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On The Couch

434 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

Join Dr. Michelle, a relationship expert psychologist for twelve years, helping couples, families and individuals with their relationship problems by delivering an honest yet supportive approach.

Listen to Dr. Michelle live every Friday morning, 11AM PST, exclusively on LA Talk Radio
(latalkradio.com)

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"Memoirs of a Psychotherapist"

April 15, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Have you always wanted to be a fly on the wall in a therapist's office to see what goes on with patients? Would you like to see through the eyes of a psychologist to see what we see? Dr. Michelle interviews Dr. Kathryn Foster about these subjects as they talk about Dr. Foster's book, "Sessions: Memoirs of a Psychotherapist." Dr. Michelle and her guest also talk about "Narcissistic Personality Disorder," and someone with multiple personalities. Get Dr. Kathryn Foster's relationship, self-help...

"Bio-Touch"

April 08, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about treating depression, anxiety and other disorders with "Bio-Touch; Healing With The Power In Our Fingertips," as she talks to author, Debra Schildhouse and other bio-touch practitioner, Paul Bucky. Find out more about this fascinating and healing technique, and get the book at: justtouch.com

"The Fear-Free Organization"

March 18, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Is your boss a bully? Are you in a workplace that has gossip, backstabbing or political jockeying for jobs? I'll be talking about how to deal with these problems and more, as I answer listener's questions and interview Joan Kingsley, author of "The Fear-Free Organization; Vital Insights From Neuroscience To Transform Your Business Culture." Find out more about Joan and get her book at: thefearfreeorganization.com

"The Balanced Relationship Barometer"

March 11, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about how to achieve healthy and fulfilling love relationships with her guest, Michael Gabriel, author of, "The Balanced Relationship Barometer." Find out how to define exactly what you want in a love relationship and what you need to do to take action towards finding a fulfilling relationship. Hear about the "emotional tethers" that may be keeping you in bad relationships. Learn more about Michael Gabriel, and get his book, "The Balanced Relationship Barometer," (and downl...

"When Your Relationship Changes"

March 04, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle helps with understanding how to cope with the changes that we go through in relationships and how to cleanse ourselves of old expectations and find ourselves again, as she interviews Dr. Kathryn Foster, author of, "When Your Relationship Changes, A Woman's Journey." Find out how to stop being a "love addict," and how to take time to heal from past painful relationships. Get Dr. Foster's book and find out more about her at: http://www.kathrynfosterphd.com

"Better!"

February 26, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Hear the best self-help suggestions ever, as Dr. Michelle interviews Terry Lancaster; speaker, entrepreneur, and author of "Better! Self Help For The Rest Of Us." Terry talks about how to "fuel the machine," "get up off of that thing" and how to make your life turn around for the better! Find out more about Terry Lancaster and get his best selling book at: terrylancaster.com

"Opposite"

February 12, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about why opposites attract with Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, Jeff Tannen. Find out the problems and benefits of being with an "opposite." Hear Jeff talk about how our upbringing affects our personality types, and identify your traits to see who would be your perfect partner. Hear about how hypnotherapy can help with your relationship and other issues. Get Jeff Tannen's book, "Transference" and find out more about him at: jefftannen.com

"The Bully's Trap"

February 05, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about how to cope with a bully in the workplace, the common personality traits of a bully, what you can do to get back at a bully, how to heal from being bullied and more, as she interviews Andrew Faas, author of, "The Bully's Trap; Bullying in the Workplace." Get Andrew's book at: andrewfaas.com

"Finding Your Emotional Balance"

January 22, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle interviews Merry Miller, M.D. and talks about her book, "Finding Your Emotional Balance," which is a guide for women going through various stages of life. Find out about common mental issues and the stories about women who have overcome life's challenges. Get great information on coping strategies and more. Guys can also learn more about the women in their lives. Check out Dr. Miller's website and get her book at: merrynoelmiller.com

"What Women Want...Really"

January 08, 2016 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle talks to Dr. Kathryn Foster, Psychologist and author of "What Women Want….Really," Hear about the most important things men need to know to be smart about women, including how men can get women to be more interested in them, what type of men most women fall in love with, and common mistakes that guys make when they are trying to get to know a women. Dr. Michelle and Dr. Kathryn also talk about about bottom line steps for starting and building a romance. Find out more about Dr. F...

Relationship Questions

December 18, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Find out how to keep from messing up your marriage, how to forgive people who have hurt you, what qualities to look for in a good partner and if you should we continue to stay with partners who have cheated on you, as Dr. Michelle helps listeners with these and more interesting relationship questions. Check her out at talkshowtherapist.com

"The Naked Truth About Men and Romance"

December 11, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr Michelle talks about, "The Naked Truth About Men and Romance," with Psychologist and author, Kathryn Foster. Learn about how men's and women's brains and thought processes differ, and how we, as women, can understand men better. Find out the most common mistakes that men and women make in their relationships, and tools we can use to make them better. Find out more about Dr. Foster, and get her books at: kathrynfosterphd.com

"Conquer Chronic Pain"

December 04, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about how our minds and bodes are connected, and howwe can overcome chronic pain by working through our issues, and using mind techniques. Hear Doc's guest, Dr.Peter Przekop, talk about his book, "Conquer Chronic Pain; An Innovative Mind-Body Approach," and get a better understand of your mind-body connection and tools to help you with psychological issues and pain management.Get Dr. Przekop's book at: peterprzekop.com

"A Sober Mom's Guide To Recovery"

November 20, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle helps listeners find out how sober Mom's (and anyone who has struggled with sobriety) can learn how to overcome guilt, anger, loneliness and more, when in recovery. Her guest is Rosemary O'Connor, certified addiction recovery and professional coach, and author of, "A Sober Mom's Guide To Recovery; Taking Care of Yourself to Take Care of Your Kids." Get her most helpful book at: clairemckinneypr.com/a-sober-moms-guide-to-recovery-by-rosemary-oconnor/

"Swimming Upstream"

November 06, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about why many of our girls are having anxiety,depression, low self-esteem, identity issues and unhealthy relationships as she interviews Laura Choate, author of "Swimming Upstream; Parenting Girls for Resilience In A Toxic Culture." Hear about how to help our girls,and how we can cope with their issues as parents.Find out more about Laura Choate and get her books on www.Amazon.com

Self Empowerment

October 30, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Encore presentation of installment 12/05/14 Dr. Michelle talks about self empowerment, how to move through your lives in a positive direction and how to maneuver through life's challenges, with her special guest, Life Coach and Empowerment Specialist, Sheah Prince Eternal. Sheah shares how she overcame her life struggles and inspires others to do so for themselves. Find out more about her Life Coaching work at: sheahprinceeternal.com

"It's Never About The Money..."

October 23, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about helping people overcome their personal issues and personality problems, which cause them "emotional extortion," fears of abandonment and other issues. Hear how to "untangle your emotions from your money," with guest, Pegi Burdick, and find out more about the "Financial Whisperer," and get her excellent book, "It's Never About The Money.....Even When It Is," at Amazon and at thefinancialwhisperer.com.

"Stop Being A Bitch And Get A Boyfriend"

October 16, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 07/31/15 Dr. Michelle talks to relationship expert, Gina Hendrix, about dating advice, dating trends, the best way to meet people, how not to act if you really want a relationship and more crucial dating and relationship advice. Check out Gina's book, "Stop Being A Bitch And Get A Boyfriend," and her concierge matchmaking company, "Exclusive Introductions," at exclusiveinla.com. Also, get relationship advice at: askarelationshipexpert.com

"Creating Drama In Your Relationships"

October 09, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle answers listener's questions about how to have great relationships, how to get rid of feeling self-conscious, why breaking up is so difficult and how to deal with "passive-aggressive" people, and change yourself from creating drama in your relationships. Check out Dr. Michelle at: talkshowtherapist.com

"Do You Really Get Me?"

October 02, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about why we make assumptions about what others think or feel about us. Understand why you can open up to some people, but have to put up your guard with others. Find out more about your "emotional baggage," as Dr. Michelle interviews Joseph Shrand, M.D., author of, "Do You Really Get Me? - Finding Value In Yourself and Others Through Empathy and Connection." Get his book on Amazon or any book stores, and check him out at: drshrand.com

September 25, 2015

September 25, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

"Accidents of Marriage"

September 18, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 09/26/14 Why do women fall for the "bad boys," and how can they identify a "good guy?" Are men who are emotionally abusive able to change? Find out how can we heal from relationships which are abusive and get more insight, as Dr. Michelle interviews Randy Susan Meyers, author of "Accidents of Marriage." Learn more about Randy and pick up her book at: randysusanmeyers.com

"If You Leave Me, Can I Come With You?"

September 11, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Find out if you are a codependent person, and how to change some of those self-destructive behaviors and thoughts, and learn more about the tools given to Al-Anons to cope with our difficult upbringings. Dr. Michelle interviews Misti B., Author of, "If You Leave Me, Can I Come With You? Daily Meditations for Codependents and Al-Anons...with a Sense of Humor." Find out more about Misti and get her book at: Mistibwrites.com

"Hunger, Hope & Healing"

September 04, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Learn why your eating habits may reflect your psychological well being, as Dr. Michelle interviews Sarajoy Marsh, author of, "Hunger, Hope & Healing, A Yoga Approach to Reclaiming Your Relationship to Your Body and Food." Find out If you have an eating disorder and understand why it may be a reflection of low self-esteem, feeling out of control of your life and and other underlying issues. Learn more about Sarahjoy and get her book at: sarahjoyyoga.com

"Exclusive Introductions"

August 28, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks to relationship expert, Gina Hendrix, about dating advice, dating trends, the best way to meet people, how not to act if you really want a relationship and more crucial dating and relationship advice. Check out Gina's book, "Stop Being A Bitch And Get A Boyfriend," and her concierge matchmaking company, "Exclusive Introductions," at exclusiveinla.com. Also, get relationship advice at: askarelationshipexpert.com

"The Practice"

August 21, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 06/12/2015 Dr. Michelle talks about how to improve your life and your health, as she interviews spiritual leader and author, Barb Schmidt, about her latest book, "The Practice" - Simple Tools For Managing Stress, Finding Inner Peace and Uncovering Happiness. Find out how to "wake up", "live in the present" and "let go" to enjoy the life you deserve. Learn more about Barb and get her book at barbschmidt.com

"The Marriage from Hell"

August 14, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 04/18/2014 Dr. Michelle answers listeners' questions about why a wife's personality and habits suddenly changed after they got married, which caused "the marriage from Hell," and how to handle arguments with your partner. The doc also gives suggestions to a listener on how to stay in a happy and strong relationship, and also gives suggestions on how to get through "the tough times" or major transitions in our lives. Check out Dr. Michelle at talksh...

"People Tools for Love and Relationships"

August 07, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about the keys to having successful relationships with Alan Fox, Author of, "People Tools for Love and Relationships; The Journey from Me to Us." Hear how to be the right person for a successful relationship and some of the wrong things we do to destroy relationships. Find out more about Alan and get his latest and other bestselling "People Tools" books at: peopletoolsbook.com

"Stop Being A Bitch And Get A Boyfriend"

July 31, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks to relationship expert, Gina Hendrix, about dating advice, dating trends, the best way to meet people, how not to act if you really want a relationship and more crucial dating and relationship advice. Check out Gina's book, "Stop Being A Bitch And Get A Boyfriend," and her concierge matchmaking company, "Exclusive Introductions," at exclusiveinla.com. Also, get relationship advice at: askarelationshipexpert.com

"Do You QuantumThink?"

