Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Hard choices can be the most caring ones. We open up about why we’re closing Coupled after two seasons and twenty‑six episodes, and how the show quietly changed the way many couples approach therapy—coming in earlier, with less stigma, and with more hope. You’ll hear the real story behind the mics: our FSU roots, building courses, the free service mindset, and the invisible labor that turns a 25‑minute conversation into hours of preparation, ...
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Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Hard choices can be the most caring ones. We open up about why we’re closing Coupled after two seasons and twenty‑six episodes, and how the show quietly changed the way many couples approach therapy—coming in earlier, with less stigma, and with more hope. You’ll hear the real story behind the mics: our FSU roots, building courses, the free service mindset, and the invisible labor that turns a 25‑minute conversation into hours of preparation, ...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Hard choices can be the most caring ones. We open up about why we’re closing Coupled after two seasons and twenty‑six episodes, and how the show quietly changed the way many couples approach therapy—coming in earlier, with less stigma, and with more hope. You’ll hear the real story behind the mics: our FSU roots, building courses, the free service mindset, and the invisible labor that turns a 25‑minute conversation into hours of preparation, ...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 14: Breaking the News: How to Talk to Kids About Divorce Divorce conversations rank among parents' most dreaded responsibilities. Many couples delay separation for months or even years, fearing the impact on their children. This powerful episode tackles the question therapists hear most often: "How do we tell our kids?" Starting with the foundation of presenting a united front, we explore why having both parents present for ...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 13: Breaking the Cycle: Navigating Divorce as Co-Parents What happens when marriages end but parenthood continues? This deep dive into co-parenting after divorce reveals powerful insights about creating stability for children during family transitions. The research is clear: divorce itself doesn't determine children's outcomes—how parents navigate the aftermath does. We explore three distinct co-parenting styles, from destru...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 12: Sex, Sleepovers, and Spending: The Surprising Rules of Open Relationships Continuing our exploration of ethical non-monogamy, Dr. Nari and Dr. Jenna dive into the nuanced world of boundaries and rules that make these relationships work. Following Dr. Ethan Schwab's interview on different forms of non-monogamous relationships, this episode uncovers the practical aspects of how couples navigate these complex arrangements. ...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 11: Navigating Ethical Non-Monogamy: Conversations with Dr. Ethan Schwab What if there's a healthier alternative to traditional relationships? In this episode, Dr. Jenna hosts Dr. Ethan Schwab, an ASEC certified sex therapist and licensed marriage and family therapist. He joins us to explore the world of ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, and open relationships. Dr. Schwab breaks down the vocabulary people need to understand t...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 10: What's Happening on the Couch? Real Talk from Real Therapists Ever felt like you're the only one struggling with your particular relationship challenge? You're not. Dr. Jenna and Dr. Nari pull back the curtain on what they're actually seeing in their practice right now, sharing the patterns and common challenges that emerge across different couples and families. From the comfort of transparency comes validation—knowi...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 9: Beyond Court Battles: How Collaborative Divorce Transforms Family Transitions Divorce doesn't have to mean scorched earth and broken families. What if there was a way to end your marriage with dignity, privacy, and mutual respect—while saving time and money? Rachel Borentrager, divorce attorney and pioneering advocate for collaborative divorce, returns to the Coupled Podcast to introduce listeners to this revolutionary al...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 8: Inside the Mind of a Divorce Attorney: What Makes Couples Split? Rachel Borntreger, a Florida board-certified marital and family law expert, reveals the hidden patterns behind modern divorce in this illuminating conversation. Drawing from over a decade of experience working with couples at their breaking point, Rachel offers a rare glimpse into what's really happening when marriages fail. The primary culprit? What Rachel ...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 7: Crafting Healthy Conflict: The Art of Fair Fighting For Couples Ever wondered if your arguments are normal or if they're slowly destroying your relationship? Whether you're having full-blown shouting matches or tense conversations where neither of you feels heard, this episode dives into the truth about conflict in healthy relationships. Contrary to popular belief, a completely conflict-free relationship isn't necessarily...