
Relationship Coaching School Podcast
The Relationship Coaching School Podcast is for coaches, therapists, and growth-minded clients who want to master relationships and help their clients master relationships. Hosted by Jayson Gaddis, a world-class coach and trainer, this podcast dives into what sparks real change, what coaching methods actually work, and how to get results in our most important relationships.
Latest episodes

May 13, 2025 • 34min
Will AI Replace Coaches and Therapists? Jayson Gaddis - 526
Jayson discusses the role of AI in the therapy and coaching space. Will AI replace therapists and coaches? Can it ever be better than a real coach or therapist? What are the downsides of using AI to coach yourself? Stay tuned until the end of the episode to find out how you can thrive—rather than just survive—as a coach or therapist in the age of AI.Timestamps:5:42 - Price point9:10 - Who will lose their jobs?12:53 - What AI can't replace19:24 - AI and intuition23:47 - How should coaches and therapists adapt to AI?Links:Follow Jayson on social media:InstagramYouTubeLinkedInTikTokTwitterFacebook

May 6, 2025 • 18min
User Error- How to Be a Great Client - Jayson Gaddis - 525
If you want to get the most out of therapy or coaching, it’s important to know how to be a great client. In this episode, Jayson shares his experience of being a client and breaks down how you can make sure you’re getting the results you want. Is it ever okay not to make progress? Learn how to advocate for yourself, prepare for your sessions, stay accountable to friends and family, and much more in this episode!Timestamps:1:40 - Is it okay not to make progress?4:01 - Jayson's story8:51 - How to be a good client15:53 - When to have a frank conversation with your coach or therapistLinks:Follow Jayson on social media:InstagramYouTubeLinkedInTikTokTwitterFacebook

Apr 29, 2025 • 45min
Therapy & Coaching Advice from Alexandra Solomon - 524
Clinical psychologist Alexandra Solomon joins Jayson to offer valuable advice for therapists and coaches. What are the unique challenges of working with men in couples work? How should therapists and coaches manage countertransference? What common issues are individuals bringing to therapy these days? And how can therapists help people most effectively? Find the answers to these questions—and more—in this insightful episode!Timestamps:10:11 - Gendered issues in therapy19:45 - Individuals vs couples therapy26:45 - Countertransference39:23 - Advice for new practitioners Links:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/Follow Jayson on social media:InstagramYouTubeLinkedInTikTokTwitterFacebook

Apr 25, 2025 • 28min
Introducing: Integrated - Why Being a Team Is So Hard
Jayson and Ellen dive into the complexities of teamwork in entrepreneurial couples. They explore how cultural biases toward independence can hinder collaboration. Personal histories shape our ability to connect effectively, and entitlement may block productive partnerships. Differences among team members can actually bolster strength and innovation. The conversation emphasizes the need for shared leadership and emotional healing, encouraging couples to embrace each other's uniqueness for better personal and professional growth.

Apr 22, 2025 • 12min
Understanding Over Solutions - Jayson Gaddis - 523
What’s wrong with going into fix-it mode when someone shares their problems?Jayson explains why it’s better to offer understanding rather than jumping in with solutions—and how people are more likely to come up with their own answers when they feel truly heard.Timestamps:0:03 - What's wrong with "fix-it" mode?3:49 - Reflecting instead of fixing7:08 - Giving people space to come up with their own solutions8:30 - Understanding first, then solutionsLinks:Follow Jayson on social media:InstagramYouTubeLinkedInTikTokTwitterFacebook

Apr 15, 2025 • 16min
Coaching Someone Who Wants a Successful Relationship - Jayson Gaddis - 522
How should you coach someone who wants to be in a successful relationship? Jayson breaks it down. Do you need to have successful relationships yourself to coach effectively? How can you teach your clients the skills they need to develop, and what does that process look like? Don’t miss this insightful episode.Timestamps:0:36 - You have to have successful relationships7:05 - Skill acquisition13:27 - Don't be uncomfortable with intimacy Links:Follow Jayson on social media:InstagramYouTubeLinkedInTikTokTwitterFacebook

Apr 8, 2025 • 22min
Coaching Using Motivational Interviewing - Jayson Gaddis - 521
Jayson breaks down motivational interviewing. What is it? Can you force your clients to change? What should you do if a client is ambivalent about change? Is your client placing value on the right things? Whether you're a coach or a client, you won’t want to miss this insightful episode.Timestamps:1:50 - Placing value on the right things3:34 - Motivational interviewing5:57 - Ambivalence about change11:37 - You can't force people to changeLinks:Become A Certified Relationship Coach (RCT) Follow Jayson on social media:InstagramYouTubeLinkedInTikTokTwitterFacebook

Apr 2, 2025 • 18min
Pros and Cons of Coaching - Jayson Gaddis - 520
Jayson explores the pros and cons of coaching. Is coaching more effective than therapy? He discusses the lack of standards in coaching, the absence of trauma training, and the potential shallowness of the approach. Jayson also examines why prioritizing results over feelings can be problematic. However, he also highlights why coaching can sometimes be a better option than therapy. Why choose coaching? Tune in to find out. Timestamps: 0:57 - A lack of standards 4:26 - Results over feelings 7:47 - Does coaching get better results? 14:10 - Conclusion Links: Become A Certified Relationship Coach (RCT) Follow Jayson on social media: Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TikTok Twitter Facebook

Mar 26, 2025 • 16min
Pros and Cons of Talk Therapy - Jayson Gaddis - 519
Jayson breaks down the pros and cons of talk therapy. Where does talk therapy come up short? What are its strengths? What kind of therapy should you progress to after talk therapy? Why are relationships better than talk therapy? Whether you’re a client, coach, or therapist, you won’t want to miss this insightful episode. Timestamps: 3:13 - Where talk therapy comes up short 5:55 - Positive outcomes of talk therapy 8:33 - Moving on after talk therapy 10:28 - Relationships are better than talk therapy 13:11 - Conclusion Links: Become A Certified Relationship Coach (RCT) Follow Jayson on social media: Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TikTok Twitter Facebook

Mar 19, 2025 • 16min
Your Main Job as a Coach - Jayson Gaddis - 518
What is your main job as a coach? Jayson discusses the importance of giving your clients permission to be messy, finding key relationships where they can be authentic, and providing them with a sense of certainty. He also explains why your ultimate goal as a coach should be to work yourself out of a job. Tune in to discover how to help people authentically be themselves while achieving what they want in life. Timestamps: 4:52 Giving your clients permission to be messy 8:45 Finding key relationships 13:15 Summery Links: Follow Jayson on social media: Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TikTok Twitter Facebook