Hey friends! What if regret is not a sign that you are failing, but a signal pointing you back to what matters?

In today’s solo episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I am talking about the emotion of regret, the pressure of the no regret lifestyle, and why painful emotions often carry important information. I also share a personal update about the podcast returning to an audio-only format and what this decision has taught me about values, alignment, and making room for what matters most.

Join me as we look at how regret can remind us of our values, why we need to sit with difficult emotions before we try to change them, and how small shoulds can slowly fill our lives until there is very little room left for ourselves.

If you have been feeling pulled in too many directions, saying yes because you should, or wondering whether your life still fits who you are becoming, this conversation is for you. Join me as we explore how to look back without living there and create space for what matters in Looking Back Without Living There: What Regret Can Teach You.

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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

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#Regret #SelfCompassion #PersonalGrowth

Hey friends! Why does intimacy feel so hard when your nervous system does not feel safe?

In today’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I am joined by Vanessa Cushing, Licensed Professional Counselor and certified sex therapist, to talk about nervous system dysregulation, desire discrepancy, trauma, communication, and what sex therapy actually looks like in real clinical practice.

Join us as we unpack why desire can shut down when the body is in survival mode, how blame keeps couples stuck, why communication needs more than just talking, and when therapists should consider referring clients to a trained sex therapist.

This conversation is for therapists working with intimacy concerns and for anyone who wants a more compassionate, informed way to understand desire, trauma, and connection. We also talk about Vanessa’s work with Sex Therapy Pro and why accessible, shame-free education around sexual health matters.

If you've ever felt shut down, disconnected, or unsure why intimacy feels out of reach. Join us as we explore healing, connection, and the path back to feeling safe in Why Intimacy Breaks Down: The Truth About Trauma, Desire, and Sex Therapy with Vanessa Cushing.

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Vanessa Cushing is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the owner and founder of Cushing Counseling and Sex Therapy Pro, where she works to help clients eliminate distress, build healthier coping skills, and gain insight into unhealthy patterns. She holds a master's degree from Johns Hopkins University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, dual bachelor's degrees from the University of Virginia, and a Certificate in Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan. Vanessa specializes in sex therapy and integrative couples work, addressing concerns ranging from desire discrepancy to reclaiming sexuality after trauma, and is an LGBTQ+ affirming, inclusive provider.

To explore Vanessa's AI-powered sex therapy platform with personalized treatment plans and exercises, visit sextherapypro.ai.

Connect with Vanessa Cushing:

Website: https://www.cushingcounseling.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cushingcounseling/

Li: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-cushing-477051156/

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

#SexTherapy #RelationshipHealth #IntimacyHealing

What happens when therapists become the people everyone else turns to, but their own support starts to disappear?

In today’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I am joined by Lorain Moorehead, therapist, consultant, and host of The Self-Care Therapist podcast, to talk about why supervision, consultation, and therapy still matter after licensure.

Join us as we unpack the fine line between supervision, consultation, and therapy, why therapists need spaces where they can be honest about what is coming up for them, and how ongoing support helps clinicians grow instead of quietly carrying everything alone.

Getting licensed does not mean therapists stop needing guidance. Whether we are learning a new modality, navigating a difficult case, or noticing our own reactions in the room, support is part of ethical and sustainable clinical work.

If you are a therapist, supervisor, consultant, or helping professional who has ever wondered where your own support is supposed to come from, this conversation is for you. Join us as we explore why licensed therapists still need supervision in Why Licensed Therapists Still Need Supervision With Lorain Moorehead

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Lorain Moorehead is a therapist, consultant, and EMDR Certified, EMDRIA‑approved consultant specializing in trauma‑informed care and EMDR integration. She works with high‑achieving adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, identity loss, and relational stress through depth‑oriented, evidence‑based approaches. Lorain brings advanced training in DBT and certification in Perinatal Mental Health, grounding her work in safety, attunement, and nervous‑system awareness. She also supports clinicians through supervision, consultation, and training, with a strong focus on ethical practice and clinical decisionmaking. In 2025, she launched The Self Care‑apist Therapist Podcast, creating space for therapists to explore innovative, research‑backed modalities—including emerging conversations around KAP and trauma treatment.

