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Shift & Thrive: CEO Insights on Driving ChangeReinventing Customer Connections - Pete Jones - Shift & Thrive - Episode # 056In this episode of Shift & Thrive, Natalie Nathanson interviews Pete Jones, founder and CEO of Grypp, about the unexpected moment that led to a complete business pivot, from in-person sales tech to a visual-first platform transforming the contact center industry. Pete shares the story behind Grypp’s evolution, including how a single conversation exposed the inefficiencies in traditional call centers and inspired a new way to approach customer experience. He unpacks the challenges of building a highly configurable, no-code platform, and highlights how Grypp enables partners to drive measurable ROI in their own markets.Ke...
2025-08-0647 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastTherapy with Narcissists, featuring Wendy Behary, LCSWWendy Behary, LCSW, author of Disarming the Narcissist, joins the podcast today to discuss her experience in counseling couples where one partner is a narcissist. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Some of the information discussed on the podcast can be sensitive in nature, therefore listener discretion is advised. *This page contains affiliate links. If you choose to p...
2022-11-1055 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastAdult Survivors of Toxic Family Members, Featuring Dr. Sherrie Campbell PhD.Dr. Sherrie Campbell, PhD. joins us again today to discuss her journey in recovery from cutting off toxic family members. She shares how the dysfunction continued to build until she was strong enough to separate herself from her family. She discussed her process of finding out family members had passed away and how money was handled in the process. Dr. Sherrie also provided some tips on the recovery journey. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and...
2022-10-1152 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastParental Alienation, Featuring Dr. Amy Baker, PhD.Dr. Amy Baker, PhD. author, researcher, and court expert joins us today to talk about parental alienation. There is nothing more hurtful than a parent turning their child against the other parent. This can go on for years when children are forced to align with one parent, and are subjected to endless smear campaigns about the other parent. Dr. Baker discusses why parents do this, the likelihood of a parent who engages in this behavior having a personality disorder, and the consequences of the parents behavior on their child long-term. Visit Dr. Amy Baker, PhD here: Dr. A...
2022-09-0254 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastSelf-Compassion, Featuring Dr. Kristen Neff, PhD.Dr. Kristen Neff, PhD. joins the podcast today to discuss the art of self-compassion. When struggling with an abusive or dysfunctional relationship, it's important to treat yourself with kindness and compassion. Dr. Neff explains how to be self-compassionate, ways you can make space in your life to be compassionate, and how self-compassion improves your quality of life overall. Connect with Dr. Kristen Neff, PhD here: www.self-compassion.org For Dr. Kristen Neff's books: Self-Compassion Fierce Self-Compassion The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general su...
2022-08-171h 00
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring Hidden Depression, Featuring Dr. Margaret Rutherford, PhD.It's not uncommon to feel detached from people as we are healing after leaving an abusive relationship. Although you may go to work everyday and appear to be fine on the outside, the reality is, you are not. Dr. Margaret Rutherford, PhD. joins us today to talk about hidden depression, the signs, how it may be mistaken for anxiety, what happens when we overlook it, and how we can start to heal. Connect with Dr. Margaret Rutherford, PhD. here: Dr. Margaret's website Book: Perfectly Hidden Depression *Please note: Information provided on t...
2022-07-3059 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastHealing From Abandonment with Susan Anderson, LCSWSusan Anderson LCSW, therapist, author, and expert on abandonment joins the show today. Susan discusses the wounds of physical and emotional abandonment and the long-term impact of both of those unhealed wounds. Having a core wound of being abandoned can cause us to look for love in the wrong places, depression, attempt to seek out comfort in abusive relationships and so much more. Abandonment wounds can be healed, but it takes time, motivation, intention, and consistency to work through the layers. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every s...
2022-06-3059 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastDifficulty coping with Microaggressions, Featuring Dr. Holly Sawyer, PhD, LPCDr. Holly Sawyer, Phd, LPC, CAADC, SAP joins us today to discuss how Black women internalize microaggressions in the workplace. Dr. Sawyer and I break down the different layers of microaggressions and how Black women may develop problematic coping skills such as drinking to cope with being oppressed, invalidated, and unseen in the corporate workplace. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health...
2022-06-2759 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring Parental Emotional Incest and Trauma, Featuring Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEPBritt Frank, LSCSW, SEP and I sit down today to have a candid discussion about trauma, feeling emotionally stuck, and emotional incest that adult children experience from growing up in a family with parents who don't respect boundaries. Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEP and I discuss why adults who experience emotional incest from their parents may stay stunted in their emotional growth. Independence and learning healthy boundaries can be much more challenging to develop when your parents want to control your life as an adult. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not a...
2022-06-1755 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring Idealization of Men In the Family, Featuring Cameka Alexander, Behavioral CounselorCameka Alexander, a behavioral counselor and owner of Fasttell non-profit joins us today. She and I have a candid conversation about misogyny and how it show’s up in the relationship dynamics between fathers and their daughters. Ms. Cameka Alexander, a behavior counselor, offers her theory on why fathers “hate” their daughters and how this affects their safety and security throughout their lives. She and I also discuss the impact of how this has affected her personally through her own relationship with her family and her personal values. Lastly, she shares her thoughts about how giving a child what they w...
2022-06-111h 04
A Date With Darkness PodcastEnding The Relationship with Your Dysfunctional Family, Featuring Dr. Sherrie Campbell, PhDIf you grew up in a severely narcissistic or toxic family, you may have been struggling with boundaries or communication and the dynamics of your family. If you are wondering if it's time to let go of a family relationship that no longer serves you, but you are unsure of how to do it then be sure to listen to Dr. Sherrie Campbell's tips. Dr. Sherrie Campbell PhD. discussed her experience with her family, and what helped her to go completely no contact. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable t...
2022-06-0354 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastAvoidant and Anxious Attachment in Dating, Featuring Dalila Jusic-LaBerge, LMFTDalila Jusic-LaBerge, LMFT, owner of Be Here & Now Counseling and Therapy joins us today to discuss anxious and avoidant attachment in relationships. We discuss the dynamics that occur when the avoidant person starts to pull away in dating triggering the anxious person's fear of abandonment. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Some of the information discussed on the podcast can be sensitive...
2022-05-0659 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring Financial Fraud, With Bernadette Harris, MS, MBA, CFEApril is financial wellness month, and the show will be honoring financial wellness in discussing money all month long. Bernadette Harris, MS, MBA, CFE joins us today to discuss money, and the depths that people will go to hide it. Bernadette shares her experience in forensic accounting, and the consequences that people suffer when they try to hide money in business, high conflict divorces, or other legal matters. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, a...
2022-04-2054 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastManaging Shame Around Money, Featuring Emily MaclinApril is financial wellness month, and the show will be honoring financial wellness in discussing money all month long. When you have experienced trauma or mental health issues, it's not uncommon for that to manifest in finances. So many people burn through money because of suppressed feelings of shame. Emily Maclin, a financial coach joins the show to discuss the signs of financial shame and how that shows up in managing money. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for...
2022-04-0855 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastLearning to Trust Your Intuition, Featuring Dr. Fanike-Kiara Young, LCSWDr. Fanike-Kiara Young, LCSW joins us today to have a candid conversation about intuition. Your gut feeling about a person or situation is often your first indicator of a red or green flag. Instead of paying attention to how we feel about a person or a situation, we attempt to play things safe or small by giving it the "benefit of the doubt." *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be s...
2022-03-1851 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastSigns That You Are Being Devalued By a NarcissistDevaluation occurs when you are no longer being idealized by the narcissist. The narcissist may be preparing to discard you and regardless of what you do, you cannot prevent them from attempting to find fault in you or treat you poorly. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Some of the information discussed on the podcast can be sensitive in nature, th...
2022-02-2442 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastIdealization in RelationshipsIn this episode of the podcast, I discuss what idealization of romantic partners is in relationships, and why we do it. In the beginning of relationship, there are some of us who get caught up in the idea that this person is the "one" therefore we refuse to evaluate evidence to the contrary. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Some o...
2022-02-1827 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastAbuse Tactics We Internalize and How to Overcome ThemLong after an abusive relationship has ended, you may continue to silently abuse yourself. I discuss ways that we continue treating ourselves poorly and how we can put a stop to it. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Some of the information discussed on the podcast can be sensitive in nature, therefore listener discretion is advised. The opinions of the gu...
2022-02-0437 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastPersonal Growth Tools To Develop Healthy Relationships After AbuseOne of the most challenging things to do is to pick up the pieces of your life and start all over again after leaving a relationship with a narcissist. Where do you start? What do you work on first? Join me as I have a candid conversation on personal development tools to work on after leaving a relationship with a narcissist. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for tr...
2022-01-2830 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastHow to Know When a Narcissist is Discarding You On this solocast, I discuss the signs of narcissist discard. When a narcissist is done with the relationship and is on their way out the door, the signs are there. I discuss why it's important to see these signs for what they are and how you can take the steps to put yourself first and resist the urge to stay connected to an abusive person. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should no...
2022-01-2150 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastReasons Why Your Relationships Are Dysfunctional It's not uncommon for people to have more than one narcissistic or toxic relationship in their life. If you have evaluated the relationships in your life and have come to the conclusion that most of them are toxic, here are some reasons why as well as general tips on what to do about it. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. S...
2022-01-1449 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastMisogynoir: The Other Discrimination That Black Women Face; Featuring Dr. Donna Oriowo, PhD. Dr. Donna Oriowo, PhD. owner of Annod Right and 3rd time guest on the podcast joins the show today. Dr. Donna and I have a candid conversation about misogynoir and how it is showing up in dating. Dr. Donna and I also discuss the common question, "what do you bring to the table?" We discuss why misogynoir behavior is abusive and why you should avoid people that display those traits. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, an...
2022-01-0552 minA Date With Darkness PodcastLearning to Effectively Cope with The Narcissist's Behaviors During the Holidays Last week, I discussed how narcissists can draw negative attention to themselves by acting out in a variety of ways during the holidays. This week, I provide simple tips and coping strategies that can help manage the holiday stress caused by a narcissist. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Some of the information discussed on the podcast can be sensitive i...
2021-12-1031 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastThe Narcissist's Behaviors During the Holidays During the holidays, it's not uncommon for the narcissist in your life to draw attention to themselves by creating havoc and animosity in the home. Anything from creating a scene to giving you a demeaning gift to demonstrate your worth to them is fair game. In this podcast, I review ways that the narcissist attempts to create unnecessary drama by attempting to ruin your holiday. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should no...
2021-12-0231 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastWays to Protect Your Energy and Relationships During The Holidays In the 100th episode, I discuss how to protect your energy and avoid holiday burnout by protecting and implementing boundaries, honoring your emotions and mental health, being mindful of spending and gift giving, protecting your time, refusing to engage in toxic behaviors, and getting plenty of rest. The purpose of the holidays is to maximize enjoyment and to reduce stress. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment wi...
2021-11-2634 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastHow Sexual Shame Affects Your Relationships, Featuring Eliza Boquin, LMFT Eliza Boquin, LMFT and sex therapist; owner of Flow and Ease Counseling, and Co-Founder of Melanin and Mental Health joins the show today. She and I had a candid conversation about sex, shame, and how that shows up in our intimate relationships. Unresolved sexual shame prevents us from being emotionally close to our partners, unable to enjoy pleasure, and may cause to check out of our relationships mentally. We discuss whether you should "do it anyway" and have sex just to please your partner when you're not motivated. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general s...
2021-10-2744 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastThings to Consider Before Re-Establishing a Relationship with an Abuser In this solocast, I give you my thoughts on the commonly asked question "my abuser came back into my life and wants a relationship, what should I do?" While I don't recommend going back into a relationship with an abusive person, I recognize that it may take multiple attempts to leave an abusive relationship for good. Here are some things to consider before thinking about giving a person another chance. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, a...
2021-10-2231 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastSigns That You Are A Magnet For Abusive Relationships and How to Put A Stop to It In this solocast, I discuss some of the reasons why we may gravitate towards abusive partners if we have a history of being in abusive relationships. Basic interventions are provided to help you avoid falling into a cycle of continuously connecting with abusive personalities. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Some of the information discussed on the podcast can be se...
2021-10-1440 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastPreparing Your Finances for Divorce, Featuring CDFA Nikki Tucker Nikki Tucker, CDFA joins us to discuss how we prepare our finances for divorce. Nikki talks to us about why it's important to take control of your money, and how to make the best financial decisions when it comes to divorce. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. The opinions of the guests on A Date with Darkness Podcast are independent of...
2021-10-0759 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastLearning How to be Vulnerable After Experiencing Sexual Trauma, Featuring Counsellor Jordan Pickell Canadian-based psychotherapist Jordan Pickell joins us on the couch today to discuss what it means to be vulnerable. Jordan also explores challenges survivors of sexual assault have with being vulnerable in their relationships. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. The opinions of the guests on A Date with Darkness Podcast are independent of the opinions of Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LP...
2021-09-3051 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastReporting Child Abuse, Featuring Nicole Stolar-Peterson, LCSW-BCD Nicol Stolar-Peterson, LCSW, BCD joins us today to talk about reporting child abuse. Nicol provides education on when we should report child abuse, why it's important to report it when we see or hear about it, let the reporting agency determine what will be investigated, and challenges that state agencies and law enforcement have with proving cases of child abuse. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. Each intervention suggested should be utilized with caution. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the i...
2021-09-2452 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastHow to Help to Children Who Are Victims of Narcissistic Parents This solocast suggests ways to extend or offer help to children and families who are experiencing narcissistic abuse. Each suggestion is not suitable or applicable to every case of narcissistic abuse. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general suggestions and is not applicable to every situation or person. Each intervention suggested should be utilized with caution. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. The opinions of the guests on A Date with Darkness Podcast are independent of the o...
2021-09-1736 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastHow to Find and Attract Safe Relationships With Healthy Partners This solocast is all about taking the steps to find safe relationships and emotionally healthy partners. I discuss how we work on ourselves and seek out qualities in partnerships that will foster loving healthy relationships. From mindset shifts to taking risks, this episode is for you if you desire finding love that will nurture your spirit. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. The opinions of the guests...
2021-09-1053 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring Environmental and Genetic Factors of Abuse, Featuring Yolanda Renteria, LPC Yolanda Renteria, LPC and I explore how the body stores memories of trauma and how trauma is passed down from generation to generation. Our bodies are wired for survival and store these painful experiences deep within our genetic makeup. Our genetics and trauma survival mechanisms contribute to repeated cycles of abuse. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. The opinions of the guests on A Date with Darkness Po...
2021-09-0259 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastIncreasing Self-Care Practices and Managing Emotional Burnout: Featuring Michelle Goodloe, LCSW A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. On this episode, Michelle Goodloe LCSW and I explore what it means to be emotionally burned out. Michelle discusses the signs of emotional burnout in abusive relationships and how to prevent it. Michelle and I have a candid discussion about self-care, why it's important, how we make time for it, and why it's not a selfish act. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are ge...
2021-08-2554 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastThe Narcissistic Mother and Daughter Dynamic; Featuring Ronica Cormier A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. On this episode, Ronica Cormier and I take a deep dive into narcissistic mothers and their dynamics with their daughters. We discuss the short and long-term impact of daughters who have narcissistic mothers. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a li...
2021-08-2059 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastWhy It's Not a Good Idea to Remain Friends With a Narcissist After a Breakup A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. After a breakup with a narcissist, it can be tempting to want to stay connected, especially if the breakup wasn't your choice. I explore why it's not a good idea to stay friends with a narcissist and it is better to cut the cord and move on. I propose solutions on what you can do to work on healing. *Please note: Information provided on this ep...
2021-08-0532 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastWhy You Have Difficulty Trusting Others A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. I discuss why we develop trust issues. I explore why we have difficulty trusting ourselves and others, especially after leaving an abusive relationships or when there was a rupture in the relationship. *Content published on this podcast is the intellectual property of Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LPCC. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not b...
2021-07-3032 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastWhat to Do Instead of Waiting for An Abusive Person to Change A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. On this episode, I discuss tips on working on yourself instead of focusing on the potential of the abuser in your relationship. It's important to manage your mental health instead of focusing your efforts on someone who is abusive. *Content published on this podcast is the intellectual property of Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LPCC. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general ti...
2021-07-2225 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastEverything You Need To Know About Your Inner Critic, Featuring Dr. Maria Mercedes Dominguez, PhD, LMFT A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. Dr. Maria Dominguez PhD, LMFT joined us today, and she had a lot of useful information to give us regarding the inner critic. Dr. Dominguez and I explore how we internalize criticism and how we speak to ourselves, and even how our inner voices are influenced by oppression and abuse. She clarified how are inner is developed and the long-term it has. *Please note: Information pr...
2021-05-2056 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastIdentifying Red Flags in Sexual Health at the Ob-gyn's Office, Featuring Dr. Joy'El Ballard MD A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. Dr. Joy'El Ballard MD joins us today to discuss the health of women at the gynecologist's office. Dr. Joy'El is an expert in peri-menopause. She and I have a candid conversation about how signs of abuse and boundary issues around sex can show up at the gynecologist's office. She offers education about STIs and how women can become more comfortable with their doctor to ask them questions a...
2021-05-1248 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastPart 2: Healing People of Color Using EMDR Therapy, Featuring Quandra Chaffers, LCSW, CSE A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. Quandra Chaffers, LCSW, CSE joins us today to discuss EMDR therapy for trauma, how it can be helpful when attempting to resolve traumatic experiences in relationships, and how EMDR can be used. Quandra specifically discusses the use of EMDR with therapists who are culturally sensitive to treat trauma for people of color around recent racially charged events. Lastly, Quandra discusses reasonable expectations for EMDR treatment, and how t...
2021-05-0447 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastBDSM, Kink, Sexual Fantasies, and Trauma; Featuring Quandra Chaffers, LCSW, CSE A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions. Quandra Chaffers, LCSW, CSE joins us today to discuss BDSM, kink, sexual fantasies, and trauma. Quandra and discuss the difference between a healthy sex-based lifestyle vs a life-style based in trauma. Quandra also discussed how to determine if a partner is abusive and not respectful of boundaries. She also shares why it's important to explore therapy if you are a trauma survivor and how trauma/abuse may s...
2021-04-1354 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastSurviving Toxic Families, Featuring Marina Williams, LMHC A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Marina Williams, LMHC and author of Surviving the Toxic Family joins us on the couch today to discuss toxic family dynamics and how to overcome them. Marina offers solid tips and suggestions on managing boundaries around family toxicity. She also shares her personal struggles in managing unhealthy family conflict. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not be...
2021-03-3053 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring Troubled Relationships Between Mothers and Daughters, Featuring Ann Dillard LMFT A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Ann Dillard, LMFT and owner of KIP Consulting Services, LLC joins us today to have a candid conversation about painful wounds in the mother-daughter relationship. Ann shares her experience with her own mother, and how it motivates her to hold positive space for her own daughter. Ann provides tips and suggestions on how mothers can provide a safer and more nurturing environment f...
2021-03-2547 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastPart 2: Continuing to Explore Deceptiveness and Red Flags in Relationships; Featuring Anna Stowe Certified Mitigation Specialist A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Part 2: Anna Stowe, certified mitigation specialist and owner of Stowe Investigations joins us today to talk about her experience as being a private investigator. Anna described how women seek out her services when they are distrustful of their spouses actions. Anna discussed how despite the evidence that she provides, people still choose to stay in troubling relationships. Lastly, Anna discusses the dark s...
2021-03-1157 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastInvestigating the Red Flags in Relationships, Featuring Certified Mitigation Specialist Anna Stowe A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Anna Stowe, certified mitigation specialist and owner of Stowe Investigations joins us today to talk about her experience as being a private investigator. Anna describe how women seek out her services when they are distrustful of their spouses actions. Suspicions of cheating, hiding alimony, dating scams, internet/fraud scams, having a secret lover tucked away somewhere can be just the beginning of w...
2021-03-021h 26
A Date With Darkness PodcastAddressing the Pain of Those Who are Hurting on Valentine's Day A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Today's episode addresses those who may be hurting or resentful of Valentine's Day. In this solocast, I discuss why we may be hurting on Valentine's Day and how we can cope with the hurt that we feel on this day. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, an...
2021-02-1440 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastEscaping Emotional Abuse, Featuring Beverly Engel, LMFT A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Beverly Engel, LMFT joins us today to talk about her new book Escaping Emotional Abuse. Beverly and I have a candid conversation about how powerful emotional abuse is, and how shame can keep us bound to a vicious cycle of internalized abuse. Beverly educates on how we can heal from emotional abuse. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are gen...
2021-01-2651 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastSitting in the Adult Chair With Michelle Chalfant, LPC A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Michelle Chalfant, LPC, creator The Adult Chair Podcast and I have a candid conversation about what it means to be an adult. She shares how trauma and other factors can keep us stuck in a child or adolescent state of thinking. She shared, why we stay mentally stuck, and how we can move forward to be an adult who consistently takes responsibility f...
2021-01-1958 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastComing to Terms with The Fifth Agreement, Featuring don Jose Ruiz A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. don Jose Ruiz, who co-wrote The Fifth Agreement with his father don Miguel Ruiz (author of The Four Agreements) joined us today to discuss the motivation behind his book. He shared some of his life's tragic experiences of trauma and substance abuse and how he fought and overcame his inner demons on his journey to self-love using the power of Toltec Wisdom.
