Latest Familysystems Podcast Episodes
Dr. Susan Reyland on Understanding Your Survival Surveillance System
The Therapy Spot - December 19, 2018 04:30 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsI’m excited to share with you today my conversation with Dr. Susan Reyland. On this episode, we talked about the autonomic nervous system. Your autonomic nervous system plays a huge role in how we physically and mentally react to threats. Don’t worry — this isn’t a vocabulary lesson, and you won...
What to Do When You "Bump Into" Differences in Your Relationships
The Therapy Spot - November 20, 2018 04:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsI recently spoke about the IFS model of therapy at Google’s week of Inclusion and Diversity. While you may not think that has much to do with your daily life outside of work, the tools you use to relate with others are useful in all sorts of situations. So for this month’s episode of the Therapy...
Delving Into Disappointment and Examining Our Expectations
The Therapy Spot - October 16, 2018 03:30 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsI want to talk about two things that go hand in hand: disappointment and acceptance. Disappointment can hit us hard and make us spin out — but for some reason, we tend to avoid talking about this difficult emotion. So today, I’d like to guide you towards a different perspective on disappointment...
Feeling Strain in Your Relationship? It's Time for RICE
The Therapy Spot - September 18, 2018 03:30 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsI want to bring you some tips on what to do when your relationship feels strained. If you’ve ever had a sports injury, you know the feeling of strain! It hurts, it’s distracting, and it keeps you from doing the things you love. Strain in your relationship has a lot of the same effects. Luckily, ...
Cora Forstén on Stress, Self Care, and the Mind-Body Connection
The Therapy Spot - August 21, 2018 03:30 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello, and welcome back to the Therapy Spot! On today’s episode, I spoke with Cora Forstén ND, MSOM, LAC. After practicing as a naturopathic primary care physician for 6 years in Portland, Oregon, Cora relocated to Stockholm, Sweden. Naturopathic medicine combines natural remedies — including he...
Reissue: Dr. Stan Tatkin on the Secure Functioning Couple
The Therapy Spot - August 07, 2018 04:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsFor this episode, I’ve chosen to reissue a very helpful and informative past podcast. Last April, I had a wonderful conversation with Stan Tatkin about the safety and security we need in relationships. For those of you who didn’t catch this episode the first time, you’re in for a treat. This is ...
Meeting Your Shaming Part With Self Compassion
The Therapy Spot - July 25, 2018 03:30 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello everybody, and welcome back to the Therapy Spot! As more and more of you join me for the podcast, I like to occasionally reissue a previous podcast that newer listeners might have missed. Since this is the #YearofSelfCompassion, I think it’s important to revisit my podcast about something ...
Revisiting Self Compassion 101: Getting Back to Basics
The Therapy Spot - July 10, 2018 03:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello and welcome back to the Therapy Spot! Time sure has flown — we’re more than halfway through the Year of Self Compassion. Since we began this journey, I’ve found that the more I talk about it, the more I have to say. That’s why I’ve decided to reissue one of my earlier podcasts about Self C...
Sex Therapy: YY Wei on Conflict, Change, and What to Expect
The Therapy Spot - June 25, 2018 23:11 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back once again to the Therapy Spot! This week, I spoke with YY Wei, LCSW, founder and director of The Relationship Center of Colorado. For over 10 years, YY has provided relationship therapy to individuals and couples of all gender identities and sexual orientations...
Cross Cultural Relationships: Advice and Insights From Veronica Lax
The Therapy Spot - June 11, 2018 22:01 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to the Therapy Spot! On this week’s episode, I spoke with individual and relationship therapist Veronica Lax. During our time together, we discussed the challenges both partners face in a relationship where one person is Swedish and the other is not. While we foc...
Telling vs Curiosity: Laura Goldstein on Connection Inside and Out
The Therapy Spot - May 28, 2018 21:18 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week, I spoke with Laura Goldstein, LCSW, about the difference between curiosity, and telling. In her professional practice, Laura has been helping families, couples, and individuals since 1996. Her integrative mind-body approach incorporates the IFS model alongside yoga and mindfulness pra...
Closeness and Compassion: Elissa Stein on Relationships
The Therapy Spot - May 14, 2018 21:43 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHuman beings are social creatures — we all long for connection. Sometimes, however, when we try to get closer, we trip over ourselves and actually create distance instead. In her work with couples, Elissa Stein helps them see that there are many different ways to have closeness. She also guides ...
Understanding Your Attachment Style With Dr. Susan Reyland
The Therapy Spot - April 30, 2018 21:19 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to the Therapy Spot! This week, I spoke with my friend and colleague, clinical psychologist Dr. Susan Reyland, about attachment. What are attachment styles? How did our attachment style form? How do our early attachment experiences influence some of the relatio...
Building an Empathy Bridge By Relating — Not Responding
The Therapy Spot - April 17, 2018 00:37 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWelcome back to the Therapy Spot, everyone! On this week’s episode, I’d like to walk you through an exercise I did with two of my clients. The wife in this married couple had a lot of strong feelings surrounding an upcoming life change. Her husband struggled to show up with empathy, and instead ...
Trauma and Anxiety: a Conversation with Matt Pappas
The Therapy Spot - April 03, 2018 04:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week, I interviewed Matt Pappas, Certified Life Coach, author, blogger, and podcaster. He specializes in coaching for survivors of trauma, and those dealing with anxiety. Matt’s journey began from a very personal place. A survivor himself, he started Surviving My Past as a way to navigate...
Navigating the Road to Joy: an Interview With Kari Joys
The Therapy Spot - March 19, 2018 23:17 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back once more to the Therapy Spot! On this week’s episode, I spoke with Kari Joys, MS. She is the director of the Center for Creative Change in Spokane, Washington. Kari is a well sought after Counselor and Psychotherapist, a skilled group facilitator, and a powerful...
Heal Your Relationship From the Inside Out with Self Compassion
The Therapy Spot - March 05, 2018 22:14 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to the Therapy Spot! I recently attended a professional training on working with couples, where I ran into Toni Herbine-Blank. Toni has operated a private practice for over 20 years, counseling both couples and individuals. Along with Donna M. Kerpelman and Marth...
Feel Better Now: Activate Self Compassion With Your Inner Care Circuit
The Therapy Spot - February 20, 2018 01:47 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week, to continue #theYearofSelfCompassion, I’d like to talk about something called the “inner care circuit.” Every single one of you has this circuit, even though we may not know how to use it. Our inner care circuit can eliminate emotion pain at its roots — and help us to feel better now....
Snags, Waves, and Continuums: Susan Reyland on the Nature of Emotion
The Therapy Spot - February 06, 2018 01:26 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsMy long time friend and colleague Susan Reyland joined me once more to discuss the nature of emotions. Susan is a clinical and developmental psychologist who works in Denver, Colorado. Today, we’re going to talk about the ways we experience our emotions, and how to navigate them. Listen in! ...
The Year of Self Compassion Starts With Your Self Compassion Playlist
The Therapy Spot - January 23, 2018 01:07 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThe beginning of the new year is always a time of reflection for me. As I reflect, I’ve found myself asking: How can it already be 2018? The years seem to come and go almost as quickly as the days and weeks. That means it’s more important than ever to slow down — hit pause — reflect. Since 20...
Susan Mason on How and Why to Practice Self Compassion
The Therapy Spot - January 08, 2018 23:01 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHappy New Year, everyone, and welcome back to the Therapy Spot! This week, I spoke with friend and colleague Susan Mason. With over 25 years of counseling experience, Susan works as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Illinois. As a certified IFS therapist, she uses these pr...
Saying No Can Be Hard. Susan Reyland Wants to Make it Easier For You.
The Therapy Spot - December 22, 2017 00:09 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWelcome back to the Therapy Spot, everyone! This week, I’m pleased to welcome back my friend and colleague, Susan Reyland. Susan is a clinical and developmental psychologist who works in Denver, Colorado. Our friendship began when we met at an IFS conference, and Susan offered me a glass of wate...
Eating Disorders and IFS: an Interview With Amy Grabowski
The Therapy Spot - December 12, 2017 00:31 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsOn this week’s episode, I spoke with Amy Grabowski, MA, LCPC, ATR. As the Director and Founder of The Awakening Center, she helps clients suffering from eating disorders. Specifically, she uses the IFS lens as a way for her clients to understand and begin the healing process. The holidays can ...
Stop Putting it Off: Get to Know Your Procrastinator Part Today
The Therapy Spot - November 27, 2017 22:25 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsI want to tell you a secret. I left this podcast on procrastination until the very last possible minute. Why do I tell you this? So you know that, when I talk about procrastination, I speak from experience! For more, visit: bethrogerson.com
Dr. Baker on How — and Why — to Befriend Yourself
The Therapy Spot - November 13, 2017 22:47 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsOn today’s episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Baker. Dr. Baker is a clinical psychologist in Southern California, as well as the creator and host of the Go Friend Your Self podcast. She has experienced, personally and professionally, the impact of being your greatest critic instead ...
Stop Your Party of Parts From Becoming a "Monster Mash" with IFS
The Therapy Spot - October 30, 2017 19:15 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIt should be no surprise that I’ve got Halloween on my mind. America’s take on Halloween is a lot of fun. When I was a kid, my father made Halloween even more fun than it already was. From talking pumpkins to robot costumes, we never knew what to expect. Halloween is also the perfect time of y...
Melissa Sandfort, IFS Coach and Therapist, on Passion and Playfulness
The Therapy Spot - October 16, 2017 21:39 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIn today’s podcast, I spoke with Chicago based IFS practitioner Melissa Sandfort. In her own words, “This is my path in life, and I have never looked back. [...] I live, eat, sleep, and breathe IFS!” Her passion is deep and infectious — which will be crystal clear when you listen to her speak. ...
How Your Inner Dialogue Makes You Better Inside and Better With Others
The Therapy Spot - October 03, 2017 00:44 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThose of you who have listened to my podcast for a while have heard me say something many times. “Better in yourself, and better with others.” Why do I say this? Well, when we improve our internal communication, we get better at external communication, too. I’m certainly not the only one who s...
Transpersonal Therapist Lysanne Sizoo Opens Up About Trust
The Therapy Spot - September 18, 2017 23:32 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week, I interviewed psychodynamic and transpersonal counsellor Lysanne Sizoo. Lysanne currently lives on a houseboat on the Vecht River outside of Amsterdam, where she meets individually with clients and also hosts creative retreats. It was in this idyllic setting that we had our discussion...
Successful Bicultural Relationships Have Unexpected Benefits
The Therapy Spot - September 04, 2017 22:33 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsOver the past 14 years, I have sat with many bicultural couples who struggled to connect. While they knew they felt deep love for one another, their differences loomed large in their minds. By focusing on their differences, they felt the distance between them grow larger. Why does this happen?...
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