Couples Counseling For Parents

Mar 14 2025 97 ep. 33 mins 146

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A show about couple relationships: how they work, why they don’t, and what you can do to fix what’s broken.

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Parenting on Purpose: Moving Beyond Parenting Differences

Mar 14 2025 39 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. What happens when two loving parents disagree about how to respond to their child's behavior? This deeply personal episode dives into one of the most challenging conflicts couples face—differing parenting approaches. Through the story of Justin and Lori, we examine how bedtime struggles with their s

Could I Get a Little Validation Over Here?

Feb 27 2025 26 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. Life as a parent can often feel like a flood of responsibilities, expectations, and emotional exhaustion. In this episode, Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP, address the cycle of invalidation that can arise between partners as they try to juggle tasks and manage parenting stress. Through t

I Handle Stress "Right," It's My Partner That Handles Stress "Wrong"

Feb 21 2025 26 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. This episode dives into the dynamics of emotional regulation between partners in stressful parenting moments, highlighting the contrasting coping behaviors of downshifting and upshifting. Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP provide practical insights using a relatable case study, illustratin

From Silent Resentment to Connection

Feb 13 2025 37 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. In this episode, we explore the pervasive issue of resentment in couple relationships, particularly among parents. We discuss its roots in unexpressed emotions and decision-making conflicts, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, active listening, and mutual understanding to resolve underlying i

Good Sex-An Interview with Author Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons

Feb 06 2025 37 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. Ever wonder how parenting impacts your intimate relationship? Join us for a compelling conversation with renowned sex expert Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons as she shares insights from her latest book, "Good Sex." She dives into the challenges of maintaining a healthy sexual relationship amidst the respons

I Need You to Stop Needing Me

Jan 30 2025 30 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. This episode addresses the often invisible burden carried by default caregivers like Tasha, who find themselves overwhelmed by both family and partner expectations. Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP, delve into the mismatched needs that arise from these dynamics, frequently leading to misu

6 Principles That Will Save Your Parenting Partner Relationship

Jan 23 2025 34 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. This episode dives into six transformative principles for strengthening couple relationships amidst the challenges of parenting. Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP encourage listeners to embrace unity in problem-solving, assume positive intent, grant each other space, seek counseling early,

The Death of Defensiveness: How to end the cycle of defensiveness in your couple relationship

Jan 16 2025 37 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. Defensiveness can be a significant roadblock in relationships, particularly among parenting partners. The episode delves into how defensiveness complicates communication, using the example of Kylie and Leslie and their conflict over forgotten pasta. Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP emphas

From Tiredness to Togetherness in Parenting

Jan 08 2025 42 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP discuss the "Embodiment Chasm," a concept that highlights the different experiential realities between parenting partners. Through the story of Maria and Todd, the hosts explore how the differences in parenting experiences can lead to misunderstandings, an

Holiday Loneliness: How partner's can handle the Holiday Blues

Dec 20 2024 35 mins

Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text. The holidays can be magical. The holidays can also be lonely and sad due to family drama, the loss of a loved one, not living close to family etc. Many times couples can experience conflict balancing the desire for a magical holiday and not wanting to ignore the "lonely" reality of the season too. Ste