Stubborn Love

This episode digs deep into the journey of strengthening relationships through the Gottman method, sharing personal anecdotes and professional insights.  Key takeaways from the episode: What is the Gottman method and how does it apply to couples therapy? What are 'bids' in the context of relationship dynamics, and why are they important? The impact of individual therapy on couples' dyn...

Summary Simon Rinne is a licensed social worker and shared his personal journey of dealing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, overcoming alcohol misuse, and his experience finding the right therapists, leading to his commitment to men's mental health. Key takeaways from the episode: How the home environment and societal pressures impact men's mental health. We talk about how these pressur...

Summary Betrayal in relationships, discovering cheating, or realizing the person is not who you thought they were. All of these are painful relational experiences that can take quite the journey to recover from, but it doesn’t have to be painful or long with the help of Accelerated Resolution Therapy. Key takeaways from the episode: Learn what betrayal trauma is and how it shows up in relationship...

This episodes features a solo episode with your host, Paige Bond, LMFT who provides premarital therapy for couples.  You'll learn about: The benefits of premarital counseling If you HAVE to be struggling with something to seek premarital counseling Common signs that you may need premarital counseling What types of skills will you learn in premarital therapy When to start premarital therapy Com...

Accelerated Resolutions for Heartbreak uses brain-based procedures that involve imagined exposure, image replacement, somatic focus, eye movements, and hypnosis—memory reconsolidation steps to change how the brain stores an emotional memory. Key takeaways from the episode: Romantic breakups activate systems of the brain involved in feeling emotional distress and increase information processing of...

Summary Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) can be used in healing relational trauma and promoting personal growth. Discover how ART uses bilateral stimulation to move stuck images, sensations, and emotions in the brain, allowing individuals to find relief, gain a new perspective, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Key takeaways from the episode: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (...

Summary Annie Robershaw shares her personal narrative and unveils the Dare to Dream process. Tune in to explore how to craft a self-fulfilling life, shatter societal expectations, and the importance of having a clear vision that can lead to unexpected magic. Key takeaways from the episode: Why society often views child-free women as substandard The struggles and stereotypes faced by child-free wom...

Dive deep into love, communication, and advice where Nate shares insights delving deep into the core of trust in relationships. He outlines how the bonds within a band mirror the trust required in partnerships. Whether it's trusting your bandmates on stage or your partner in life, the foundation is the same: understanding, respect, and relying on each other.  Key takeaways from the episode: Why co...

Struggling to snooze in your open relationship? Dive into how sleep and non-monogamy collide in this chat with therapist and sleep expert, Savannah Hipes. Get ready for sleep tips that'll make you want to dream on! Key takeaways from the episode: Discover how your sleep patterns might be affecting your romantic life and what you can do about it Learn how to tackle nightmares that make your sle...

Summary Not sure how to express what you want in your open relationship as you navigate polyamory, swinging, or some other CNM dynamic? We get down to business talking about how you can ditch people-pleasing so you can feel empowered in expressing yourself without sacrificing your desires or preferences. In this episode, you’ll learn about: Why setting boundaries is tough for people who like to pl...

Summary Who are you and what do YOU really want? Carrie’s mission is to spread the message about how relationship diversity can transform your relationships. In this episode, you’ll learn about: Discover why your past can hit your relationship's 'trigger points’ The mindset shifts needed to building your dream relationship How remembering who you truly are instead of trying to “fix” someth...

Summary Exploring Love Beyond Boundaries: Honesty, Freedom, and the Future of Relationships. Daniella is rewriting love's playbook in a modern world as the founder of the first non-monogamous matchmaking agency.  In this episode, you’ll learn about: Why it’s so hard seeking partners in the non-monogamy community How matchmaking emphasizes efficiency, with upfront questions to avoid wasting tim...

