Couples Counseling For Parents

Jan 16 2025 90 ep. 33 mins 141
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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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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 emphasi

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, and

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. Step

Presence over Presents? Strengthening Connection During Holiday Gatherings

Dec 10 2024 31 mins  
Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text.What happens when you're physically present but emotionally checked out during family gatherings? Meet Jameson and Mel, a couple whose holiday season often spirals into tension due to mismatched engagement levels. Listen as we unpack their story to understand the significant difference between simply s

Navigating Holiday Stress: Presenting a United Front with Extended Family

Dec 06 2024 31 mins  
Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text.Master the art of navigating family dynamics during the holiday season and emerge with a stronger partnership. In this episode, we explore the pressures couples face when interacting with extended family, featuring the real-life example of Heidi and Renee. Their story sheds light on the challenges of h

How Understanding Yourself Strengthens Your Parenting and Partnership

Nov 18 2024 34 mins  
Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text.What if understanding your past could transform your present relationships and parenting journey? This episode promises to guide you through the nuanced dynamics of becoming both a strong parent and partner, featuring the relatable story of Jude and Grant, who navigate the complexities of feeling disco

Avoiding the Passive-Aggressive Trap: Communication tips for Parenting Partners

Nov 11 2024 26 mins  
Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text.Transform passive-aggressive tension into moments of connection with proven communication strategies for parenting partners. Join us, Dr. Stephen Mitchell and Erin Mitchell, as we explore how understanding the essential pause between feeling and reaction can change the dynamic of your relationship. Unp

The Dilemma: Do I Need to Prioritize My Relationship Over My Kids?

Nov 04 2024 34 mins  
Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text.Have you ever wondered if focusing too much on your kids might be pulling you away from your partner? Join us as we unravel this intricate conundrum through the lens of Regina and Sebastian, a couple attempting to juggle the needs of their relationship with the demands of raising three young children.

Navigating Nighttime Duties and Differing Parenting Styles

Oct 28 2024 25 mins  
Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text.Unlock the secrets to a stronger parenting partnership as we explore the intricate interplay of trust and communication in relationships. What happens when differing parenting styles collide, especially during nighttime duties? Join us to uncover how real-life couple Devante and Steph navigate these ch

Criticism and Conflict: How to Turn Tension Into Teamwork in Your Relationship

Oct 21 2024 34 mins  
Got a question, comment, or just want to drop some encouragement? Send us a text.Have you ever found yourself caught in a whirlwind of negative banter with your partner, wondering how it all escalated so quickly? Join us as we explore the pitfalls of critical behavior in relationships through the story of Janelle and Hector. This episode reveals how picking at each other's imperfec