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APPLE | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE In this deeply moving episode of Psychotherapy Central, I speak with Paul King and Craig McMahon about their personal experiences of spiritual awakening, connection with the afterlife, and how grief can open a path to purpose. Paul shares the story of how a reading with a psychic medium changed his life, leading to the creation of Awaken—a spiritually-minded festival in Sydney bringing together energy healers, mediums, and seekers. Craig, a film producer known for Life to Afterlife, talks about his calling to create spiritually uplifting media after working in mainstream Hollywood. Together, we explore: The moment Paul knew there was life after death How Craig’s loss led to connection with angels and spirit guides Why synchronicity is a form of spiritual communication How grief can open us to deeper spiritual awareness What it means to awaken to your soul’s path Whether you're navigating loss, exploring consciousness, or seeking a spiritual community—this episode offers warmth, insight, and hope. 🎟️ Sydney Listeners: Join us at the Awakin Festival, June 28–29 at the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney 💸 Use code PC50OFF for 50% off tickets. 🌐 Tickets https://events.humanitix.com/theafterlifeconvention-awakin-sydney-hordernpavilion?discountcode=PC50OFF   Work With Jennifer: Jennifer Nurick works with couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to foster secure attachment and healthier relationships. Sessions are available during Australian daytime hours, suitable for evening sessions in the U.S. Book your session: psychotherapycentral.health Connect With Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapy.central Facebook: Psychotherapy Central YouTube: Psychotherapy Central 💬 Loved this episode? Please leave a review or share it with someone who needs to hear: You are more loved than you know.

APPLE | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE In this episode of Psychotherapy Central, I take you inside one of the most powerful somatic tools I’ve ever encountered: Focusing, developed by philosopher and psychologist Eugene Gendlin. If you’ve ever had a tightness in your chest, a lump in your throat, or a gut feeling that held more than words—you’ve already touched the edge of the felt sense. Focusing helps you go deeper. Together, we’ll explore: What the felt sense really is (and what it’s not) The six simple steps of Focusing Why Focusing is so effective in trauma healing How to build a new, safe relationship with your body Common questions people ask when starting this practice Whether you’re a therapist or on your own healing journey, this episode gives you both insight and practice. I’ve also created a free guided audio to help you try Focusing for yourself (details below). 📥 Download the guided audio: www.psychotherapycentral.health/anxious-attachment 📘 Want to go deeper? Explore my book Heal Your Anxious Attachment for more on accessing and expressing the emotional truths inside. 💬 If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone you love or leave a review—it helps others find the show and begin their own healing journey. With warmth, Jen 🌻   Work With Jennifer: Jennifer Nurick works one on one and with couples using Somatic practices, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to foster secure attachment and healthier relationships. Sessions are available during Australian daytime hours, suitable for evening sessions in the U.S. Book your session: psychotherapycentral.health Connect With Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapy.central Facebook: Psychotherapy Central YouTube: Psychotherapy Central

APPLE | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE In this episode of Psychotherapy Central, I’m diving into the deeply transformative process of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT)—one of the most effective, evidence-based approaches to relationship healing. Whether you're feeling stuck in repetitive arguments, disconnected from your partner, or simply longing for deeper emotional intimacy, EFCT offers a roadmap. I’ll walk you through the three stages of this powerful therapy model and explore how we can move from disconnection and reactivity to vulnerability and reconnection. You’ll learn: What EFCT is and why it works The pursue–withdraw cycle and how it keeps couples stuck How to transform protest into vulnerability The role of attachment needs in conflict How EFCT supports long-term relational healing If you’re a therapist, in a relationship, or simply curious about deep emotional healing, this episode is for you. 📖 Referenced in this episode: My book, Heal Your Anxious Attachment Past podcast episodes on Internal Family Systems (Episodes 5–11) Work With Jennifer: Jennifer Nurick works with couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to foster secure attachment and healthier relationships. Sessions are available during Australian daytime hours, suitable for evening sessions in the U.S. Book your session: psychotherapycentral.health Connect With Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapy.central Facebook: Psychotherapy Central YouTube: Psychotherapy Central   💬 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps us reach more people doing the work of healing. Much love, Jen 🌻

