Best Couples Counseling Center Podcasts (2025)

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57. Strategies for Navigating Narcissistic Relationships Pt 1 41:55

2M ago41:55

41:55

In this final episode of Mad.In.Love before our exciting rebrand to Marriage Rehab, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Laurel Slade-Waggoner, a licensed therapist, author, and host of the Help! I Have a Narcissist in My Life podcast. Laurel has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate narcissistic and emotionally abusive relationships, making h…

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56. Healing from Narcissistic and Emotional Abuse with Kathy Young 50:54

2M ago50:54

50:54

In this inspiring episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Kathy Young, a certified trauma-informed mental health coach and survivor of 34 years of narcissistic and emotional abuse. Kathy shares her remarkable journey from enduring decades of emotional harm to transforming her life and helping others navigate similar challenges. Kathy dis…

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55. Dr. Hawkins' Reacts! Exploring Therapist Client Dynamics 47:33

2M ago47:33

47:33

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover tackle the dynamics of therapist-client relationships in a special installment of "Dr. Hawkins’ Reacts!" With Katie Buckley as the producer, they dive into real-life Reddit stories that highlight common struggles in therapy, including clients repeatedly canceling sessions, the co…

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4 Steps to Making Wise Decisions 19:45

2M ago19:45

19:45

Click here to send me a text message. Making big decisions can often be very challenging. Especially when we realize the choices we make determine the trajectory of our lives. But, we don't have to make these critical decisions alone! In this episode, I share 4 steps we can take to make wise decisions, and explain how we can allow God to be activel…

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54. The Great Sex Rescue with Sheila Gregoire 43:40

2M ago43:40

43:40

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Sheila Wray Gregoire, author of The Great Sex Rescue, for an impactful conversation on challenging harmful evangelical teachings about sex and marriage. Sheila shares her journey into this work, including what inspired her to conduct the largest-ever study on evangelical women’s marital and…

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53. How Narcissism Affects Families 38:47

3M ago38:47

38:47

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Ernest Hart, a seasoned clinician at the Marriage Recovery Center, to explore the complexities of family interventions in the context of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and emotional abuse. Together, they discuss the unique challenges families face when attempting to confront de…

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52. Empowering Women in Emotionally Abusive Marriages, Part 2 40:49

3M ago40:49

40:49

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes back Karla Downing, award-winning author, speaker, and founder of ChangeMyRelationship.com. In her previous episode, Karla shares powerful insights from her book 10 Lifesaving Principles for Women in Difficult Marriages, offering practical tools and wisdom for women navigating challenging r…

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51. Navigating Sexual Wholeness with Dr. Carol Tanksley 41:55

3M ago41:55

41:55

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Dr. Carol Tanksley, author of Sexpectations, and MRC clinician Jill Stenerson to discuss the intersection of sexual intimacy, emotional abuse, and narcissistic behaviors in relationships. Together, they explore what healthy intimacy looks like, how to heal from sexual harm caused by abu…

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50. Marriage Intensives - Do They Really Help? 43:15

3M ago43:15

43:15

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Dr. John Hudson and Ernest Hart to explore the Marriage Intensive Programs offered at the Marriage Recovery Center. These intensive sessions provide high-conflict couples with focused, in-person work over the course of three transformative days. The conversation highlights the importanc…

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Monda Student Resource Center with Ryan Lovell 20:51

4M ago20:51

20:51

By Josh Bailey, LPCC-S

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49. Empowering Women in Emotionally Abusive Marriages, Part 1 38:15

4M ago38:15

38:15

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Karla Downing, award-winning author, speaker, and founder of ChangeMyRelationship.com. Karla shares powerful insights from her book 10 Lifesaving Principles for Women in Difficult Marriages, offering practical tools and wisdom for women navigating challenging relationships. Together, they e…

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48. The Complexities of Neurodivergence and Emotional Abuse 47:18

4M ago47:18

47:18

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins sits down with special guest Dr. Stephanie Holmes, a psychologist and counselor specializing in neurodiverse relationships. Together, they explore the intersection of autism, neurodivergence, and emotionally abusive traits within intimate relationships. Dr. Holmes shares insights into common pattern…

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How Can I Change My Spouse? 21:13

4M ago21:13

21:13

Click here to send me a text message. Are there some things you want to change about your spouse? Have you been trying to change them, and been unsuccessful? Is it even possible to change them? In this episode I address this complicated issue, and offer some very practical strategies you can immediately begin to implement to promote change. Here ar…

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47. Healing for Adults with Divorced Parents 39:01

4M ago39:01

39:01

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Kent Darcie, founder of Adult Children of Divorce Ministries, to explore the lasting impact of parental divorce on adult children, especially in families with narcissistic or emotional abuse. Kent shares insights from his book Choose a Better Path: Overcoming the Impact of Your Parents’…

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46. Dr. Hawkins' Reacts! Is It Emotional Abuse? 43:01

4M ago43:01

43:01

In this episode of Dr. Hawkins' Reacts, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover join Katie Buckley as she reads real-life relationship stories found online. These accounts detail complex situations, and Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan weigh in to determine if there are signs of emotional abuse. With their expert analysis and compassionate approach, they bre…

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45. The Impact of Anxiety and Addictions on Relationships 43:44

4M ago43:44

43:44

In this episode, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Dr. Gregory Jantz, a renowned expert in mental health, to discuss the powerful intersections of anxiety, trauma, and social media. Together, they unpack how social media shapes perceptions of emotional abuse, often distorting reality and amplifying feelings of insecurity and fear. Dr. Jantz and Dr. Ha…

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How Can I Cope with Being Estranged from a Loved One? 20:22

5M ago20:22

20:22

Click here to send me a text message. Broken relationships are painful, and may feel like they can never be restored. In this episode, I provide some practical counsel on how to respond in these difficult situations, and offer some reasons to maintain hope for reconciliation. Here are a few of the Scripture references I mention: “If it is possible,…

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44. Dr. Hawkins' Reacts! Responding to Your Emails 39:47

5M ago39:47

39:47

In this episode of Dr. Hawkins' Reacts, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover tackle a heartfelt and thought-provoking email sent in by one of our listeners. Katie Buckley reads the email aloud, sharing the listener's personal story and struggles, prompting Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan to provide their expert insights and practical advice. Together, th…

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43. Exploring Couples Conflict Through the Lens of Internal Family Systems 45:58

5M ago45:58

45:58

In this insightful follow-up episode, Dr. David Hawkins is joined once again by Lucas Forstmeyer to explore a high-conflict case through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, they dive into the complexities of navigating toxic relationship dynamics, breaking down how IFS can help uncover the internal parts at play in both partners. D…

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42. Dr. Hawkins' Reacts! Assessing Fictional Characters 39:00

5M ago39:00

39:00

In this episode of Dr. Hawkins' Reacts, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover dive into a fascinating discussion as Katie Buckley presents fictional character personality traits for their analysis. Together, they explore whether these characters exhibit narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) traits or simply display toxic or emotionally abusive be…

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How Can I Cope with Disappointment? 21:09

6M ago21:09

21:09

Click here to send me a text message. Disappointment- we all experience it. Sometimes, it's heartbreaking. How do we cope with it? In this episode, I provide some practical recommendations by challenging us to examine three important areas of our lives: our expectations, our gratitude, and our knowledge of God. Here are several of the Scripture ref…

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Sports Psychology and Wellness Services with Dr. Charron Sumler 22:50

6M ago22:50

22:50

By Josh Bailey, LPCC-S

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OSU Couple and Family Therapy Clinic with Dr. Ashley Hicks 29:11

7M ago29:11

29:11

By Josh Bailey, LPCC-S

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41. Narcissism, Emotional Abuse, and Internal Family Systems 44:44

8M ago44:44

44:44

In this episode of the Mad.In.Love podcast, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Lucas Forstmeyer, a renowned practitioner and course creator specializing in Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, they explore the complex dynamics of narcissism, emotional abuse, and how specific patterns of behavior impact relationships. Lucas and Dr. Hawkins dive into…

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Anxiety! 31:55

8M ago31:55

31:55

By Josh Bailey, LPCC-S

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40. Dr. Hawkins' Reacts! What Does Success Look Like? 40:35