2021-01-1258 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastUnderstanding How the Body Stores Trauma, Featuring Dr. Janina Fisher, PhD. A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Janina Fisher PhD. joins the show today to discuss how and why the body stores trauma in the tissue and how we can do certain exercises to release the emotional pain from our bodies. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should no...
2021-01-0449 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastLiberation from Racialized Trauma, Featuring Shawna Murray-Browne, LCSW-C A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. I am joined by Shawna Murray-Browne, LCSW-C who discussed her work on Black liberation and healing from racialized trauma. Given the recent surge in media coverage of police brutality and racial unrest, it is important that we educate ourselves and manage our self-care. Shawna discussed the difference between Black liberation and cultural sensitivity/awareness. Lastly, Shawna discusses her personal journey of picking u...
2020-09-2755 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring the Gifts of Grief; Featuring Dr. Ajita Robinson, PhD, LCPC A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Ajita Robinson, PhD, LCPC joins us today to talk about her new book The Gift of Grief which addresses different types of grief, how to honor our own grief, and how to respect those who have experienced loss. She shares the difficulty with loss in relationships through breakups, divorce, incarceration, and even death. She also shares how difficult grief can be w...
2020-09-1055 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastUnderstanding Character Disturbances, Featuring Dr. George Simon, PhD. A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. George Simon, PhD. joins us today to help us understand what character disturbances are and how we should treat those who are extremely dangerous and manipulative. According to Dr. Simon, PhD, those who have character disturbances should be held accountable for their behavior and strict boundaries need to be maintained. He discusses why society has come to accept those with character d...
2020-09-0259 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastFighting for Divorce and Custody With the Narcissist, Featuring Steven Peskind, JD A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Steven Peskind, Esq. owner of Peskind Law Firm in IL, joins us today for a candid conversation on his expertise in divorce law. Mr. Peskind shares how complicated things get when trying to divorce a narcissistic spouse. He explains how toxic spouses would rather spend more money engaging in high conflict battles over assets, custody, and visitation rights rather than coming to a...
2020-05-131h 00
A Date With Darkness PodcastThe Darker the Berry, The Deeper The Hurt: Featuring Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, PhD. and Dr. Donna Oriowo, PhD. A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are educational information and suggestions. They may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Dr. Donna Oriowo, PhD. a sex therapist and owner of A Nod In the Right Direction psychotherapy. Dr. Donna Oriowo and I discuss the overt a...
2020-03-221h 21
A Date With Darkness PodcastFighting the Energy Vampires, Featuring Dr. Christiane Northrup, MD A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Christiane Northrup, MD OB/GYN and author of Dodging Energy Vampires joins us today to help us understand why we feel drained by the energy that certain people bring to relationships. According to Dr. Northrup, stress from those who continue to challenge our boundaries and drain our emotional health, also cause us to be physically sick. She also shares her personal s...
2020-01-211h 00
A Date With Darkness PodcastStop the Fatness: How Fat Phobia, Fat Shaming, and Societal Narcissism Cause Body Image Hatred, Featuring Sonalee Rashatwar, LCSW, MEd. A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. *Please note: Information provided on this episode are educational information and suggestions. They may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. Joining us on the couch today, is Sonalee Rashatwar, LCSW, MEd who is also known as the ever popular Fat Sex Therapist on Instagram. Sonalee a...
2020-01-1557 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastThoughtful Reflections on A Father's Beliefs About His Daughter's Virginity, Featuring Dr. Donna Oriowo, PhD A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Donna Oriowo, PhD. a sex therapist and owner of A Nod In the Right Direction psychotherapy. Dr. Donna Oriowo and I discuss the infamous T.I. interview in which the rapper discussed going with his daughter to her yearly gynecology appointment to insure her virginity. We explored the implications of the statements that he m...
2019-11-1346 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastListener Question #1: Tips for How to Co-Parent with a Narcissist A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma. In this episode, I provided tips and suggestions to a listener's question about how to co-parent with a narcissistic ex. If you are just tuning in for the first time, I clarify how important it is not to pathologize or diagnose the other parent without being well-informed. Being able to normalize your emotions, decompress, find emotional support, and making efforts to inform y...
2019-10-2922 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastConfession #6: Living With Parental Incest, Featuring Nancy Allen A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Nancy Allen, host of the podcast Tail of The Bell joins us today to share her personal story of being sexually abused by her father. Nancy explains how difficult it was to be taken from her family, placed in the system, and be treated as though she was the one who did something wrong. She discusses the impact that parental incest...
2019-10-221h 03
A Date With Darkness PodcastUnderstanding Narcissism From the Perspective of a Narcissist: Featuring HG Tudor A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Author HG Tudor joins us on the couch today to discuss his perspective on narcissism. HG Tudor has written several books on narcissism which specifically address what narcissism is, how to figure out if the person that you are in a relationship with is a narcissist, and why narcissists do what they do in relationships. HG Tudor also shared why he...
2019-10-081h 00
A Date With Darkness PodcastTaking a Closer Look at Suicide and Self-Harm: Featuring Dr. Meagann Houston-Bright, LP A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Meagan Houston-Bright, PhD is a police psychologist based out of Houston, TX; who specializes in working with those who struggle with suicide and self-harm. Today, she joins us to explain how the difference between suicide, self-harm, suicidal gestures, and morbid ideations. She discusses the importance of taking threats seriously. Lastly, we discuss the impact of the threat of self-harm on...
2019-08-2057 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastConfession #5: Mr. and Mrs. X's Fight Againt the Financially Abusive Ex A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Mr. & Mrs. X discuss their personal experience in dealing with Mrs. X's ex, who refuses to keep stable employment and prefers for her to financially support his lifestyle. We discuss red flags in the beginning of the relationship as well as cultural beliefs of Mrs. X that caused her to stay in the relationship and refrain from discussing the problems in...
2019-08-151h 28
A Date With Darkness PodcastRestoring Your Personal Energy, Featuring Brandi Lewis, LPC A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Brandi Lewis, LPC owner and director of Reach Counseling Solutions LLC in Charlotte, NC joins us in a candid discussion about her work with survivors of abuse. Joy and personal energy can be completely depleted from us when we are caught in relationships that are abusive. Without realizing it, we carry negative energy with us from relationship to relationship - which...
2019-07-231h 00
A Date With Darkness PodcastLearning to Heal From Narcissistic Abuse and the Nice Girl Syndrome, Featuring Beverly Engel, LMFT A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Author and psychotherapist Beverly Engel, LMFT joins us today, to discuss her experience in working with abuse victims. Beverly has been in practice for over 40 years and has written over 23 books about abuse. She joins us today to discuss her recently released books, and offers suggestions on how abuse impacts us, when our trauma becomes pathological, and why self-compassion is so...
2019-07-161h 08
A Date With Darkness PodcastThe Highly Sensitive Person: Featuring Patricia Winkler-Young LCSW A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Patricia Young LCSW joins us today to discuss what it means to be a highly sensitive person. Highly sensitive people are more receptive to the surroundings and because of this - can be the subject of scrutiny from toxic people. Patricia helps us to understand how we can determine whether we are highly sensitive, and how you can utilize your sensitivity...
2019-06-1859 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastFatherless Daughters: Finding Inner Peace on Father's Day and BeyondA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Today's podcast is dedicated to women who have lost their fathers. This podcast reflects on the types of loss, the impact of losing a father, and how to cope with the loss of your father. Resources/References: The Fatherless Daughter Project: Understanding Our Losses and Reclaiming Our Lives, by Denna Babul and Karin Luise On G...
2019-06-161h 08
A Date With Darkness PodcastInner Bonding: Featuring Dr. Maurgaret Paul, PhD. A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Margaret Paul, Phd joins us to discuss inner bonding, a self-healing technique used to conquer feelings of shame and abandonment. Dr. Paul tells us the importance of bonding with ourselves and connecting our feelings and how our ability to do so impacts both our lifestyle and our ability to connect with others. She shares the steps of inner bonding, and d...
2019-06-111h 02
A Date With Darkness PodcastExploring the Relational Concerns of Single Parent Homes: Featuring Dr. Earl Turner, Phd A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Earl Turner, Phd joins us to discuss his research on single-parent homes, how oppositional behaviors develop in children, and how parents select role models for appropriate behaviors in relationships. Also, he discussed the impact that the quality of the parents relationship have on the children. He surprisingly revealed that concerns with opposite sex role models are not as common. We...
2019-06-0456 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastCouples Counseling Dilemma: Exploring Counseling When Your Partner is Narcissistic: Featuring Ernesto Segismundo, LMFT A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Ernesto Segismundo Jr., LMFT and owner of CAV Family Therapy joins us on the couch today and discusses the ever popular question: should you explore couples counseling if your partner is narcissistic? Ernesto discusses how he works with couples when one partner is narcissistic, using positive psychology treatment modality. He also explains the spectrum of narcissism, and when therapy for the...
2019-05-2854 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastCoping With Your Pain on Mother's Day A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. This episode is dedicated to those who don't have a relationship with their mother, or their relationship with their mother is toxic. I discuss how to cope with the pain of Mother's Day. We review several basic and advanced coping skills for dealing with the pain that arises on this day. Email questions/comments to adatewithdarkness@gmail.com Visit t...
2019-05-1228 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastRelationships vs Situationships: Signs That Yours Teen's Relationship is Unhealthy: Featuring Marline Francois-Madden, LCSW A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Marline Francois-Madden, LCSW joins us on the couch today and she discusses the importance of parents educating their teenagers about healthy and abusive relationships. Marline discusses why parents should be involved in their child's dating life, recognize the signs of violence with their teen, and also offers her perspective on what healthy boundaries look like between parents and teenagers. C...
2019-04-2359 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastHow Describing Black Girls "Fast" and "Grown" Does More Harm Than Good: Featuring Jaynay Johnson LMFT A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Jaynay Johnson, LMFT owner of Teen Talk Therapy joins us on the couch to discuss her passion for working with teenage girls of color. Jaynay discusses the importance of spending quality time with teenage girls and discussing relationships and feelings that young girls can experience while dating. More importantly, Jaynay educates on why calling young black girls "fast" and "grown" for...
2019-04-1750 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastHow to Start Dating Again After Leaving a Toxic Relationship: Featuring Marquita Johnson, LPC A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Marquita Johnson, LPC and owner of Millennial Dating Coach joins us on the couch today to discuss how we can get ourselves back into the dating pool after leaving an emotionally unhealthy relationship. Marquita discusses manifesting, and how the energy you put out into the universe will draw in a partner. She gives us the breakdown on dating sites and apps...
2019-04-091h 03
A Date With Darkness PodcastUnderstanding the Impact of Codependency in Relationships: Featuring Sharon Martin, LCSW A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Sharon Martin, LCSW and I have a much needed chat on codependency. Ms. Martin, spends a lot of time writing about and discussing codependency and offers a refreshing perspective on why codependency teaches us valuable lessons. Books: Codependency No More by Melody Beattie Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristen N...
2019-03-2656 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastMaking Self-Love and Self-Validation a Priority For Yourself: Featuring Ms. Zeahlot Lopez, LMFT, LPCC A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Today's episode features Zeahlot Lopez, LMFT, LPCC who is the owner of Vida Therapy in California. I had a lot of fun talking with her about how we can and should love and validate ourselves before entering any relationships. Ms. Lopez provides excellent tips and suggestions on small ways we can regularly show ourselves love! She elaborates on why loving on...
2019-03-1942 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastNarcissism in Black Gay Men: Featuring Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter, PhD. A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in California. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Jonathan Lassiter, PhD., who is a scholarly author, professor, and private practice owner joins us today on the couch. Dr. Lassiter, discusses the evolution and causes of narcissism in gay black men. He also offers an engaging dialogue on how society can help address some of the struggles in the black same sex same gender loving community. Resources:
2019-03-041h 05
A Date With Darkness PodcastHow The Power of Non-Sexual Touch Can Help Manage Our Emotions, Featuring Shayla Tumbling, LPC-A A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Shayla Tumbling, MS, LPC-A and I discuss how non-platonic touch can help with regulating your emotions and mood. She discusses her experience as a professional cuddler and how she teach people how to touch her and themselves in a non-sexual manner. We explore how platonic touch aides in helping us have healthier relationships. Resources Mentioned:
2019-01-2258 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastUnderstanding Why the Non-Narcissistic Parent is Falsely Accused of Being the Bad Parent, Featuring Dr. Carmen Roman, PhD. A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. I am joined by Dr. Carmen Roman, PhD., who is the host of Emotions In Harmony Podcast, and who also specializes in working with Latino families who have experienced trauma. Dr. Carmen discusses how a narcissistic parent influences the family dynamics. A phenomenon develops where the non-narcissistic parent is neglected and seen as the bad guy through the e...
2019-01-1557 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastThe Love Junkie: Understanding Love Addiction, Intimacy Disorders, and Sexual Anorexia, featuring Shena Tubbs, LPCA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Shena Tubbs, LPC, CSAT-C, trauma recovery coach, host of the Love Junkie podcast, and owner of Black Girls Heal in Houston, TX joins us today to discuss love addiction, problems with intimacy, and sexual anorexia. Shena Tubbs specializes in working with African American women and helping them understand how their early childhood experiences have shaped their ideas about love...
2019-01-071h 08
A Date With Darkness PodcastHealing the Broken Spirit: Reflections of How Sexual Assault Affects Women of Color A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. In this discussion, I invited guest Babita Spinelli, a licensed psychoanalyst in NY/NJ who specializes in treating women of color who have suffered childhood sexual assault. Babita and I discuss the importance of addressing the cultural differences in women of color who are survivors of sexual assault in their community. She discusses the extra barriers that women...
2018-10-2452 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastSnooping On Your Ex's Social Media Account: Exploring The Need to Keep Tabs A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Social Media Week, Episode 2. I am joined by Audrey Townsel, LP and owner of Calyx Psychological Services in Tennessee. We continue discussing reasons why folks can't let go and continue to spy on their ex's social media accounts after a breakup. Dr. Townsel also provides tips on how to know when our spying becomes pathological, when to get h...
2018-10-1458 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastSpying On Your Ex on Social Media After A Break-upA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Social Media Week, Episode #1. In this solocast, I discuss some of the reasons that one will spy on their ex on social media after a break-up. After a break-up, we are compelled to see how our ex is doing and if they have moved on, and who they have moved on with. I list out the reasons why...
2018-10-0840 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastUncovering the Sexual Abuse Occurring in the Military, Featuring Dr. Tanisha RangerA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Tanisha Ranger, Licensed Psychologist and owner of Insight to Action private practice joins us today to talk about sexually abusive behavior which occurs towards our men and women in the military. Dr. Ranger specializes in working with sexual addition and with military personnel. She enlightens us on how sexually inappropriate acts occur, fail to be reported, and a...
2018-06-1859 minA Date With Darkness PodcastIt Takes a Village: How Reduction in Parental Shame Can Protect Our ChildrenA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. On today's episode, Mercedes Samudio, LCSW, Parent Coach, and owner of Shame Proof Parenting discusses how support and empathy can help to reduce parental frustration. She expresses concern about how our society can cause increased parental stress by giving unwarranted criticism which may ultimately contribute to parents taking out their frustrations on their children. To Connect w...
2018-06-0657 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastConfession #4: My Breakup Experience and Heartache featuring AvalauraA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd., LPCC, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Avalaura, LGSW; owner of Avalaura's Healing Center discussed her personal experience with a painful breakup. She provided insight about signs and feelings that we should pay attention to within ourselves when our relationships are unhealthy, dysfunctional, and no longer serve a purpose. To connect with Avalaura, please visit: http://www.avalaura.com Email questions...