Website: https://lorainmoorehead.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorainmoorehead/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theselfcareapist/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theselfcareapist

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjS1AkQopGeVq6eP-1j7Y4i-oloOPSJmw

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

#ClinicalSupervision #TherapistSupport #TherapistBurnout

Hey friends! What happens when the life you expected no longer fits the person you are becoming?

In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I am joined by Dr. Elana Hoffman, licensed Clinical Psychologist, author, and host of Talk Relationship to Me, to talk about gray divorce and why more couples are starting over later in life. We get into what gray divorce means, why it may be increasing, the emotional grief that comes with ending a long marriage, and the identity shifts that can happen when the future you imagined suddenly changes.

Join us as we unpack the questions people start asking in midlife, the role of financial independence, sexuality, family patterns, and why divorce can be both heartbreaking and liberating. We also talk about the difference between initiating divorce and being left, why men need more compassionate support after divorce, and what it can mean to create a healthier path forward for yourself and your family.

There is no single way to move through divorce. Sometimes you need space to grieve. Sometimes you need therapy, coaching, community, or support from people who understand. And sometimes healing means realizing that starting over later in life does not mean you failed. It means there may still be a whole life waiting for you on the other side.

If midlife has left you questioning the life you built, the relationship you stayed in, or the future you thought was certain, this conversation is for you. Join us as we explore what it means to start over later in life and find yourself again in Gray Divorce: Why More Couples Are Starting Over After 50 with Dr. Elana Hoffman

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Dr. Elana Hoffman is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, author of So, Your Wife Left You… Now What?, and host of the podcast Talk Relationship to Me. Specializing in divorce and relationship transitions, she helps adults navigate the emotional, relational, and identity shifts that come with major life changes, including the growing phenomenon of gray divorce. Through her therapy and coaching practice, she works specifically with men rebuilding their lives after divorce, helping them understand themselves and their patterns with a compassionate and no-blame/shame approach, and what they actually want on the other side. With licensure across 40+ states through Psypact, she brings a warm, no-nonsense clinical lens to the conversations most people are afraid to have.

Grab Dr. Elana Hoffman's book, So, Your Wife Left You… Now What? https://www.amazon.com/Your-Wife-Left-What-Psychologists/dp/1965971040

And catch her podcast, Talk Relationship to Me https://www.youtube.com/@TalkRelationshipToMe

Connect with Dr. Elana Hoffman:

Website: https://www.drelanahoffman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.elanahoffman/

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

Hey friends! How do you heal and recover from a broken relationship? In today’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I am joined by The Therapist Brothers, Brannon and Tyler Patrick, both licensed clinicians, to explore the hidden trauma of betrayal and why infidelity can create such deep emotional wounds.

Join us as we unpack the deeper meaning of betrayal trauma, help you understand the experience of reality fragmentation, and offer insight into what healing, repair, and rebuilding trust can look like for couples who choose that path.

There is no quick fix for betrayal trauma. While we can be grateful for the confidence, strength, and joy we’ve regained, that doesn’t erase the pain we’ve endured. Both can exist at the same time, and healing often means making space for the full truth of our experience. Remember, life is good on the other side.

If betrayal has left you questioning your reality, your worth, or your ability to trust again, this conversation is for you. Join us as we explore what healing can look like after deep relational wounds in The Hidden Trauma of Betrayal: Why Infidelity Hurts So Deeply.

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Brannon Patrick, LCSW, and Tyler Patrick, LMFT, are brothers and

licensed clinicians who help individuals and couples heal after infidelity,

addiction, and the trust rupture that follows. With 20+ years each in

addiction and trauma work, They also host The Therapy Brothers, a weekly call-in show where real people work through betrayal, shame, trauma, and addiction.

Connect with Brannon Patrick:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brannon-patrick/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brannon_patrick/

Connect with Tyler Patrick:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-patrick-lmft-24488366/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.wandering.therapist/

Learn more about the Therapy Brothers!

Website: https://therapybrothers.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapy.bros

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy.brothers

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therapy.brothers

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

#BetrayalTrauma #InfidelityRecovery #RelationshipHealing

Life transitions can leave you asking who you are when the old plan no longer fits.

In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I am with Yessi Sanchez, filmmaker, producer, and host of No Map Included, for a shared conversation about pivoting, identity, grief, uncertainty, and what it feels like when life no longer follows the path you expected.

We talk about Yessi’s decision to step away from acting, my own experience of rebuilding after divorce, the importance of therapy and support, and the strange mix of fear and possibility that comes with starting over. If you are in the early stage, messy middle, or other side of a major life transition, this conversation is a reminder that you do not have to minimize what you are going through.

Listen to this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch: The Messy Middle of Pivoting with Yessi Sanchez

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Yessi Sanchez is a filmmaker, producer, and the host of No Map Included, a podcast exploring the creative journey from proof of concept to premiere. Through honest conversations and solo reflections, she documents the realities behind creative careers, including pivots, burnout, boundaries, reinvention, and the uncertainty of building a life in the arts without a clear roadmap.

Connect with Yessi Sanchez:

Website: https://nomapincluded.buzzsprout.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yessisth/

Li: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yessisanchez/

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

Have you ever felt like you and your partner are speaking completely different languages?

In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I am with Keith Jordan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and couples therapist with over 40 years in mental health, to talk about what actually breaks down communication in relationships and what it takes to repair it. We get into Gottman's Four Horsemen, Imago Relationship Therapy, the role of childhood in adult defensiveness, and an AI-powered app Keith built to support couples between sessions.

Instead of waiting until things boil over, what if you had the tools to catch it before the explosion? This conversation is full of them.

Listen to this week's episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch: The Hidden Reason Couples Keep Having the Same Argument with Keith Jordan.

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Keith Jordan, LCSW, is a licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of New York. After retiring after 30 years with the Orange County Department of Mental Health, he has devoted his time to a full-time private practice in which he specializes in couples therapy. In addition to his private practice, he is the Founder and Owner of Couples Therapy Assistance Delivery LLC, and has a website, www.ctadeliveryllc.com, through which he provides information about resources for couples therapists, including an app called the Couples Therapy Assistant, or CTA. He created the CTA to help couples therapy clients increase the value of their therapy by having a tool to use between therapy sessions to supplement their work with their therapist. He is passionate about helping couples to have healthy intimate relationships. Keith and his wife Jackie live in Poughkeepsie, NY.

Connect with Keith Jordan:

Website:www.ctadeliveryllc.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-jordan-3a013b30/

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

#CouplesTherapy #RelationshipAdvice #FourHorsemen

Have you ever felt like your sense of worth was something you had to earn - and never quite got there?

In this episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, I sit down with Dawna Daigneault, lead author of Understanding Self-Worth: A Guide to Worth Conscious Theory and Psychotherapeutic Practice, to explore what self-worth actually is and where it comes from. Together, we unpack the difference between lost self-worth and denied self-worth, why so many of us grow up building on the wrong foundation, and how birthright self-worth changes everything.

Instead of asking, "What did I do wrong?" try asking, "Was my worth simply not honored?" Because your worth was never gone - it was just denied.

Listen to this week's episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch: What Is Self-Worth, Really? Psychotherapist Unpacks the Science of Feeling Worthy

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Dawna Daigneault, EdS, LPC, CCTP, is the lead author of Understanding Self-Worth: A Guide to Worth-Conscious Theory and Psychotherapeutic Practice. Her work focuses on helping people recognize patterns of denied self-worth and understand how those patterns shape the way they think, feel, and relate to others.

Website: https://understandingself-worth.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zestoflife-llc-0a116537b/

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

#SelfWorth #EmotionalHealing #MentalHealth