That Relationship Show

Jessa Zimmerman, a Certified Sex Therapist and author of 'Sex Without Stress', dives deep into the challenges couples face with varying sexual desires. She offers insights on how open communication can help navigate these discrepancies and restore intimacy. Jessa emphasizes that it's normal for partners to want different levels of sexual connection and discusses strategies to enhance pleasure. Additionally, she explores the impact of past experiences on intimacy and the significance of a relaxed environment for fostering stronger connections.

Dr. Nancy Aikin joins us to discover what might be fueling the old "guilt tripping" approach to parenting adult children. She helps normalize the disappointment that can go both ways, and offers tips for having more meaningful family conversations.

Renowned expert Dr. Joshua Coleman joins us to talk about estrangement between adult children and parents. In this lively discussion he shares how to reach for reconciliation or find acceptance when it isn't possible. Along the way he provides tips for preventing such cutoffs with family members.

EFT Trainer Dr. Kathryn Rheem joins us to discuss what she's learned about Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy with individuals and couples, including her own personal journey.

Join Jef Slootmaeckers, an EFT trainer from Belgium and expert on interpersonal violence in couples therapy, as he delves into the complexities of love and aggression. He discusses the distinction between situational violence and intimate terrorism within relationships. Jef emphasizes the importance of addressing attachment wounds to break cycles of aggression. He also highlights how trauma influences emotional responses, urging couples to create safe spaces for communication. Throughout, he advocates for therapeutic interventions that foster healthier connections.

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Sue Johnson, the founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy, shares her journey in couple and family therapy. She reveals how EFT provides significant emotional recovery for couples, with over 70% success rates. Dr. Johnson emphasizes the healing power of emotional engagement in therapy, showing its benefits across various settings. She also discusses the complexities of emotional experiences in mental health and the crucial role of connection in therapy, backed by compelling anecdotes that inspire resilience and growth.

EFT therapist, author and Instagram star Julie Menanno joins us to talk about her new book, Secure Love. In this fun conversation, she helps us understand how to transform our anger, pain or resentment into validating boundaried conversations that are likely to both get us what we want and protect our relationship bonds.

Hilary Jacobs Hendel, an author and psychotherapist known for her work on emotional health, shares her insights on understanding emotions through the Change Triangle tool. She discusses how perfectionism often stems from anxiety and the importance of body awareness in emotional regulation. Hilary emphasizes processing difficult feelings like shame and guilt for better mental health, and she introduces the concept of emotional defenses in relationships. Expect a thoughtful exploration of mind and emotion to enhance your well-being!

EFT therapists, business partners and married couple Tina & Michael LeBlanc join us to talk about their new book, The 10 Habits of Happy Couples. They offer specific skills that can be practiced between therapy sessions for deepening connection, making repairs after fights and protecting the relationship.

EFT Trainer Dr. Ting Liu joins us to deconstruct the layers of pain that result from affairs. She offers hope for healing from even the deepest cuts, and for inoculating our relationships from this pain.