8M ago40:35

40:35

In this insightful episode of the Mad.In.Love podcast, producer Katie Buckley brings real-life stories and questions from Reddit to the table, all centered around the theme of success in therapy. Joined by Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover, Katie reads a variety of posts from individuals seeking clarity on what to expect from therapy and what s…

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How Can I Be Happy in an Unhappy Marriage? 26:33

8M ago26:33

26:33

Click here to send me a text message. Just because your marriage isn't what you thought it would be, or what you think it should be, or what you'd hoped it might be, doesn't mean you're stuck being unhappy forever. The good news is there are practical steps you can take to increase the joy in your life. And, the best news is you don't have to take …

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39. Dr. Hawkins' Reacts! Responding to your Comments 39:47

8M ago39:47

39:47

In this engaging episode of the Mad.In.Love podcast, Katie Buckley is joined by Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover to dive into stories and comments shared by our listeners. Katie reads aloud a selection of heartfelt and thought-provoking stories submitted by our audience, prompting Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan to provide their expert insights and r…

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How Can I Be Set Free From My Shame? 23:15

9M ago23:15

23:15

Click here to send me a text message. Shame is one of the most powerful, influential emotions we can experience. It's also one feeling that's very difficult to admit or discuss. In this episode I define shame, talk about where it comes from, and most importantly, share how we can be set free from it. Here are a few of the key bible verses I referen…

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What is “Self Talk?” Do I Do It? How Does It Affect Me? How Can I Change It? 20:45

10M ago20:45

20:45

Click here to send me a text message. You might be surprised at how much you "self talk," and how much it affects you. In this episode I explain self talk, demonstrate how it can impact your life, and share how God can help you change it- which in turn will change your life. Here are a few (there are many more!) verses from Scripture which address …

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What is Enabling? How Can I Tell if I’m an Enabler? Why Do I Enable? How Can I Stop? 22:08

10M ago22:08

22:08

Click here to send me a text message. God calls us as Christ followers to help others. Jesus is our perfect example of this. However, not all "helping" is helpful. In fact, sometimes our helping can actually be harmful. In this episode I explain what this unhelpful helping, also known as "enabling," looks like. I also discuss the deep reasons why w…

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Know Your Ending 25:42

10M ago25:42

25:42

The Psych Guys say farwell to this limited series Off The Couch, and discuss what endings mean to them and how others can aid themselves with their own endings.By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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Stop It! (Solid Therapeutic Advice?) 13:11

11M ago13:11

13:11

Bob Newhart's famous "Stop It!" skit is deconstructed by the Psych Guys today on Off The Couch. What do you think of the advice "Just stop it!" as a therapeutic engine? Good? Bad? Funny?By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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So You Married A Therapist 19:35

11M ago19:35

19:35

The Psych Guys talk about their own relationships in this week's episode of Off The Couch, and their partners' experience being married to therapists. It's a different dynamic, and one they are asked about often. The takeaway? With great power, comes great responsibility.By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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Who Let the Dog Out? (Taming Your Brain's Survival Instinct) 16:19

11M ago16:19

16:19

This week on Off The Couch, the Psych Guys get into the make-up of our brain and how its survival instinct can sometimes impede our progress in certain aspects of our lives.By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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Why Can’t I Forgive Myself, Should I Forgive Myself, and If So, How Do I Forgive Myself? 18:05

11M ago18:05

18:05

Click here to send me a text message. I've learned that despite the fact the we know God forgives us, many of us struggle to forgive ourselves. What makes this so hard? Is forgiving ourselves even the right thing to do? If so, how in the world do we go about doing it? In this episode I reference a website I use all the time and find very helpful: w…

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The Anxiety and Depression Connection: Making Our Lives Smaller 13:45

11M ago13:45

13:45

The Psych Guys talk about the relationship between anxiety and depression this week of Off The Couch, and how they impact our personal growth and expansion when acted upon.By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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The Blame Game: Life Is Happening For You, Not To You! 17:25

12M ago17:25

17:25

This week the Psych Guys tackle the current rising rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide, considering how as a society we avoid all possible discomfort, feeling as though constant comfort in life is to be expected. If we opened up to our own discomfort, embracing that life is challenging, and allowing our comfort zone to push outward, we may fi…

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Alcohol: 4 Types of Drinkers! 35:03

