
What Healthy Couples Know That You Don't
Relationships matter. Do you want to know the nitty gritty of what makes a relationship work? Get your answers to relationship questions. Learn how to keep respect alive & well, because lack of respect is why people get divorced. Learn what builds trust & how to recover from infidelity, drama or codependency. Advice from psychotherapist Rhoda Sommer based on over 35 years of working with couples. www.therapyideas.net
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Apr 16, 2025 • 47min
Money Matters in Love: How to Overcome Financial Struggles Together
We're diving into one of the most challenging yet crucial aspects of any relationship, managing money. If you are sharing finances with someone, financial struggles are bound to come up at some point. Money touches almost every part of our lives. And when couples aren't on the same page about how to manage it, stress can quickly build.

Apr 2, 2025 • 36min
Stop the Cycle: How to Handle Conflict and Reduce Resentments
Couples never fighting, means at least one person is catering too much by swallowing their disagreement, which makes things so not interesting. So it may have the appearance of constant joy, but underneath, unspoken resentments are piling up because pretending the differences are not there doesn't work over the long haul. Listen & learn how to make conflict be respectful and not destructive.

Mar 19, 2025 • 43min
Elevating Love: How Growth, Responsibility & Purpose Strengthen Bonds
Growth in love requires openness to change, the willingness to challenge old patterns, and the courage to embrace transformation in the pursuit of something greater. It is the conscious effort to evolve together that truly sustains a relationship. Relationships flourish when both partners take accountability seriously.

Mar 5, 2025 • 49min
TRUST IN LOVE & LIFE: How to build, keep & Repair it
Trust is basic to the infrastructure of every relationship. Trust goes beyond simple honesty. Trust opens the doors to vulnerability & deeper intimacy. Trust means we are able to share our deepest fears, dreams & our true selves which leads to stronger connections that stand the test of time.

Feb 19, 2025 • 40min
Women Finding Love: The Ultimate Guide to Successful Dating
Dating can be exhausting. Meeting people & dating is a messy business. We humans desire connection so let’s improve your odds for success with online dating. Dating can be confusing with so many choices, the search for a partner can feel like an endless series of trial & error. It can leave you wondering if the right person will ever show up!

Feb 5, 2025 • 47min
Attachment Anxiety: How Insecurities Affect Your Relationship
Only 38% of Americans say they have a secure attachment style. This episode will explore all the ways our insecurities contribute to our struggles with having healthy relationships. Our insecurities contaminate our relationships and any ability to see things clearly. Our insecurities make us want to leap into the arms of any nearby rescuer/prince to fix our unhappiness. Our insecurities twist us into pretzels of doubt. It is a mindset that creates obstacles to secure attachment.

Jan 22, 2025 • 42min
GET CONNECTED TO LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE
Learning how to be better connected to yourself and others is the key to everything you want. There is nothing more important than relationships and they can be very bewildering. We are often mystified and confused trying to understand ourselves. We find it hard to forgive or even give others the benefit of the doubt in these polarized times. Our disconnections are too plentiful and the easiest thing to do.

Jan 2, 2025 • 24min
Codependency: Losing Track of You in Relationships & How to find yourself again
Explore the complexities of codependency and recognize the warning signs of losing yourself in a relationship. Discover how conflict can actually propel self-discovery and the importance of embracing boundaries. Learn to navigate your needs while maintaining honesty and humor with your partner. Delve into personal stories that highlight the balance between self-identity and partnership, all while tackling the discomfort that comes with personal growth. It's a heartfelt journey toward healthier, more authentic relationships.

Dec 4, 2024 • 44min
Navigating Common LGBTQ+ Challenges: Solutions for a Better Future
We delve into the experiences of the LGBTQ+ community, focusing on the common challenges faced and the innovative solutions that are paving the way for a brighter future. Whether you’re a member of the LGBTQ+ community, an ally, or someone looking to deepen your understanding, this episode promises to offer valuable insights and actionable advice.

Nov 19, 2024 • 55min
Compulsive Behaviors including Sex Addiction & Pornography: How to Make Progress in Recovery
Both pornography & sexual addiction are very challenging issues for couples. There can be real communication challenges because porn use & sex addiction can make communication about intimacy and sexual preferences impossible. Individuals may find it difficult to discuss their feelings or concerns openly, fearing judgment or rejection. Shame makes this difficult to admit, even to therapists.
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