YOUTUBE | SPOTIFY | APPLE PODCASTS Episode 45: Secure Attachment – What It Looks, Feels, and Sounds Like (And Why It Matters) In this foundational episode of Psychotherapy Central, Jennifer Nurick dives deep into secure attachment—unpacking what it truly means, how it feels, and why it's essential for healthy, resilient relationships. After examining anxious and avoidant attachment styles, Jennifer shares vivid, real-life examples and critical insights into secure attachment to help listeners understand and embody this relationship dynamic. Key Highlights: Why Secure Attachment Matters: Jennifer outlines compelling research showing secure attachment is linked with better emotional regulation, increased relationship satisfaction, higher emotional intelligence, effective conflict resolution, greater life satisfaction, and even improved physical health and stress resilience. Real-Life Examples of Secure Attachment: Learn how secure attachment manifests in everyday interactions, such as comfortably giving and receiving love, open and honest communication, experiencing trust without excessive fear, effectively handling conflicts without threatening the relationship, and gracefully repairing after misunderstandings. Building Secure Attachment: Jennifer provides practical guidance on how you can cultivate secure attachment, even if it wasn't modeled in your early life. Referenced Research and Resources: Jennifer Nurick: Heal Your Anxious Attachment Mikulincer & Shaver (2007). Attachment in Adulthood: Structure, Dynamics, and Change Pistole & Arricale (2003). Understanding attachment: Beliefs about conflict Kafetsios (2004). Attachment and emotional intelligence Malouff & Schutte (2016). Attachment and subjective well-being Karreman & Vingerhoets (2012). Attachment and resilience McWilliams & Bailey (2010). Attachment ratings and health conditions Maunder & Hunter (2001). Attachment and psychosomatic medicine Related Episodes: EP 29 The Mindset of Secure Attachment Ep. 44 – Repairing Attachment Injuries with Dr. Clare Rosoman Ep. 2 – Avoidant Attachment Explained Work With Jennifer: Jennifer Nurick works with couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to foster secure attachment and healthier relationships. Sessions are available during Australian daytime hours, suitable for evening sessions in the U.S. Book your session: psychotherapycentral.health Connect With Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapy.central Facebook: Psychotherapy Central YouTube: Psychotherapy Central Hashtags: #SecureAttachment #RelationshipGoals #HealthyRelationships #AttachmentTheory #EmotionalIntelligence #ConflictResolution #RelationshipAdvice #EFTtherapy #IFStherapy #PsychotherapyCentral #CouplesCounseling #MentalHealthPodcast #Resilience #StressManagement #CommunicationSkills #TrustBuilding #RepairRelationships #SelfHealing

