The Relationship Doctor

Dr. Margaret Cochran and Dr. Carla Manly discusses the most critical relationship—the one you have with yourself. Dr. Manly, a clinical psychologist, shares insights on how self-awareness, boundaries, and inner work build the foundation for all healthy relationships. This episode offers scientific insight and guidance for breaking toxic patterns and discovering your authentic self. Key Takeaways S...

Welcome to The Relationship Doctor, where love, healing, and personal transformation intersect. In this episode, Dr. Margaret Cochran engages with Karen Romine, a talented psychic medium and seasoned business leader with 30 years of corporate experience. She’s also the author of "Future of Decisive Choice: Biohacking Your Mind with AI." Together, they explore how past patterns shape our relationsh...

Welcome back to The Relationship Doctor! I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and today we’re tackling a topic that affects every one of us—whether we realize it or not: cognitive distortions. These sneaky, distorted ways of thinking can twist how we see ourselves, our relationships, and even the world around us—often leading to unnecessary pain, confusion, and conflict. I’ll walk you through some of the mos...

Have you ever caught yourself tolerating things in your relationship that deep down you know you don’t want—just to “keep the peace”? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m taking a hard look at one habit that feels kind on the surface but often keeps us—especially women—trapped in unhappy relationships: putting up with behavior that chips away at our sel...

Do you ever feel like life is just happening to you—like you’re stuck reacting to other people, stress, or the constant noise of the world? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I want to share one of the simplest practices I know—something so small it only takes a few minutes a day, yet powerful enough to completely shift how you show up in your relationshi...

Join us for an intriguing episode of The Relationship Doctor, where Dr. Margaret Cochran shifts the focus from interpersonal connections to a crucial internal one: your relationship with your dreams. Our guest, Stacey Bevan, is a seasoned entrepreneur and digital strategist who transformed her life by following a vision. With a wealth of experience in business and a commitment to helping others, S...

Have you ever noticed how silence in a relationship can feel like both a comfort and a wall? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m unpacking the surprising power of silence in our closest connections. Sometimes those quiet moments can draw us closer together, creating space for peace and understanding. But other times, silence becomes avoidance—and that...

We’ve all heard it before: “Love is hard.” But what if that isn’t the whole truth? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I want to challenge the idea that healthy relationships are supposed to be messy, dramatic, or painful. Movies and novels love to tell us that struggle equals passion—but real love doesn’t have to look that way. Instead, I’ll walk you thro...

We all carry echoes of where we came from. And for many of us, that means growing up in families where love and shame were woven tightly together. Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I want to talk about how those early, shame-based dynamics shape the way we show up in our closest relationships. Maybe you’ve found yourself overachieving to prove your worth...

Codependency—it’s a word we hear a lot, but do we really understand what it means? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m unpacking one of the most misunderstood dynamics in relationships: codependency. It often disguises itself as care, devotion, or even loyalty, but in truth, it’s more about addiction than love. When we lose ourselves trying to fix, ple...

Breaking up with someone you care about might be one of the hardest things you’ll ever do. Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, we’re diving into how to end a relationship with honesty, compassion, and integrity. It’s never easy to look someone in the eye and say, “This isn’t working anymore,” especially when you still care deeply about them. But avoiding t...

We all want lasting love—but sometimes, the way we go about finding it sets us up for heartache. Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m diving into what I call the “7 Deadly Relationship Sins”—the most common and destructive mistakes people make when choosing a romantic partner. From picking someone out of fear of being alone, to mistaking drama for passi...

Arguments are inevitable—but fighting the right way can make all the difference. Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m talking about one of the hardest (and most important) skills in any relationship: how to argue constructively. If you’ve ever walked away from a disagreement thinking, “That could’ve gone so much better,” you’re not alone. Together, we’l...

Have you ever wondered why some relationships feel healing while others leave us drained? The secret often comes down to one word: empathy. Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m diving into the real meaning of empathy—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it has the power to transform not just our closest relationships, but entire communities. I’ll share a...

Let’s be honest, some of the habits that damage our relationships the most are the ones we barely notice. Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m taking a closer look at the quiet patterns that can slowly chip away at intimacy, even in the most loving partnerships. It’s not always the big blowouts that create distance, it’s the little things we do out of f...

Here’s a question that might ruffle some feathers: What if being selfish could actually save your relationship? I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m talking about something we’re usually told to avoid, selfishness. We’ve been taught, especially as women, to equate love with self-sacrifice. To put others first. To stay quiet, stretch thin, and smile through...

Ever feel like you're saying all the right things, but still not getting through? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that impacts every relationship you have, romantic or otherwise: the words you choose. Turns out, lasting love isn’t just about chemistry or compatibility, it’s about communication. Real, intentiona...

What if the secret to romantic love isn’t about finding the “right” person, but about seeing yourself more clearly? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m diving into something we don’t talk about enough: how much our relationships reflect who we are inside. It’s easy to think love is about shared hobbies or background, but the real magic happens when we...

What if I told you that luck has nothing to do with love? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m diving into something I hear all the time: “You’re so lucky to have a good relationship.” But is it really luck? Or is there something deeper at play? Inspired by Tina Turner’s classic line, “What’s love got to do with it?”, I flipped the question: What’s luck...

Ever wonder what really keeps love going strong, long after the honeymoon phase? Hi, I’m Dr. Margaret Cochran, and in this episode of The Relationship Doctor, I’m sharing nine of my favorite secrets for making “happily ever after” more than just a fairytale. These aren’t grand gestures or complicated rules. They’re the small, everyday moments that help couples not just stay together, but thrive to...

Welcome to The Relationship Doctor , hosted by the vibrant and deeply experienced Dr. Margaret Cochran — a licensed psychotherapist with over 25 years of clinical work under her belt. With a colorful background spanning medicine, metaphysics, hypnosis, law, and multiple schools of psychology, Dr. Cochran blends science with soul to tackle one of life’s greatest challenges: relationships.   Whether...