2018-05-2850 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastDr. Natalie Jones, PsyD., LPCCA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LPCC; a psychotherapist in Oakland and Sacramento CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of abuse dynamics and healing from relationship trauma. Dr. Joy Harden Bradford PhD, the creator of Therapy For Black Girls podcast and private practice joins us today to discuss the Pain associated with breakups and why it can be difficult to move on. Dr. Harden Bradford offers tips on how to cope with a loss of a love, and get back to feeling whole again. T...
2018-05-1855 minA Date With Darkness PodcastFinding the Inner Strength to Survive Sex Work A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abused and how to heal from relationship trauma. Arnitta Holliman, LPC discusses the background and the abusive turmoil that women who are in the sex trade endure. The struggle that the women often endure includes homelessness, abuse, abandonment, as well as difficulty having their basic needs met. She describes the process of helping the women find resources, in addition to helping them address their mental health issues.
2018-04-181h 01A Date With Darkness PodcastConfession #3: Normalizing and Using Violence As A Law Enforcement Officer with Kareem Puranda A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abused and how to heal from relationship trauma. Confession #3. Kareem Puranda, LPC and owner of Self Talk Counseling and Consulting in Charlotte, NC discusses growing up in a violent environment in NY, and how that experience influenced his experience as a law enforcement officer in the Salisbury PD. Kareem also discusses the pivotal moment in his law enforcement career in which violence escalated, was caught on film...
2018-03-2659 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastUnderstanding and Healing From Psychological Abuse A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abused and how to heal from relationship trauma. Psychological abuse is a component of all abusive relationships, especially relationships with a narcissist. Julie Clockston, LCSW is the owner of Julie Clockston Counseling in Aurora, CO and specializes in working with women who are healing from psychological abuse. Julie discusses psychological abuse that we experience in relationships with narcissists, and how we can heal from the cycle of...
2018-03-2555 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastConfession #2: How Joshua Shea's Sexual Addiction Got the Best of HimA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abused and how to heal from relationship trauma. This is confession #2, with Joshua Shea, a writer, who was a publisher of a lifestyle magazine, creator of a film festival in Maine, and was a politician got himself into hot water when he convinced a teenager to commit a sex act via webcam. Mr. Shea described himself as a narcissist, who struggled with bipolar disorder and addictions, which...
2018-03-111h 07A Date With Darkness PodcastAnxious In Love: How to Stop Our Insecurities From Ruining Our Relationships A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abusive and hurtful relationships and how to heal from the trauma. Dr. Alicia Hodge, PsyD who is in private practice in VA, and specializes in treating obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, and rigid thinking using cognitive behavior therapy joins us today to discuss how our anxiety can cause unhealthy relationships .She enlightens us on how overthinking can actually be detrimental and sabotage the health...
2018-03-0758 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastConfession #1: Struggles with Substance Abuse and Abandonment in the Family A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abusive and hurtful relationships and how to heal from them. This is the first episode in which a guest shares their personal story about struggling and healing from abandonment and substance abuse in her family. Charnessa Pleasant, LCSW explores how her ups and downs have shaped her journey as a therapist. To connect with Charnessa, please email thehealingcollab@gmail.com facebook.com/thehealingcollaborativepllc
2018-02-2059 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastUnderstanding and Dealing With Toxic Anger and RageA Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abusive and hurtful relationships and how to heal from them. Patrice N. Douglas, MFTI, Certified Anger Management Specialist and I sit down to have a chat about the function of anger and how it can help or hurt us. Patrice and I discuss cultural hot topics such as the angry black woman and the angry family. She also shares tips and tools about anger that is out...
2018-02-101h 05
A Date With Darkness PodcastRediscovering Your Sexual Health A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abusive and hurtful relationships and how to heal from them. Chasity Chandler, LMHC, ICADC, CST, CDWF, MCAP discusses the importance of understanding and having discussions about how sexual health. Her candid conversation explains why not having conversations about sexual health can lead to feelings of shame and guilt. To connect with Ms. Chasity Chandler please visit her website http://www.centerforsexualhealthandwellness.com Questions/co...
2018-02-041h 06
A Date With Darkness PodcastStop the People Pleasing and Teach People How to Respect Your Boundaries A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abusive and hurtful relationships and how to heal from them. In this episode, Latasha Matthews, LPC and I have a candid discussion about boundaries. Latasha is the owner of Illumination Counseling and Coaching and she explains what boundaries are, why they are needed for self-preservation, and ways to protect ourselves without feeling guilty. Lack of boundaries and the inability to say no can lead to destructive relationships. ...
2018-01-2154 min
A Date With Darkness PodcastMediation, Reviving, and Thriving After Divorce A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a licensed psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abusive and hurtful relationships. The 1st episode of season 2! In this episode we discuss divorce and the impact that it has on the family. My guest Ms. Chaute Thompson, LMHC, wears many hats as a RESET and Divorce Mindfulness Coach, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, and Parenting Coordinator. Chaute discusses the change that happens as a family goes through a divorce, as well as how w...
2018-01-211h 07
A Date With Darkness PodcastWelcome and IntroductionA Date With Darkness Podcast, hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, LPCC. Dr. Jones is a licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones as she discusses the effects of abuse and learning how to heal from relationship trauma. In this podcast episode, Dr. Jones discussed the passion behind her work and the podcast, narcissism and abusive personalities, and the inspiration and the meaning of the logo. If you want to find out more information or connect with Dr. Jones, please go to adatewithdarkness.com Email: adatewithdarkness@gmail.com. T...
2017-08-0622 min