YOUTUBE | APPLE | SPOTIFY In this insightful episode of Psychotherapy Central, host Jennifer Nurick interviews Dr. Clare Rosoman, clinical psychologist, international Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) trainer, and author of three powerful books on attachment and relationship healing. With over 25 years of clinical experience, Clare brings profound wisdom and practical insights into healing attachment injuries—those painful breaches of trust, betrayal, or abandonment in relationships. In this conversation, Clare and Jennifer explore: Clare’s personal and professional journey into Emotionally Focused Therapy. Why vulnerability is the "magic juice" of relationship healing and attachment security. The hidden personal benefits therapists experience when working deeply with EFT. The wide-ranging impact of attachment injuries, beyond just infidelity. How attachment injuries disrupt fundamental questions of emotional safety and trust. The Attachment Injury Resolution Model—an evidence-based framework to repair relational ruptures. Why creating safety and stability is essential before healing attachment wounds. Key Resources Mentioned: Clare's Books: Repairing Attachment Injuries in Close Relationships: An Emotionally Focused Guide to Moving Beyond Betrayal An Emotionally Focused Guide to Relationship Loss: Life After Love An Emotionally Focused Workbook for Relationship Loss: Healing Heartbreak Session by Session Dr. Sue Johnson’s foundational EFT book: Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson Related Episodes: Episode 43: What Avoidants Really Need (But Struggle to Ask For) Episode 40: Why We Choose Avoidant Partners: An Internal Family Systems Perspective Episode 2: Avoidant Attachment Explained Connect with Dr. Clare Rosoman: Dr. Clare Rosoman’s Website Instagram: @clarerosoman Connect with Jennifer Nurick and Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapy.central Facebook: Psychotherapy Central YouTube: Psychotherapy Central Explore more resources, insights, and support for secure and fulfilling relationships at Psychotherapy Central.   #AttachmentInjuries #EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #EFTtherapy #RelationshipHealing #AttachmentTheory #TrustRepair #CouplesTherapy #SecureAttachment #AttachmentHealing #TherapyInsights #DrClareRosoman #PsychotherapyCentral #HealYourRelationships #AttachmentTrauma #MentalHealthPodcast #EmotionalIntimacy #RelationshipAdvice #HealingFromBetrayal  

 APPLE | SPOTIFY In this episode of Psychotherapy Central, host Jennifer Nurick delves into the often misunderstood world of avoidant attachment. While avoidantly attached individuals may appear self-sufficient and distant, they harbour deep emotional needs that they often find challenging to express. In this episode Jennifer explores: The internal experience of avoidant attachment Core emotional needs of avoidant individuals, including: Emotional safety without pressure Acceptance for who they are Connection on their terms Freedom and autonomy within relationships Reliability and consistency from partners Non-verbal understanding Validation of their feelings and boundaries The reasons behind their difficulty in expressing these needs Steps toward healing and fostering healthier relationships Resources Mentioned: Book: Heal Your Anxious Attachment by Jennifer Nurick. This holistic guide offers a trauma-informed approach to help individuals feel more secure, cultivate self-worth, and build healthier relationships. Insight: Esther Perel emphasizes the importance of maintaining mystery and surprise in relationships to counteract routine and sustain desire. Related Episodes: Episode 2: Avoidant Attachment Explained – A comprehensive overview of avoidant attachment, its development, and its impact on relationships. Episode 25: 9 Tips for Dating When You Are Avoidantly Attached – Practical advice for navigating the dating world with an avoidant attachment style. Episode 31: Understanding Avoidant Attachment Behaviours – Delving deeper into the behaviors associated with avoidant attachment and strategies for change. Episode 40: Why We Choose Avoidant Partners: An Internal Family Systems Perspective – Exploring the unconscious patterns that draw individuals to avoidant partners. Connect with Jennifer Nurick: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapy.central Facebook: Psychotherapy Central YouTube: Psychotherapy Central For further resources, insights, and support on your journey toward secure and fulfilling relationships, visit Psychotherapy Central.

APPLE | SPOTIFY Do you feel an overwhelming urgency to fix things right after a disagreement? Does the silence feel unbearable, like something terrible will happen if you don’t resolve it right away? In this episode of Psychotherapy Central, we explore the deep-rooted reasons behind this response, from nervous system activation to attachment wounds. You'll discover: 🔥 Why your body treats arguments like life-or-death situations 🧠 How past experiences shape your response to conflict ❤️ The pursuer-withdrawer cycle in relationships 🌿 Six powerful strategies to calm your nervous system and break the cycle This isn’t about fixing the argument—it’s about learning to regulate yourself so you can respond from a grounded, secure place. Resources Mentioned: 📩 Have a question for Jen? – Email us at hello@psychotherapycentral.health 👶 Meet Your Inner Child Mini-Course – Learn to connect with and parent your younger parts: https://www.psychotherapycentral.health/meet-your-inner-child-registration 💌 Join My Mailing List – Get exclusive content and offers: https://www.psychotherapycentral.health/site/contact   For more content like this, follow Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapycentral Facebook: Psychotherapy Central Youtube: @psychotherapycentral Podcast: Psychotherapy Central Podcast   To get help on your journey through life, access our offerings: One-on-One Therapy Sessions: Book a session here Couple Counselling Sessions: Book a session here Online Courses: Explore our courses here Relationship Cycle Breaker: Register here Free Training: Cycle Breaker's Circle   💖 If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who might need it. And don’t forget to leave a review—you might just win free access to one of my courses! For more content on love, attachment, and healing, follow me on Instagram: @psychotherapy.central See you next time! Warmly, Jen

