers break it down. // SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION // We would love to answer any questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, healing, and anything you can think of. Click the link belo...
Jul 12, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 251
The Brothers Discuss: The subtle ways that we are dishonest and why we are dishonest. They focus on relationships and communication. Is this an honest statement? "As long as I'm honest about my relapse...I'm an honest person." That might be further from the truth in ways that will surprise you. The Therapy Brothers break it down. // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask Here: https://www.therap...
Jul 12, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 251
Brannon: Discusses what an interdependent sexual relationship looks like along with what a healthy amount of attachment relationship is. Brannon explains the differences between a codependent, independent, and interdependent relationships. Codependency is on the far end of the spectrum where we rely on our partner for our okayness, whereas independence is where we are removed from our partner. // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recov...
Jul 10, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 250
Tyler Responds To A Question: I'm a 50 year old man, I am successful in my career. I have a family, grown kids. On the outside, I look successful, but on the inside I feel like a teenage boy. There's certain parts about that that I don't like. I sometimes show up immature in my relationship with my wife. I sometimes show up immature in my other relationships. I sometimes show up in a one-down position at work even as a supervisor. Is there a problem? // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love t...
Jul 05, 2023•29 min•Season 3Ep. 249
Caller Ben's Question: Being connected to people has been one of the biggest things to help me in my recovery. I have a lot of good friendships and relationships that I haven't been able to stay connected with. I don't want to lose some of my new found friendships and I want to continue making new ones. How do I go about doing that? // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // We'd love to answer questions you have about addiction, trauma, recovery, relationships, and healing. Ask Here: https://www.the...
Jul 03, 2023•55 min•Season 3Ep. 248
Caller Phillip: has been married for 21 years, has 2 kids, and has had sexual and lust addictions since he was about 13. Phillip had a sexual experience early on at about 12 and was a victim of some intense bullying. Phillip got into the party and homosexual scene during college and got tired of that life and decided to move away. He began to realize there was an underlying addiction and got involved in some support groups. He then found a nice lady and thought marriage would be the cure, but fo...
Jun 28, 2023•53 min•Season 3Ep. 247
Caller Brandon: got married and about a year after Brandon fell back into his addiction. The addiction took control and his husband found out about Brandon's addiction. They were separated a couple of times and have divorce papers filled out. Brandon has seen a therapist that wasn't necessarily the best fit. Brandon has been attending a group and therapy and has started his journey into recovery. Brandon discloses his family's history of sexual addiction and that he and his sister had been adopt...
Jun 26, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 246
The Brothers Discuss: why the father-daughter relationship is so important and how much any daughter needs their father in their life. Tyler brings up a book that he read called strong fathers, strong daughters by Meg Meeker. Some things that are important for the brother when raising daughters is they want them to know that no matter what, they have someone who loves them even when their father makes mistakes. A common tendency for fathers is to play the role of god in their children's life and...
Jun 21, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 245
The Brothers Discuss: A common struggle some men have is a form of being so nice for the reason of trying to obtain validity by pleasing everyone. The brothers talk about how some men go from one end of the nice spectrum all the way to the opposite side of the mean spectrum. Self-care becomes an important part of recovery and must not be done at the expense of being the "nice guy." Finding a healthy balance is needed between being the "nice guy" and being boundaried. The brothers point out some ...
Jun 19, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 244
The Brothers Discuss: why the perspectives we have may differ and how two different people can have a different experience with the same scenario or person. They dive into the question of if one person thinks it's black and the other white, then what is true? If you are able to choose your perspective, then you get to choose how to respond to situations in life. Being able to choose our perspective starts with challenging our perspectives and asking if it is actually true. As you change your bel...
Jun 14, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 243
Caller Alex: recently got out of a 3 year relationship and throughout the relationship his sex addict manifested itself in many ways. At one point in the relationship he felt like disclosing his addiction. His partner knew about a men's group he attended, but did not know what the group was specifically for. Alex is wondering why was it so hard to disclose his addiction to a potential partner in the dating stages. Alex has had an experience of perhaps sharing too soon and it diminished the trust...
Jun 12, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 242
The Brothers discuss: The types of family systems that we grow up in and how that can affect you throughout your life. The brothers introduce the family circumplex model and speak about how pivotal the family system you grow up in is when it comes to how you view the world. Understanding these things allows you to know yourself better and make changes if needed. Gaining this understanding can even lead to finding the source of your shame. The circumplex model outlines where you and your family s...
Jun 07, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 241
Caller Jackie: has a husband of nine months that has struggled with pornography for 20 years. She knew about his addiction before they got married, but was under the impression he had it under control and was working recovery. Her husband had a handful of relapses that he told her about during their marriage, but she thought this was the only problem. 7 months into their marriage, she found pornography on his phone. She then felt a wall between them and felt crazy all of the time, thinking she w...
Jun 05, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 240
