That Relationship Show

Deb & Nao discuss what makes a relationship healthy, unhealthy or toxic. Whether it's a romantic, friendship or parent/adult child duo, they offer tips for knowing when it's time to to dig in and work harder, set boundaries or just say "goodbye."

Psychologist and sexuality expert Dr Aline Zoldbrod joins us to explain why mercy sex should be kicked to the curb, how body mapping can help us and our partner find what we like, and why setting a date for sex can keep us connected even through the toughest of times.

EFT Trainer and Psychologist Sharon Chatkupt Lee joins us to talk about the world we find ourselves in--as individuals, couples, and EFT therapists struggling to be better and do better. She offers suggestions for navigating our way in these challenging times.

EFT Trainer and author Dr. Paul Guillory joins us to discuss his new book: EFT With African American Couples: Love Heals. He explains the many factors that go into racial identity, and how they can leave us "primed for negative" or more flexible. He emphasizes the importance of practicing cultural humility.

Dr. Nicole Kosanke, researcher and Director of Family Services at The Center for Motivation and Change joins us to discuss cutting edge research on the treatment of addiction. She shares what she's learned about how brains change, and offers help for family members who want to be supportive yet still take care of themselves.

Sexologist, author, educator and therapist Dr. Lexx Brown-James joins us for a lively discussion about sex, identity and healing from sexual shame to get back to pleasure in our physical relationships.

Dating and relationship coach Cora Boyd, known for helping millennials decode their love lives, joins to share her insights on dating in the modern world. She discusses the importance of authenticity on dating apps and the nuances of flirting. Cora emphasizes emotional intelligence and the value of genuine connections over superficial tactics. She also highlights how the pandemic has reshaped dating dynamics, urging listeners to reflect on their attachment styles while navigating intimate relationships.

Therapist, author and researcher Deirdre Fay joins us to offer practical advice for helping yourself through life's most difficult and painful moments. With decades of experience she guides us with tangible tips to organize our minds, bodies and hearts, and move more securely in the world--no matter what comes our way.

Lisa Palmer-Olsen, an EFT trainer and founder of the Emotionally Focused Couples Training Institute, shares her insights on healing after betrayal. She discusses the emotional fallout of betrayals, emphasizing the importance of therapist self-awareness. The conversation dives into the complexities of deception, the varying experiences of betrayal among partners, and the role of open communication in rebuilding trust. Lisa also touches on parental betrayals, illustrated through celebrity examples, and offers hope for recovery in relationships.

Stanford Professor & Forgiveness researcher Fred Luskin joins us to offer practical tips for achieving peace of mind after we've been deeply wounded. From Monica Lewinsky to Northern Ireland, he shares his own journey that led to creating the most comprehensive research project on the process of forgiveness.