APPLE | SPOTIFY Do you find yourself repeatedly drawn to emotionally unavailable partners, even though you crave connection? In this episode of Psychotherapy Central, we explore why this pattern happens through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), or parts work. You'll discover: 💔 Why avoidant behavior is protective and how it forms🧠 How your own avoidant part might be choosing unavailable partners❤️ How childhood wounds and unprocessed relationship trauma influence partner choice🌿 The steps to break free from these patterns and cultivate secure attachment IFS helps us understand the parts within us that unknowingly lead us toward distant partners. Healing begins with self-awareness, compassion, and working with these protective parts. Resources Mentioned: 💌 Join My Mailing List – Be the first to know about new offers and resources:https://www.psychotherapycentral.health/site/contact 👶 Meet Your Inner Child Mini-Course – A self-paced course to connect with and nurture your inner child:https://www.psychotherapycentral.health/meet-your-inner-child-registration 📚 Heal Your Anxious Attachment – My signature course to develop secure attachment within yourself and in relationships:https://www.psychotherapycentral.health/heal-your-anxious-attachment Episodes Referenced: 🎧 EP2: Avoidant Attachment Explained🎧 EP5: What is IFS Therapy? Internal Family Systems Therapy Explained   For more content like this, follow Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapycentral Facebook: Psychotherapy Central Youtube: @psychotherapycentral Podcast: Psychotherapy Central Podcast   To get help on your journey through life, access our offerings: One-on-One Therapy Sessions: Book a session here Couple Counselling Sessions: Book a session here Online Courses: Explore our courses here Relationship Cycle Breaker: Register here Free Training: Cycle Breaker's Circle 💖 I hope you found this episode insightful. If you enjoyed it, please leave a rating or review. If you're watching on YouTube, don't forget to like and subscribe—it really helps! 👉 For more content on love, attachment, and healing, follow me on Instagram: @psychotherapy.central See you next time!Warmly,Jen #PsychotherapyCentral #IFS #AnxiousAttachment #RelationshipHealing #SelfAwareness #EmotionalHealing #AttachmentStyles #SelfCompassion #InnerWork #HealingJourney #MindfulRelationships #TherapyTools #BreakTheCycle #HealYourAnxiousAttachment #CycleBreakers #SelfHealers