Summary Alain and Marz are on a mission to create the most exquisite and transformative experience on the planet with you at the Top Floor Club. With guiding principles such as immersion, authenticity, generosity, character, and equality, they’ve been deemed the most exclusive play party in New York. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The difference between a swingers party and play party How To...

Summary Jess is passionate about helping others in taking steps to design and embrace their relationship(S) dreams! She shares her knowledge and personal stories through the lens of a trained clinician, in hopes that others can reach relationship success. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How grief can show up as part of your CNM journey How couples can navigate differences in their desires for...

Summary Dr. Emy Tafelski, an integrative soul coach, specializes in helping women cope with significant loss. She shares her personal experience of losing her mother and discusses the process of healing and rediscovering oneself after such a loss. In this episode, you’ll learn about: Dr. Tafelski’s concept of the "soul as a tapestry" and its role in the healing process. The importance of...

Summary Terrie is a coach in nonviolent communication, which focuses on observations, feelings, needs, and making requests instead of blame. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration, meeting the needs of both partners, and structured apologies.  In this episode, you’ll learn about: The pivotal role of empathy in resolving conflicts and nurturing emotional safety. The importance of collaborat...

Summary Stephanie shares her knowledge on the use of psychedelics, specifically Ketamine-assisted therapy to treat mental health concerns and how it may be useful in couples therapy.  In this episode, you’ll learn about: How Ketamine in therapy can treat depression and other mental health conditions. What a typical Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) session can look like The potential benefits...

Summary Alo Johnston discusses his journey to becoming a therapist and author of the book, Am I Trans Enough? The book was born out of thousands of hours of research and conversations with hundreds of trans people. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How you can ease into a transitioning to decide if that’s the path for you The advice Alo wished he had going through his own transition What questi...

Summary Irena helps people overcome toxic relationship patterns from their childhood so they can master love in adult relationships.  In this episode, you’ll learn about: What it’s like growing up in an emotionally abusive environment. Why it’s important to recognize red flags in relationships and discover what changes you need to make for a healthy relationship. Re-parenting, healing the inner ch...

Summary Adam discusses how extreme sports have influenced his perspective on non-monogamy and how facing challenges such as jealousy and self-worth issues have led to personal growth. In this episode, you’ll learn about: Adam's experiences with jealousy and imposter syndrome in a non-monogamous relationship, emphasizing the importance of autonomy and choice in exploring different sexual experi...

Summary Ilaria shares her own experience with toxic relationships and emphasizes the importance of inner child healing and self-awareness in overcoming codependency. In this episode, you’ll learn: All about people-pleasing and doing the necessary work to heal What trauma bonding is How you can listen to emotions and use triggers as opportunities for growth.  Why it’s important to set boundaries, c...

Summary Pamela Duff shares insights on how she’s helped clients through navigating consensual non-monogamy with choice theory and existentialism.  In this episode, you’ll learn: The benefits of opening your relationship How to communicate difficult feelings and addressing challenges like people-pleasing behavior What makes an open relationship healthy vs. toxic? What happens when one person wants...

Summary TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode Paige Bond interviews LaToya Bond, a podcast host focused on suicide prevention.  LaToya shares her story and discusses her podcast, Speaking of Love, which aims to remove the stigma around suicide and educate others.  In this episode, you’ll learn: Risk factors and warning signs of suicide The importance of compassionate listening and how to seek help.  Th...

Get the keys to a fulfilling sex life through your own sexual power and the release of shame for deep intimate connection. Alara Sage works with ambitious, female leaders and professionals who are highly successful but feel unfulfilled and lonely in love, life, and relationships. She helps them reawaken their sexual power as a woman so that they can magnetize deep intimate connection, pleasure, an...

Let's talk about societal norms around sexuality and how they impact your journey of self-discovery. It's a wild ride! Karine Bedard is The Sex Positive Relationship Designer and host of Breaking Free Authentically: The Sex Positive Relationship Podcast. Her mission is to help people Break Free from the Societal and Religious boxes that we have been programmed into that keep us from the ab...