July 24, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Find out how learning some of the basic principles of quantum physics can also impact your life and change your thinking to help solve problems, as Dr. Michelle interviews Dianne Collins about her 6-time award winning book, "Do You QuantumThink?; New Thinking That Will Rock Your World." Find out more about Dianne, and get her book at: diannecollins.com

"Guided"

July 17, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

How do we survive abusive parents or caregivers and learn how to better cope with life's difficulties? Why is it senseless to ask ourselves why we "should" or "could" have done something different in our lives? Find the answers to these and more questions, as Dr. Michelle interviews Linda Deir, author of the book, "Guided." Hear how Linda discovered her own spiritual guides, who have helped her through out her life, and how you can become more intuitive and get in touch with your "g...

"I Dare You To Be Great"

July 10, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks to international award-winning Lawyer and Barrister, Polly Higgins, about her latest book, "I Dare You To Be Great." Learn how to become greater in your life and how to find more happiness. Understand where some of your self-destructive habits come from and how to get rid of them. Get her book at amazon and other outlets or at: eradicatingecocide.com. Find out more about Polly Higgins at: pollyhiggins.com

"Soul Contracts"

July 03, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 07/25/2014 Would you like to learn why you can't keep a good relationship, stay healthy, make enough money or find happiness in general? Dr. Michelle talks with Intuitive, Coach TV/Radio expert and author, Danielle MacKinnon, about her latest book, "Soul Contracts; Find Harmony and Unlock Your Brilliance." Find out how to let go of the blocks that have held you back in your life. Get Danielle's book, and find out more about her at: daniellemackinn...

"The Power of Ideals"

June 26, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Do you think that you are a "moral" person? What influences shape our behavior, the way we treat others and the direction of our lives? Dr. Michelle talks about the importance of humility, being truthful to ourselves and having faith in influencing our morals, as she interviews authors, Anne Colby and Bill Damon about their book, "The Power of Ideals; The Real Story of Moral Choice." Get their book at: williamdamon.com or at Amazon.com

"The Human Magnet Syndrome"

June 19, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 21 MB

Encore presentation of installment 04/19/2013 Why do so many of us have unsatisfying and unhealthy romantic relationships? Why do we fall in love with people who hurt us? How can we find out about ourselves to repair or avoid dysfunctional relationships? Learn the answers to these and more questions, as Dr. Michelle interviews Ross Rosenberg, Psychotherapist and author of, "The Human Magnet Syndrome." Find the book at humanmagnetsyndrome.com

"The Practice"

June 12, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about how to improve your life and your health, as she interviews spiritual leader and author, Barb Schmidt, about her latest book, "The Practice" - Simple Tools For Managing Stress, Finding Inner Peace and Uncovering Happiness. Find out how to "wake up", "live in the present" and "let go" to enjoy the life you deserve. Learn more about Barb and get her book at barbschmidt.com

"Unwelcome Inheritance"

June 05, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about how being brought up in a household that is dysfunctional and living with relatives who abuse alcohol or other substances can effect us, as she interviews Lisa Sue Woititz, Author of "Unwelcome Inheritance; Break Your Family's Cycle of Addictive Behaviors." Find out why adult children of alcoholics (and other substance abusers) continue certain destructive and dysfunctional cycles of feelings and behaviors and how to stop them. Lisa's book is available o...

"The Om Factor"

May 29, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about managing feeling overwhelmed, inadequate, anxious, angry and other negative feelings as she interviews well-known CEO of Technalink, Inc., and author of, "The Om Factor; A Woman's Spiritual Guide to Leadership - 7 Essential Tools and 7 Key Traits to Cultivate for Your Success and Well Being." Get Alka's extraordinary book and find out more about her at: alkadhillon.com

May 22, 2015

May 22, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

"People Tools"

May 15, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 03/7/2014 Dr. Michelle talks about some of the strategies to becoming happier in our lives, such as learning forgiveness and counteracting negative thoughts and feelings. She also interviews Alan Fox, author of "People Tools: 54 Strategies For Building Relationships, Creating Joy, and Embracing Prosperity." Learn how to overcome some of your old "truths" and turn around your life. Find out more about Alan Fox and get his book at: peopletools.com

"6 Principles for Guilt-Free Pleasure and Escape"

May 08, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about the pleasure principles which can make us have happier lives and better "highs,"as she interviews Jodi Gould, author of "High; 6 Principles for Guilt-Free Pleasure and Escape." Hear about these alternative pleasures which can give us the highs we seek without mood-altering substances. Learn the joy of more "natural" activities and easy mind tools. Find out more about Jodi Gould and get her book at: jodiegould.com

"Rock The Boat"

May 01, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about how facing conflict and accepting discomfort in our relationships, can bring more intimacy, greater trust and deeper bonds, as she interviews Psychotherapist and Licensed Social Worker, Resmaa Menakem, about his latest book, "Rock The Boat; How To Use Conflict to Heal and Deepen Your Relationship." Get his book and find out more about Resmaa at: resmaarocks.com

"You Are the Placebo"

April 24, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 04/25/2014 Is it possible to heal ourselves with our thoughts alone without drugs or surgery? Find out, as Dr. Michelle interviews Dr. Joe Dispenza, author of "You Are the Placebo; Making Your Mind Matter." In this fascinating interview, Dr. Dispenza talks about how we can actually change the "hard wiring" in our brains and alter our DNA by utilizing "mental rehearsal," and other powerful thought and feeling techniques. Hear about how you can chan...

"So That's Why They Do That!"

April 17, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about how understanding your partner's hormones (both his and hers) can help you create a more satisfying intimate relationship, as she interviews relationship experts, Judith Claire and Frank Wiegers about their book, "So That's Why They Do That! Men, Women and Their Hormones." Find out more about Judith and Frank and get their book at: topgunlove.com

"The Anatomy of Depression"

April 10, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle interviews Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist, Public Speaker and Author, Jeff Tannen, about "the anatomy of depression," and how body syndromes relate to mental issues, based on Dr. John Kappas' "body syndrome" theories. Jeff also discussed how hypnotherapy works and also talks about his book, "Transference." Find out more about Jeff Tannen and how get his psychological thriller novel at: jefftannen.com

Dr. Michelle answers listener's questions

April 03, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle answers listener's questions about how to overcome a broken heart, how to gain more self esteem, why some girls fall for the "bad boys" and how to take more control over our lives. Check out Dr. Michelle at: talkshowtherapist.com

"Dolphin's Dance"

March 27, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Learn how to access your super abilities, strengths, and positive life potential. Find out how to maintain a bright future, as Dr. Michelle interviews Micheline Nader, Author of "Dolphin's Dance; Discover Your True Self Through a Powerful 5-Step Journey Into Conscious Awareness. Find out more about Micheline and get her book at: Michelinenader.com

"Invoking the Romantic Mysteries"

March 20, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Encore presentation of installment 01/23/2015 Dr. Michelle interviews internationally acclaimed spiritual author and lecturer, Marianne Williamson. Marianne talks about how we define spirituality in our everyday relationships, and in our quest for real love, as well as how we can move past our difficult childhood experiences, and find the loving and healthy relationships that we deserve. Marianne also talks about her upcoming seminar, "Invoking the Romantic Mysteries, a Weekend on R...

"My Sexual Awakening at 70"

March 13, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle helps listeners with their questions about how to have better self-esteem and how to have healthier relationships, along with interviewing Lynn Brown Rosenberg, author of "My Sexual Awakening at 70, and What Led Me Here." Find our more about Lynn and how to get her book at: lynnbrownrosenberg.com.

"A Doctor's Guide to Alternative Medicine"

March 06, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 47.7 MB

Dr. Michelle talks about alternative and natural medicine and some of the most helpful therapy techniques with her guest, Mel Borins, M.D., Author of, "A Doctor's Guide to Alternative Medicine; What Works, What Doesn't, and Why." This is a great read about everything you always wanted to know (and more) about alternative and natural medicines, and other healthy mind and body treatments. Find out more about Dr. Borins, and get his informative book at: melborins.com