

CALLING HOME with Whitney Goodman, LMFT
Calling Home
Whitney Goodman is a licensed marriage and family therapist and author on a mission to help adult family members have better relationships. Each week, Whitney has conversations with influential guests and real people to help listeners find new ways of looking at old family problems.Calling Home is available every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 34min
Q&A: I Don't Want To Invite My Family To My Wedding
Whitney discusses her three little epiphanies for the week:
therapy lingo continues to be a force for good on reality TV
parents are cutting off their adult children
Should parents get to control your life if they give you money?
She also answers two caller questions. Caller 1 is planning a wedding and doesn't want to invite all of her family members. Caller 2 is trying to find a way to navigate one of the most challenging issues you can face within a family - child grooming and potential child s*xual abuse.*Please keep in mind this episode discussed themes of child ab*se in caller 2.*00:00 Introduction and Epiphanies09:37 Navigating Wedding Guest Lists18:42 Addressing Child Safety and Family DynamicsJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 18, 2025 • 34min
Love Is Blind and Attachment Styles
In this episode, Whitney Goodman explores the four attachment styles and their impact on romantic relationships. She discusses the four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized, explaining how they manifest in relationships and how they are influenced by childhood experiences. She also shows how attachment styles are portrayed in Netflix's new season of Love Is Blind.Timeline:00:00 Introduction to Attachment Styles and Family Dynamics03:21 Understanding Secure Attachment06:19 Exploring Anxious Attachment08:38 Diving into Avoidant Attachment09:37 Understanding Disorganized Attachment11:25 The Impact of Childhood on Attachment Styles13:43 Triggers and Responses in Relationships19:21 Navigating Partner Behaviors and Attachment Styles27:36 The Role of Self-Awareness in RelationshipsJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 13, 2025 • 30min
Q&A: My Parents Have A Horrible Marriage, What Do I Do?
In this epsiode, Whitney answers two caller questions and gives her three little epiphanies for the week:
Sutton's mom on RHOBH
A new phrase she's using to push through hard times
Being a cyclebreaker sucks sometimes
Caller 1 is upset about her parent's horrible marriage. Caller 2 is responding to a smear campaign from her sister in law.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 6, 2025 • 31min
Q&A: Grandpa is Dating Someone New
In this episode, Whitney shares her 3 Little Epiphanies for the week:
Mary Cosby from RHOSLC did an amazing job
How RHONY is an example of "therapy speak" entering the mainstream in a good way
How Whitney is choosing to handle her news consumption in 2025
She also answers two caller questions. Caller 1 is having a baby and doesn't want the baby to meet her father. Caller 2 recently lost her grandmother and is trying to navigate Grandpa having a new girlfriend.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 4, 2025 • 59min
Part 1: Nuance Needed About Adult Child and Parent Estrangement
This is a two-part series with the hosts of Nuance Needed. In part 1, Whitney, Amanda, and Sam discuss the complexities of parental estrangement, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the impact of social media on family dynamics and estrangement.In Part 2, we reflect on the impact of their work on social media on their personal lives, the challenges of parenting, and tips to avoid estrangement. You can listen to part two on Nuance Needed.For online therapy in 42 states, visit Amanda's practice, Therapy for Women: https://therapyforwomencenter.com/ Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 30, 2025 • 32min
Q&A: My Parent Is Distant. Should I Cut Them Off?
In this Q&A episode, Whitney speaks to 2 callers. Caller 1 has a distant parent who doesn't invest much in their relationship. Should she cut them off, or is this just another estrangement fantasy?Caller 2 is a new parent who is worried about messing up his kid. This is the pep talk you need if you can relate.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 2025 • 54min
Do You Have An Uncle Marvin? With Marc Brackett
In this conversation, Whitney Goodman and Marc explore the significance of emotions in personal development and relationships. They discuss the lack of emotional education in families and schools, the impact of cultural perspectives on emotional expression, and the importance of having supportive figures in one's life. They also delve into practical strategies for emotional regulation and the connection between emotional well-being and success. In this conversation, Marc and Whitney explore the profound impact of emotional intelligence on creativity, relationships, and personal growth.Marc's Book, Permission To Feel: https://www.amazon.com/Permission-Feel-Unlocking-Emotions-Ourselves/dp/1250212847 Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 23, 2025 • 22min
Q&A: Ask Me Anything About Emotional Immaturity
In this episode of the Calling Home podcast, Whitney answers your questions about emotional immaturity, providing insights into the dynamics of family relationships, the importance of genuine apologies, and the challenges of caring for emotionally immature parents.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 21, 2025 • 44min
Can My Parent Become More Emotionally Mature?
Whitney Goodman delves into the challenges of adult children dealing with emotionally immature parents. She discusses how one might fantasize about influencing their parents' growth and the toll these relationships can take on mental health. The conversation emphasizes self-awareness and accountability as keys to navigating these dynamics. Whitney provides insights on recognizing potential growth signs in parents and highlights significant cultural influences on emotional immaturity. Setting boundaries becomes essential for personal emotional health.

Jan 16, 2025 • 33min
Q&A: His Parents Are Totally Different In Public
In this episode, Whitney addresses two caller questions. The first caller discusses her awakening to the dysfunction within her family and how uncomfortable she feels now. The second caller asks about the confusing behavior of her emotionally immature in-laws, who present a different persona in public compared to their private interactions. Whitney provides insights on navigating these difficult relationships and emphasizes the importance of acceptance, self-care, and personal boundaries.Timeline:00:00 Introduction and Updates on Calling Home02:33 Caller 1: Awakening to Family Dysfunction16:51 Caller 2: The Dichotomy of Family BehaviorJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices