Is there a role for love in therapy, whether in the traditional psychotherapeutic context and/or in the psychedelic space? And if we were to more consciously invite love into therapy, how could we do this in a safe and boundaried way? Dr. Adele LaFrance, a Colorado-based psychologist, the co-creator of Emotion Focused Family Therapy, and now the principal ... Show More
Nov 14
Parenting through the storm-- Adoption, trauma, acceptance, and humility
<p>BFTA storyteller Frank shares the joy, confusion, chaos, utter fear, and deepest gratitude when he and his partner Brad adopted and raised two boys, ages 4 and 2, from the foster care system. Twenty years ago, when Frank adopted the boys, trauma was not in the public awareness ... Show More
1h 1m
Oct 31
When our minds forget our bodies remember-- A trauma therapist comes back to life
<p>Rachael, a trauma therapist and today's storyteller, describes how her early childhood abuse was buried by the protective mechanism of dissociative amnesia. As Rachael wrote to Dr. H, “The only way I could continue to live, with no way out, with no one to tell, with no w ... Show More
1h 13m
Apr 2023
Somatic & Attachment based EMDR/Religious Trauma with guest Therapist Adele Martelle
In todays episode I interview Adele Martelle, and we have a fascinating conversation about somatic experiencing, somatic and attachment based EMDR, religious trauma, CPTSD and more. Adele is a somatic based psychotherapist, certified trauma professional, and spiritual integration ... Show More
1h 28m
Apr 2023
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) with Dr. Diana Hill
<p dir="ltr">Sherry and Carla first take a Love-fix question from someone looking to spice things up in their happy yet somewhat boring relationship. They then welcome Diana Hill, Ph.D. Diana is a clinical psychologist, international trainer, and sought out speaker on Acceptance ... Show More
33m 16s
Jun 2024
Should Everyone Consider Therapy to Be Happier?
With the surge in telemedicine, therapy has seen a remarkable rise in popularity. But could therapy hold the key to a happier life? And should everyone go to therapy? Sanjay speaks with psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb, acclaimed author of "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone," and co- ... Show More
34m 36s
Apr 2023
Dealing with Anxious and Avoidant Attachment Styles, Betrayal, and Regulating Your Nervous System with Dr. Zoe Shaw
<p dir="ltr">Sherry and Carla send a shout-out to their fantastic listeners from Sweden before taking a Love Fix Question from a listener who dislikes their boyfriend's family and is overwhelmed by their gossipy nature. They then welcome Dr. Zoe Shaw, a licensed psychotherapist, ... Show More
28m 34s
Dec 2023
A Deep Dive into Bariatric Surgery and Eating Disorders, with Lauren Marie Aron (Highly Specialist Psychotherapist)
<p>Today I am talking to Lauren Marie Aron, who is a Highly Specialist Psychotherapist and Director and Founder of the Hope Space in Putney, London. The Hope Space is a sanctuary and safe space to support people with disordered eating through therapies.</p>
<p>Lauren’s passion l ... Show More
32m 20s
Feb 2023
Why love –and therapy– means going in a direction you don’t yet know (w/ Dr. Orna Guralnik)
<p>In her critically acclaimed Showtime docuseries, Couples Therapy, clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst Dr. Orna Guralnik thinks deeply about relationships, emotions, and connection. In this episode, Dr. Guralnik explains why she believes psychoanalysis helps us love better, ... Show More
35m 26s
Feb 2021
266: Energy And Psychospiritual Work In Psychotherapy with Dr. Andy Hahn
<p>Welcome back to Therapy Chat! In episode 266, host Laura Reagan, LCSW-C welcomes back Dr. Andy Hahn for part 2 about his Life Centered Therapy method and training process. </p> <p>About our guest:</p> <p>Andrew Hahn, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist. He received his ... Show More
1h 1m