YOUTUBE | APPLE | SPOTIFY Have you ever found yourself texting your partner repeatedly, withdrawing to get their attention, or starting arguments over small issues? These are protest behaviors—your nervous system’s way of saying, I need to feel safe and connected. In this episode, we dive deep into: 🔹 What protest behaviors are and why they happen 🔹 How childhood attachment wounds shape these reactions 🔹 The impact of protest behaviors on adult relationships 🔹 How Internal Family Systems (IFS) can help you heal these patterns IFS teaches us that these behaviors stem from protective parts of us—exiles carrying deep fears of abandonment, and managers trying to keep us safe. Instead of criticizing yourself, you can learn to approach these parts with awareness, curiosity, and compassion. 💡 Want to go deeper? 📖 Heal Your Anxious Attachment—my book includes over 20 meditations and practical tools to support your healing. Available at all major book retailers. 🎧 IFS Deep Dive—Listen to episodes 5-13 of this podcast, especially episode 5, to understand IFS more deeply. 📲 More resources in the “ATTACHMENT” highlight on my Instagram. If this episode resonated with you, please leave a 5-star review—it really helps! 🌿 Healing takes time, and every step you take matters. Love, Jen 💛   For more content like this, follow Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapycentral Facebook: Psychotherapy Central Youtube: @psychotherapycentral Podcast: Psychotherapy Central Podcast To get help on your journey through life, access our offerings: One-on-One Therapy Sessions: Book a session here Couple Counselling Sessions: Book a session here Online Courses: Explore our courses here Relationship Cycle Breaker: Register here Free Training: Cycle Breaker's Circle #PsychotherapyCentral #IFS #AnxiousAttachment #RelationshipHealing #SelfAwareness #EmotionalHealing #AttachmentStyles #SelfCompassion #InnerWork #HealingJourney #MindfulRelationships #TherapyTools #BreakTheCycle #HealYourAnxiousAttachment #CycleBreakers #SelfHealers

APPLE | SPOTIFY In this insightful episode of Psychotherapy Central, Jennifer Nurick welcomes Sue McDonnell, a seasoned psychotherapist and executive coach, to explore the profound connections between leadership and self-awareness. Sue shares her extensive experience working with executive teams and senior leaders, highlighting how conscious leadership can transform organizational dynamics and foster meaningful change. Throughout the conversation, Sue delves into the concept of the leadership shadow, emphasizing the significant impact leaders have through their thoughts, words, and actions. She distinguishes between executive coaching and traditional psychotherapy, explaining how coaching focuses on outcome-driven goals and incorporates feedback from multiple stakeholders to enhance accountability and growth. Listeners will gain valuable insights into Sue’s intuitive approach to coaching, which blends various therapeutic tools to meet the unique needs of each client. The episode also touches on the importance of vulnerability and authentic connection in leadership, the challenges of balancing personal and professional growth, and strategies for overcoming loneliness in today’s fast-paced world. Sue and Jennifer discuss the lasting effects of COVID-19 on interpersonal relationships and the critical need for community and co-regulation to combat isolation. They explore practical tips for offering and receiving compassionate feedback, managing internal and external self-awareness, and cultivating a supportive environment both personally and professionally. Whether you’re a leader seeking to enhance your self-awareness or someone interested in the intersection of psychotherapy and executive coaching, this episode offers profound wisdom and actionable strategies to foster transformation and build stronger, more empathetic relationships. Key Takeaways: The impact of leadership behavior on team dynamics and organizational culture. Differences and complementary aspects of executive coaching versus psychotherapy. The importance of clear, kind, and compassionate feedback in personal and professional growth. Strategies for overcoming loneliness and building meaningful community connections. Balancing continuous personal development with professional responsibilities. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how conscious leadership and self-awareness can drive meaningful change within yourself and your organization. References: Books: Lost Connections by Johann Hari: This book discusses the broader social and cultural factors contributing to depression, offering a perspective beyond the traditional medical model. Works by Esther Perel: Mentioned in the context of relationships and transitions within marriages, particularly her insights on long-term partnerships and evolving dynamics. The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker: valuable resource on the importance of community and creating meaningful gatherings Websites and Concepts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-mcdonnell-91b5983/ - For more information on Sue's work with executive teams and leaders. Thomas Hübl: Referenced for his expression “I’m feeling you feeling me,” highlighting the importance of attunement and connection in therapeutic work.     For more content like this, follow Psychotherapy Central: Website: psychotherapycentral.health Instagram: @psychotherapycentral Facebook: Psychotherapy Central Youtube: @psychotherapycentral Podcast: Psychotherapy Central Podcast To get help on your journey through life, access our offerings: One-on-One Therapy Sessions: Book a session here Couple Counselling Sessions: Book a session here Online Courses: Explore our courses here Relationship Cycle Breaker: Register here Free Training: Cycle Breaker's Circle Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with your friends and family.