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 6: The Aftermath: Inside the Betrayed Partner's Experience in Infidelity The discovery of an affair creates seismic shifts in a relationship, leaving the betrayed partner to navigate a landscape of trauma, confusion, and painful questioning. As experienced couples therapists specializing in affair recovery, we pull back the curtain on what really happens in the aftermath of infidelity for the person who's been cheated on. Sl...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 5: Red Flags and Gut Feelings: Understanding the Cheater Profile Navigating the murky waters of suspected infidelity can leave you questioning your sanity and second-guessing your instincts. We dive deep into the behavioral patterns that might indicate a partner is cheating, while emphasizing an important caveat: these signs alone don't definitively prove unfaithfulness. From our therapy room experiences, we reveal the compl...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 4: Navigating Couples' Relationship Differences: From Minor Frustrations to Major Conflicts Ever noticed how the tiniest differences between you and your partner can somehow snowball into heated arguments? You're not alone. From the spouse who leaves clothes on the floor to the one who needs three days to recover from an argument, relationship differences are universal—and they don't have to spell disaster. We kick off this ...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 3: Normalizing Relationship Friction: Common Questions Couples Are Afraid to Ask Are you silently questioning if certain thoughts and feelings in your relationship are normal? You're not alone. We're diving straight into the questions that keep couples up at night—the ones they're often too embarrassed to discuss with friends. First up: Is it normal to be annoyed with your partner? Living with another human being inevitably ...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 2: Breakup with Bad Love Advice For Couples Forget what the movies taught you - real love isn't about finding a magical soulmate who makes everything effortless. As couples therapists, we're pulling back the curtain on the relationship advice that sounds romantic but actually sets couples up for disappointment and conflict. That perfect person who just "gets you" without any explanation? They don't exist. Even therapists who...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 2 Episode 1: The Raw Truth: Two Couples Therapists Share Their Relationship Wisdom Ever wondered what relationship therapists actually do in their own relationships? Season 2 of the Coupled Podcast starts with a refreshingly honest conversation where Dr. Jenna and Dr. Nari pull back the curtain on their personal lives while answering relationship questions that anyone can use with their partner. Through a playful "finish the sentence"...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 1 Episode 12: Balancing Acts: Work and Family Tensions Explored The delicate balance between work and family life creates some of the most challenging dynamics in modern relationships. Diving deep into real-world tensions, we explore the common complaints that arise when careers and relationships collide. At the heart of many conflicts is the "always working" complaint, where perception and reality often diverge dramatically. The work...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 1 Episode 11: Work, Family, and the Impossible Balance Finding harmony between work and family life might be the ultimate challenge for modern relationships. As therapists who specialize in couples counseling, we've observed how the delicate balance of careers, household responsibilities, and childcare creates unique tensions that can either strengthen or strain partnerships. The perpetual tug-of-war many couples experience isn't just...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 1 Episode 10: Hidden Influences: How Your Family Shapes Your Marriage Your past shapes your present more than you might realize. The family you grew up in—your family of origin—has profoundly influenced your communication style, conflict resolution tactics, expectations around affection, and even how you celebrate special occasions. When two people with different upbringings come together in marriage, these differences can create frict...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 1 Episode 9: Step by Step: The Reality Behind Blended Family Dynamics Your past shapes your present more than you might realize. The family you grew up in—your family of origin—has profoundly influenced your communication style, conflict resolution tactics, expectations around affection, and even how you celebrate special occasions. When two people with different upbringings come together in marriage, these differences can create frict...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Season 1 Episode 8: Divide and Conquer--Household Labor In Relationships In this episode, we discuss the research and reality of how couples handle household labor and child-rearing. Roles in marriage have been evolving, but how is this affecting couples when they tackle things around the house? Dr. Jenna and Nari are the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists behind the Coupled Podcast. They both have private practices where the...
Send us a text! We’d love to know what you think! Hard choices can be the most caring ones. We open up about why we’re closing Coupled after two seasons and twenty‑six episodes, and how the show quietly changed the way many couples approach therapy—coming in earlier, with less stigma, and with more hope. You’ll hear the real story behind the mics: our FSU roots, building courses, the free service mindset, and the invisible labor that turns a 25‑minute conversation into hours of preparation, ...