12M ago35:03

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In this week's episode of Off The Couch, the Psych Guys discuss alcohol use and the 4 different types of 'drinkers' they tend to see in session. They also dive into the mental health and interpersonal implications that come with each persona, and what may be underlying the behavior.By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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Erotic Transference: It's Ok, We're All Human 18:09

12M ago18:09

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The Psych Guys tackle the sometimes uncomfortable experience of erotic transference in therapy. Erotic (or sexual) transference is when a client finds they have sexual or romantic feelings towards their therapist -- a prevalent and very understandable occurrence. Tim and Konstantin suggest acknowledging it, talking about it, and using what you lear…

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3 Strategies to Improve Intimacy in Marriage 21:35

1y ago21:35

21:35

Click here to send me a text message. God designed the marriage relationship to be the most intimate of all. Yet, sometimes we don't feel the closeness and connection we'd like to experience with our spouses. In this episode, I offer three practical strategies you can begin to implement today, which I guarantee will help you grow closer and more co…

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Normalizing Intrusive Disturbing Thoughts: You're not alone! 17:10

1y ago17:10

17:10

This week on Off the Couch, Tim and Konstantin push past the stereotypical OCD symptoms portrayed in movies and media, and talk about the more disturbing OCD symptom of intrusive negative thoughts. Many people have these difficult thoughts, though because they are not openly discussed, someone who experiences them may feel very alone. We want you t…

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The Body and Mind Partnership 38:21

1y ago38:21

38:21

The Psych Guys are joined by Dr. David Kwon (PT, DPT) of Next Level Physio (www.nlphysio.com) and Lukin Center's Sports Performance Department Co-Directors Jessica Colucci (LPC, NCC) and Stephen Neer (LPC). The team discusses the importance of integrating mental health with phsyical health, and offer insight into the impactful relationship these tw…

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How is Fear Impacting My Life, and How Do I Deal With It? 21:59

1y ago21:59

21:59

Click here to send me a text message. We all have our fears-we may not even be aware of some of them. They're impacting our lives more than we realize, and we tend to try to cope with them in unhelpful, unhealthy ways. In this episode, I share some healthy responses to fear, and explain how God can help us deal with it. “Fear not, for I am with you…

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Clark Kent and Lex Luthor take on the comments! 27:37

1y ago27:37

27:37

Happy April Fool’s Day everybody! To celebrate this quirkiest of holidays, Tim and Konstantin are taking on the comments section. Stick around - we promise you’ll be super entertained!By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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SSRIs: Turning The Volume Down 16:23

1y ago16:23

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In this week's episode of Off The Couch, the Psych Guys talk antidepressants - specifically SSRIs. There are a lot of opinions out there regarding antidepressants, but both the Psych Guys agree that SSRIs are most beneficial in combination with therapy.By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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Episode 38: Overcoming Loneliness with Jack Eason 46:09

1y ago46:09

46:09

In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins explores the pervasive issue of loneliness in the modern world, a concern that has become increasingly prominent in the aftermath of the global pandemic. Joining him is Jack Eason, a seasoned speaker and advocate for the power of genuine human connections, who also serves as the Executive Director o…

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Money Doesn't Buy Happiness... Or Does It? 14:49

1y ago14:49

14:49

This week on Off The Couch, The Psych Guys watch a provocative video that considers the idea that "money can't buy happiness." A complicated concept, as money can aid in a person's happiness when they are able to afford life's essentials. Where money cannot buy happiness is in excess of luxery (the pleasure of owning two Ferarrii vs 5 Ferraris is p…

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Is My Spouse Toxic? And If So, What Can I Do About It? 23:38

1y ago23:38

23:38

Click here to send me a text message. Marriage is challenging for all of us, because no spouse is perfect. But, some spouses are extremely difficult- even to the point of being "toxic." In this episode, I describe characteristics of a toxic spouse, and I offer some practical strategies to implement to help you cope in a very difficult situation. So…

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Navigating Addiction: It Takes Dedication 18:07

1y ago18:07

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The Psych Guys talk addiction on this week's episode of Off The Couch, and how dedication is a far more powerful change-maker than motivation.By Konstantin Lukin PhD, Timothy Meyer LCSW

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