Today, Jen and Maddy are digging into something they see all the time in their practices... the quiet pressure of never having been in a “real” relationship and why so many people find themselves stuck in situationships instead of something solid.

They unpack the shame, the swipe-culture perfectionism, and the fear of labels —plus how to tell when something isn’t working and how to walk away without losing yourself.

Key Topics:

• Feeling behind when you’ve never had a boyfriend
• How dating apps feed perfectionism and indecision
• Signs you’re in a situationship (and what that really means)
• Warm-body syndrome, cool-girl traps, and waiting for the other shoe to drop
• How to exit something that isn’t giving you what you want
• Bringing realism, curiosity, and honesty back into dating

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Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness

Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way.

Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s.

Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger
Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin
Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach