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Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsCreating & Celebrating Traditions - Dr Ray & Jean LIVE From Ireland Ep 298: Creating & Celebrating Traditions - Dr Ray & Jean LIVE From Ireland - 26th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY TRIP - #podcast about #love #marriage #relationships by #relationshipexperts #DrRayandJean w/ 2024-02-1523 min
Famous Interviews with Joe DiminoPower Couple & Couples Therapists Dr. Ray & Jean KadkhodaianWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Power Couple & Couples Therapists Dr. Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian .. They have been married since Valentine's Day in 1998, and in 2002, they CoFounded the Lighthouse Emotional Wellness Center, a successful counseling center in the Chicagoland area. After working with thousands of couples, they created and perfected a unique approach to coach couples to have amazing relationships, called Couples Synergy. Dr. Ray & Jean both have Master's degrees in Clinical Psychology, and Dr. Ray has an additional doctorate in Clinical Psychology. They are CoHosts of...2023-11-0830 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsDr Ray and Jeans 25th Anniversary Episode VALENTINES EPISODE: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by relationship experts Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we broadcast Live from Costa Rica celebrating our 25th Anniversary Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2023-02-2021 min
Intentional GuyEpisode 49 On Air with Dr Ray & Jean KadkhodaianPower couple, Dr. Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian have been married since Valentine's Day in 1998, and in 2002, they CoFounded the Lighthouse Emotional Wellness Center, a successful counseling center in the Chicagoland area. After working with thousands of couples, they created and perfected a unique approach to coach couples to have amazing relationships, called Couples Synergy. Dr. Ray & Jean both have Master's degrees in Clinical Psychology, and Dr. Ray has an additional doctorate in Clinical Psychology. They are Cohosts of their own podcast called, Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories, and coauthored a book entitled, "Good Boundaries-Great Relationships" They have two grown...2022-12-1452 min
The Hustle Less Profit More Podcast11. Myth: You can't prioritize your personal relationships and grow a successful business feat. Dr Ray & Jean KadkhodaianIn this episode, I had the honour of speaking with Power-Couple, Dr. Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian, both have Master's degrees in Clinical Psychology, and Dr. Ray has an additional doctorate in Clinical Psychology. They CoFounded the Lighthouse Emotional Wellness Center, a successful counselling center in the Chicagoland area. After working with thousands of couples, they created and perfected a unique approach to coach couples to have amazing relationships, called Couples Synergy. They are CoHosts of their own podcast, Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories, and coauthored the book "Good Boundaries-Great Relationships.”.
In this episode, we explore the challenges of...2022-08-0246 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsTake the Leap and Chase Your Dreams TogetherDR RAY AND JEAN SAY GOODBYE TO CHICAGO: In this special podcast episode about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we talk with Maira & Gabe about reaching for your dreams and not letting fear prevent you from growing together. Dr. Ray and Jean talk about their personal decision to take the leap and pursue their dreams together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more...2022-04-1932 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships3 Reasons Why Relationships Dont Come NaturallyIT DOESN'T JUST CLICK: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we debunk the myth that relationships should be easy and just come "naturally". Dr Ray & Jean give 3 reasons why couples need to work at a relationship especially with how different our world is today Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at...2022-03-2134 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsThe Art of Writing Love LettersDR RAY & JEAN GET PERSONAL: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we share excerpts of our own love letters from the past and talk about why letter writing is important for couples, the psychology behind it and how to be successful sharing with your partner. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online...2021-09-2732 min
BlikeU Self-Improvement PodcastCouples Synergy with Dr. Ray & Jean KadkhodaianDo you ever wonder what healthy sexual development looks like in a long-term relationship? Should I be scheduling sex with my partner? Or what does healthy conflict in a relationship look like?
Join us on this week's episode with Couples Synergy Doctors Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian who specialize in marriage counseling and therapy. These two aren’t your typical therapists. They push through gender biases by working with couples separately and together to resolve issues developmentally. If you find yourself asking “how can I fix my relationship?” Look no further.
Couples Synergy teaches couples...2021-07-0659 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships8 Reasons Why Marriage Counseling Doesn't WorkFACTORS THAT LEAD TO FAILURE IN MARRIAGE COUNSELING: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we discuss the problems with marriage counseling. Having conducted marriage counseling for over 20 years, Dr. Ray & Jean talk about the problems with the field and what couples need to know when seeking guidance for their marriage. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information...2021-07-0541 min
Strong Business Stronger MarriageGood Boundaries, Great Relationships, Couples Synergy with Dr. Ray & Jean KadkhodaianToday on Strong Business Stronger Marriage we have a treat in store for you.Having helped thousands of couples for more than 20 years transform their relationships and marriages, Dr. Ray & Jean have unlocked the secrets to creating and maintaining a healthy and loving relationship with a committed partner. They share their knowledge and experience with couples all over the world through their own podcast and coaching program.Dr. Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian have been married since Valentine's Day in 1998, and in 2002, they CoFounded the Lighthouse Emotional Wellness Center, a successful counseling center in the Chicagoland area...2021-06-1135 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWhat is Relationship Photography & How Can It Help Your Relationship?INTERVIEW WITH ST RAPPAPORT: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview ST Rappaport about Relationship Photography, what it is and how she uses it to help couples enhance their relationship. For more info about ST Rappaport: https://lifepixrelationships.com Dr. Ray & Jean's local photographer in Chicago: https://mairaochoaphotography.com/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For...2021-05-2441 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow 2 Actors Put a Little Comedy Into Their Marriage - Greg & KristieGREG & KRISTIE'S STORY: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples. In this episode we interview actor, comedian & podcast host, Greg Ott and his wife & actor, Kristi, about how a little humor goes a long way in their marriage. You can hear Greg's show called, The Latest by Greg Ott here: https://www.latestpod.com/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For...2021-03-0139 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow to Turn Around Your Marriage in One WeekendGIVE IT ONE WEEKEND: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples. In this episode we discuss why it is important for couples to invest time and energy into their relationship even if it is over one weekend. Learn how. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2021-02-2231 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsMONEY! Get on the Same Page With Your Finances - Feat. Financial Advisors Tim & FaithMARRIAGE & MONEY: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples. In this episode we interview two financial advisors about what couples should know about their money. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2021-02-1558 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsOur Past Wounds Almost Ended Our Marriage - Javier & ChristinaJAVIER & CHRISTINA'S STORY: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples. Coauthors of the book, Boundless Love, Javier & Christina talk about how they navigated anxiety, depression and deep seated anger from their past that almost cost their marriage. For more info about Javier & Christina and their book: https://boundlesslove.us/book/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples...2021-02-081h 03
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsTen Reasons Why Porn Isn't Real and Why It Can Destroy Your RelationshipPORN IS NOT REAL: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples about how pornography isn't real and how it can ruin your relationship. To view the podcast, visit our YouTube page at: Couples Synergy YouTube channel Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2021-02-0148 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsRedefining Divorce Without Stigma - Feat. TEDx Speaker, Christian FamilyDIVORCE WITHOUT STIGMA: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples as they interview T E D X speaker, Christian Family, about how she helps people remove the negative stigma from divorce. As an attorney and someone who experienced divorce herself, she realized that if a marriage ends, the transition is not easy and not just a legal one. For more information about Christian Family visit: christianfamilyspeaks.com Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would...2021-01-2548 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWhy Growing Together is Important for CouplesGROW TOGETHER OR GROW APART: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples about how emotional growth is necessary for all of us and even more important for couples to grow together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2021-01-1850 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsOur Daughter's Tragedy Strengthend Our Marriage in the End - Tiffany & BrandonTIFFANY & BRANDON'S STORY: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples. Learn about Brazyl, Tiffany & Brandon's daughter & the accident that changed all their lives. To find out more about their organization helping families during post traumatic times, click on their link: https://dreamsafe.org/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2021-01-111h 02
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWeird Things To Do To Your Partner When You're AngryUSING HUMOR IN CONFLICT: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples about how you can enact change in your conflict pattern. Don't get stuck in how you fight with your spouse, use weird things to spark humor in your conflict. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2021-01-0429 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsEnd 2020 With Rituals and Create Opportunities in Your RelationshipsLETS DITCH 2020: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples about how to end 2020 in the best way possible and welcome the opportunities of 2021. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-12-3145 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWe've Put Everything Into Making This Work - Latisha & AkidaLATISHA & AKIDA'S STORY: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples. Latisha & Akida were interviewed about how they came from unhealthy relationships to making this one work. For more information about Latisha's podcast: https://www.bossladiespodcast.com/ For more information about the work that Latisha & Akida do: https://www.facebook.com/CouplesConnected/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more...2020-12-2858 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsShe saved me in more ways than I could’ve ever saved her - Jim & GinaJIM & GINA'S STORY: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples interviewing Jim & Gina about how he came out of 2 divorces with 2 children, a big age gap and was able to create a successful relationship with Gina. When he met her, he told her that he "didn't look good on paper". Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look...2020-12-2152 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow to Choose the Right Therapist or Coach for Your RelationshipWHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A THERAPIST OR COACH: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples about how to choose the right relationship therapist or relationship coach. What you should look for and what questions you should ask to make the right decision for your relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at...2020-12-1421 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHe is Better in Our Lives Than Without - Feat. author Sofia HusnainINTERVIEW WITH AUTHOR SOFIA HUSNAIN: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples. They interview Sofia about her arranged marriage, her upbringing in Pakistan and about her work with health and wellness coaching Sofia Husnain is courageously transparent in this interview and discusses her family of origin and the circumstances that led her to an arranged marriage, her lack of a strong male caregiver growing up and her current work with women in her organization, Women Disrupted. Learn more about Sofia Husnain and her upcoming event on: 2020-12-0742 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWhat Couples Should Know About Emotional PainEMOTIONAL PAIN IN RELATIONSHIPS: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples about how emotional pain shows up in marriage and what to do about it. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-11-3033 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsExciting Anniversary Episode with Dr. Ray and JeanHAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY & HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about the development of Couples Synergy over the past year and their work with couples and relationships. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-07-0420 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsAre Couples Still Married in Heaven? - Sheri Jewel, Medium & PsychicMEDIUM ON RELATIONSHIPS AFTER DEATH: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview medium & psychic, Sheri Jewel about how she became a medium & what the spirit world says about relationships. To contact Sheri: https://sherithemedium.com/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-02-171h 00
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWe Can't Teach It, If We Don't Live It - Dr. Ray & JeanDR. RAY & JEAN'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, are interviewed about their relationship as a celebration of their 22nd Wedding Anniversary. The tables are turned and on the eve of their Anniversary, Dr. Ray & Jean bring on close family members and friends to ask them the tough questions about their own relationship. Tune in to hear their own personal story. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more...2020-02-132h 10
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsThe Do's and Don'ts of Date Night With Your PartnerDATE NIGHT DO'S AND DON'TS: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, talk about date night and how couples can do it right and avoid problems from arising. Check out the checklist on how to make date night enjoyable with your partner and see where you might be going wrong. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-02-1032 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsTwo People Living One Life For Over 62 Years - Sue & MarvinSUE & MARVIN'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, interview Sue & Marvin about their long lasting marriage and how they made it work over 62 years together. Warning: Because of the technological challenges we encountered with them, our virtual interview sounded choppy. We, however, decided to still include their interview because of their story. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up...2020-02-0647 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow Nutritional Health Affects Relationship Health - feat. Annette Presley, Licensed DietitianHEALTHY BODY, HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, interview Annette Presley, licensed dietitian & nutritionist about how our physical health affects our relationship. She discusses where we go wrong in our dietary selections and how couples can make healthier choices together. You can contact her by visiting her website: https://getpregnantplan.com Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up...2020-02-0338 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow We Grew Beyond the Religion That Controlled Us - Marni & SteveMARNI & STEVE'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean interview Marni & Steve about how they both grew up in a religion that controlled their lives & how their relationship evolved beyond it. They talk about how having a limited exposure & strict rules impacted their growth personally & and as a couple. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-01-3058 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships3 Factors That Cause Relationship Breakdown3 THINGS THAT BREAKDOWN RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean discuss the 3 factors that they feel lead to a relationship breakdown. Dr Ray & Jean discuss how a lack of communication, lack of emotional investment & trying to live up to unrealistic expectations, affects relationships today. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-01-2737 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsMarried to a Musician - Gina & LeoGINA & LEO'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, interview Gina Gonzalez & her husband Leo about how maintain a marriage with two different lifestyles. She's a musician playing gigs on her own and with Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band and Leo has a longstanding career with UPS. How do they make it work? Check out Gina Gonzalez's work at: http://www.ginagonzalez.com/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact...2020-01-231h 17
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow to Maintain Connection Even While ApartHOW DO YOU CONNECT WITH YOUR PARTNER WHEN APART: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, talk about how to stay connected with your partner even if you have to be away from each other. Even if you are physically separated as in the example of traveling for work, quality time is still extremely important for a couples relationship. Here are ways that you can maintain that connection. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at...2020-01-2041 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsA Modern Day Arranged Marriage - Arbin & XhezideARBIN & XHEZIDE'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Arbin & Xhezide about their arranged marriage & the culture & community behind this tradition. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-01-161h 04
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsArranged Marriages Versus Love MarriagesWHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ARRANGED MARRIAGES & LOVE MARRIAGES: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, discuss these two marriage structures and their differences. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-01-1341 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsIf You See Something You Want, Just Go For It - Gerry & LindaGERRY & LINDA'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, interview Gerry & Linda about how they wasted no time in achieving the goal of a committed relationship and were married within 11 months of meeting each other. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-01-091h 05
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsRing in 2020 With Successful Relationship GoalsBE A SUCCESS TOGETHER IN 2020: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, talk about setting goals in the new year & how to be successful at it as a couple. As a couple, set your mission, vision & values together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-01-0630 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsFinding Forgiveness Amongst Cancer & Divorce - TheresaTHERESA'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Theresa about how she learned about forgiveness through her battle with cancer & divorce. Battling stage 4 cancer twice & facing an unsupportive husband & subsequent divorce, caused Theresa to find a level of peace within herself. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2020-01-021h 23
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsThe Importance of Forgiveness in Our RelationshipsCLOSING OUT 2019 WITH FORGIVENESS: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, talk about the importance of forgiveness & how it can heal you & your relationships. They discuss the impact that holding onto anger & resentments has on all of us, physically, mentally, emotionally & spiritually. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-12-3025 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWe Were Surviving & Not Thriving - Yvonne & HenryYVONNE & HENRY'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Yvonne & Henry about going through financial ruin, homelessness & cancer & how they survived & how it impacted their relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-12-261h 15
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHoliday Stress & Family Relationships & How Not to Fall ApartDON'T LET THE STRESS OF THE HOLIDAYS GET THE BEST OF YOU: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, talk about stress related to the holiday season & how it impacts relationships all around & what you can do about it. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-12-2328 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWe Are One Happy Blended Family - Anne & BrianANNE & BRIAN'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Anne & Brian, along with Anne's son, Kyle, about how they became a blended family. Brian & Kyle talk about their step-relationship & how they forged a bond together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-12-191h 07
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow Your Family Can Benefit From Family CounselingFAMILY SYNERGY THERAPY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, discuss family counseling & the elements necessary for it to be beneficial. They talk about Family Synergy Therapy, a model created by them to address each member of the family and heal the family as a whole. For more information about FST, visit the Lighthouse Emotional Wellness Center online at https://www.lighthouseemotionalwellness.com Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more...2019-12-1626 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsFinding Love Online - A Modern Day Romance - Britt & BrianBRITT & BRIAN'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, interview Britt & Brian about how they met online & how what they learned from past relationships helped them find love in each other. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-12-121h 06
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow Shadow Coaching Can Heal Trauma From Past RelationshipsINTERVIEW WITH SHADOW COACH MARY SZENASI: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Mary Szenasi about Shadow Coaching & how she works with trauma. She discusses how she works with clients helping them heal past childhood traumas utilizing shadow integration. You can learn more about Mary by visiting her online at: http://www.the6thhouse.com/ She is also offering 20% off her initial session for all of our listeners if you use the promo code: CouplesSynergy52 Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or...2019-12-0944 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsDual Income, No Kids...Just Kidding - Steve & AngSTEVE & ANG'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray & Jean, interview Steve & Ang, about how their lives took an unexpected turn finding themselves pregnant later in their marriage. They talk about the challenges they faced of running a business together, how intimacy and conflict was a challenge at one point in their marriage and how they are facing the fact of being parents. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more...2019-12-0553 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsSex & Intimacy - The Topic No One Wants to Talk About But Everyone Wants to Hear AboutPHYSICAL & EMOTIONAL INTIMACY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, tackle the big topic of intimacy. They talk about physical and emotional intimacy and reference what they have learned in their own relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-12-0229 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWorking Mom & Stay At Home Dad...How It Works For Us - Dave & AmandaDAVE & AMANDA'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Dave & Amanda about how they formed unconventional roles in their relationship & its impact on their lives. They also talk about raising kids with special needs and how their roles have helped. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-11-281h 07
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsYoga & Acupuncture Can Benefit Your RelationshipRELATIONSHIPS CAN BENEFIT FROM YOGA & ACUPUNCTURE: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Yoga Mentor/Chinese medicine practitioner, Anne Adametz, about how the practice of yoga integrated with acupuncture can help not only individual health but also relationship health. For more information about Anne and her work, check out her website at: https://anneadametz.com Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look...2019-11-2540 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsIt's About Honesty & the Little Things That Matter - John & DebbieJOHN & DEBBIE'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview John & Debbie about how communication & honesty helped them get through difficult times in their family. A loving couple married over 44 years share their advice on how to have a healthy relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-11-2158 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsNumber 1 Issue Couples Complain About - CommunicationHOW COMMUNICATION IS A PROBLEM IN RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean discuss how & why relationships struggle with communication. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-11-1831 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWe Are Sexual Abuse Thrivers - Mary & ClaudiuMARY & CLAUDIU'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Mary & Claudiu about being sexual abuse survivors, how they met & how their traumas impact their relationship, as well as how they have helped each other heal. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-11-141h 27
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsPTSD, Suicide & the Effects of Combat on Relationships - Jim (USMC)VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE PT 2: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Jim, a former Marine & combat veteran about the signs of PTSD & suicide, about his service and the impact that combat has had on his life & relationships. For those Vets that may be struggling, contact the Veterans Crisis Line by calling or text: Dial 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 to talk to someone. Send a text message to 838255 Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at co...2019-11-1157 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsSurvivors Guilt & the Impact on Relationships - Aaron (US ARMY)VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE PT 1: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Aaron, former combat veteran about Survivors Guilt, his service and the impact that combat has had on his relationships. For those Vets that may be struggling, contact the Veterans Crisis Line by calling or text: Dial 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 to talk to someone. Send a text message to 838255 Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about...2019-11-1134 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships"Cop Couples Put the FUN in Dysfunctional" - Mike & TeresaMIKE & TERESA'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Mike & Teresa, two police officers who talk about mistakes in past relationships & how they make it work together on & off the job. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-11-071h 13
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsThe 7 Blue Flags of a Dying RelationshipYOUR RELATIONSHIP IS DYING IF IT HAS THESE 7 BLUE FLAGS: Couples therapy & relationships expert, Dr. Ray & Jean follow up discussing blue flags in relationships and how this indicates a dying relationship. These blue flags are: 1) Keeping secrets; 2) Not sharing your whereabouts; 3) Not sharing passwords or allowing your partner access to your phone, email, social media or finances; 5) Living in a sexless marriage; 6) Tracking your partner; 7) Getting your emotional needs met by someone outside of your primary relationship such as a parent, child or friend. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If...2019-11-0434 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsI Was Able to Find Love After My Husband Died - JoyceJOYCE'S STORY - Couples therapy & relationships expert, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Jean's mother, Joyce, about the loss of her husband of 38 years & how she was able to find love again. Joyce talks about what it was like raising 9 children with her husband, how she coped with his terminal illness, & how she approached dating & finding a new husband after his passing. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples...2019-10-3125 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsAt the Hour of Our Death, It's Our Relationships That MatterRELATIONSHIPS ARE ALL THAT MATTER IN THE END: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, tackle the topic of death and how our relationships are intertwined. They discuss their own personal experiences with death and why relationships are all that matter when we face our own mortality. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-10-2847 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsSpending Time as a Couple Helps Us Have a Better Family - Charles & MonishaCOUPLE TIME IS DIFFERENT THAN FAMILY TIME: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Charles & Monisha about how they spend time together as a couple & how it helps them have a stronger family. They discuss the challenges they faced with Charles grieving over the death of his mother and how they both handled failed infertility treatments. They also talk about how they found the love of traveling together and how separating time as a couple versus time with their children has strengthened their marriage. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review...2019-10-241h 06
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsGet Bored Together#GETBOREDTOGETHER: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean talk about how couples need to get bored together in order to remove distractions & spark creativity in their relationship. The couples experts talk about bringing spontaneity, passion and excitement back into a relationship and how to do just that. It just might mean that you first have to get bored! Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look...2019-10-2144 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsEverything is Going to be Okay - Jim & JanJIM & JAN'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Jim & Jan about how their relationship developed against all odds, how they dealt with infertility & adoption, & how their spirituality is helping them through a major health crisis in their lives. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-10-171h 18
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsSpirituality & its Role in RelationshipsCOMMON SPIRITUAL BELIEFS ARE IMPORTANT FOR COUPLES: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian, talk about the difference between spirituality & religion & how having common spiritual beliefs are essential to a couple's relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-10-1454 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWe Met Online, But Online Almost Broke Us - Josh & StephanieJOSH & STEPHANIE'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr Ray & Jean interview Josh & Stephanie about how their relationship started online and how the internet and technology created challenges in their relationship that they had to overcome. They discuss how they made a decision about not having children, how they coped with the loss of their fathers and how they dealt with inappropriate attention given elsewhere than the relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact...2019-10-101h 34
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsStop Phubbing Your RelationshipATTENTION IS OUR #1 COMMODITY IN RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr Ray & Jean, talk about attention and the important role it plays in our relationships & why it is even harder than ever to pay attention to our partner, especially with all the distraction we have in our lives. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-10-0736 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsPerceptions in Love Are More Than Skin Deep - Paul & FaithPAUL & FAITH'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview tattoo artists, Paul & Faith about how they have dealt with perception in their relationship. They discuss how they have had to manage their own perceptions of each other and the perceptions of others throughout their relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-10-031h 36
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsPeople Will Always Have an Opinion About You & Your RelationshipPERCEPTION & OTHERS' OPINIONS: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, discuss the topic of perception & how it plays out in relationships between each person in the couple & everyone else in their lives. They talk about what to expect in regards to the opinions of others & how to change your own perception in order to learn & grow. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up...2019-09-3039 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsOur Age Difference Made Us Better Together - Angela & ChuckANGELA & CHUCK'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview Angela & Chuck about how their relationship developed and how their age difference was a positive factor in their relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-09-261h 13
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsDo Opposites Attract? Or is it Like Attracts Like?OPPOSITES ATTRACT OR LIKE ATTRACTS LIKE?: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean talk about whether "opposites attract" or if it is actually that certain similarities in people attract each other, otherwise known as "like attracts like", and the role that differences play in relationships. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-09-2333 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsBridging the Gap Between Our Differences - Ben & KristenBEN & KRISTEN'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Ben & Kristen about the challenging differences that existed between the two of them in their relationship including cultural & religious differences and how they dealt with them. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-09-191h 06
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWhy You Shouldn't Compromise in Your RelationshipCOMPROMISE ISN'T WHAT YOU THINK IT IS: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean discuss what the word compromise means to most couples and what it should really mean in a healthy relationship. Couples need to take the time to understand each other in order to truly meet each other's needs. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-09-1637 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsThe Balancing Act Between a Warrior & a Hippie - Aaron & MonyaAARON & MONYA'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview stunt performer & aerialist, Aaron & Monya about their very different upbringings, how they found each other and how they make it work in their relationship together, especially when dealing with conflict. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-09-121h 22
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsIs Fighting Healthy or Unhealthy in a Relationship?WHEN YOU ARGUE WITH YOUR PARTNER, IS IT HEALTHY OR UNHEALTHY?: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, discuss the elements of conflict in relationships and what couples should be aware of when they are fighting. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-09-0936 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWe Made it to the Brink & Back - Daren & Caryn, featuring Mike & BethDAREN & CARYN'S STORY, ALSO FEATURING MIKE & BETH'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview first Daren & Caryn about all the trials and Red Flags they endured in their relationship & how they survived, & then interview Mike & Beth about how they faced a miscarriage together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-09-052h 01
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsThe 4 Red Flags in a RelationshipFOUR RED FLAGS IN RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, speak about four red flags that indicate you are in a toxic relationship. Addiction, Abuse, Infidelity & Contempt can all indicate that you are in a toxic relationship that needs to be addressed right away. If you are in need of help for an addiction, please contact SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) In the case of an abusive relationship, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment...2019-09-0231 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsSingle Men Talk About Dating - Eddie, Dan & KyleTHREE SINGLE MEN FROM DIFFERENT GENERATIONS TALK ABOUT DATING: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview three single men about their experiences with dating in today's world. They talk about topics such as how dating has changed over the years, how dating online or dating apps have impacted dating, and what they are looking for in a relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy...2019-08-291h 00
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsSingle Women Talk About Dating - Betsy & RachelTWO SINGLE WOMEN FROM DIFFERENT GENERATIONS TALK ABOUT DATING: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean, interview a panel of two women from two different generations about their experiences with dating in today's world. They talk about topics such as online dating, expectations on the first date, how dating has changed over the years, and what they are looking for in a partner. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more...2019-08-291h 12
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsOvercoming Anxiety in DatingANXIETY IN DATING: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean are interviewed by Angela Zender, host of Butterflies in My Stomach Podcast about how anxiety impacts dating in today's society. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com 2019-08-2639 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsGay & Engaged - Ronnie & TreyRONNIE & TREY'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr Ray & Jean interview Ronnie & Trey about their relationship, coming out and reactions they have received from others about being gay. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-08-2244 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsGay Relationships in Couples TherapyGAY RELATIONSHIPS IN COUPLES THERAPY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr Ray & Jean discuss observations they have had conducting couples therapy with gay couples. They discuss the concept of "gender energy" and how this becomes prominent when working with gay couples. Citations made of the following authors: Way of the Superior Man by David Deida Morning & Afternoon of Life, a Carl Jung concept discussed by Wayne Dyer in the Shift Five A's, by David Richo: Affection Attention Acceptance Appreciation Allowing to become Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us...2019-08-1938 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsFear of Commitment - Scott & TanyaSCOTT & TANYA'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr Ray & Jean talk with Scott & Tanya about their relationship and how a fear of commitment impacted moving forward in their lives together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-08-151h 00
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsTrends in Marriage Today & Commitment IssuesMARRIAGE TRENDS & COMMITMENT ISSUES: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr Ray & Jean talk about some of the current marriage trends in society, cohabitation & why couples have commitment fears. Statistics about generational trends and 10 reasons why millennials shy away from commitment quoted from the article: Why Most Millennials Want A Relationship But Not Commitment? By Mihaela Olaru 10 Reasons Why Millennials Run Away From Commitment: Lack of a solid economic foundation Selfishness Wide Acceptance of Pre-marital Sex Sexual Inactivity Favoring More Options Taking Things Slow Fear of Divorce Lack of Trust Lack of Religious and Social Constraints...2019-08-1232 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsBreaking the Family Curse - Luke & AshleyLUKE & ASHLEY'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Luke & Ashley about how they both came from two different family backgrounds and found love in each other. Luke & Ashley talk about how differences in religious beliefs & family history were challenges early on in their relationship and how Luke wanted to "break the family curse" of divorce. To reach Ashley for personal training, you can email her at: info.ashleykfitness@gmail.com Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to...2019-08-081h 01
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsAre You the White Sheep of the Family?WHITE SHEEP OF THE FAMILY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr Ray & Jean talk about their concept of the "white sheep of the family" and how that role corresponds with Murray Bowen's theory of Differentiation. Each generation "levels up" from the previous one, however doesn't differentiate very much, except for outliers, or the white sheep of the family. This member of the family often grows far beyond their family in many different areas of life whether it is career, education, financial success, emotional or intellectual intelligence. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review...2019-08-0538 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsOur Journey Through Infertility & Adoption - Erica & BrianINTERVIEW WITH ERICA & BRIAN: Dr. Ray & Jean, couples therapy & relationship experts, interview Erica & Brian about their journey through infertility & adoption, the ups, the downs, the challenges & the joyful events they faced and how all of it impacted their relationship & marriage. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-08-0158 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsInfertility & Its Impact on MarriageHOW INFERTILITY CAN NEGATIVELY AFFECT YOUR MARRIAGE: Dr. Ray & Jean, couples therapy & relationship experts discuss the negative impact that infertility can have on a married couple & what couples struggling through this can do to improve their relationship. Infertility statistics quoted from: "12 Mind-Blowing Stats Everyone Should Know About Infertility", by Sahaj Kohli 60 percent of couples will conceive without medical assistance, one in eight couples are struggling with infertility issues. 7.4 Million women between 15-44 in the United States have difficulty getting and staying pregnant. The average cost of a single cycle of IVF in the United States is $12,400 20...2019-07-2918 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsSurviving an Affair - Jim & VeraJIM & VERA'S STORY: Dr. Ray & Jean, couples therapy & relationship experts, interview Jim & Vera about an affair that occurred in their marriage and how Couples Synergy helped them recover from the trauma and pain it caused. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com2019-07-2556 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWhat if Your Partner Cheats?HOW TO RECOVER FROM AN AFFAIR: Dr. Ray & Jean, couples therapy & relationship experts discuss infidelity and what each partner in the relationship should and shouldn't do. They talk about the importance of couples therapy and the considerations each partner in the relationship need to prioritize in order to heal the trauma. According to Wendy Wang, director of research at the Institute for Family Studies, in the article, Who Cheats More? The Demographics of Infidelity in America "men are more likely than women to cheat: 20% of men and 13% of women reported that they’ve ha...2019-07-2230 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsCare & Feeding of a Relationship: Bob & DebBOB & DEB'S STORY: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Bob & Deb about the yellow flags, or warning signs, that occurred in their previous marriages and how they learned through Couples Synergy not to repeat the same mistakes in their relationship together. They affectionately refer to these efforts as the care and feeding of a relationship. They discuss how they went from toxic relationships to creating the relationship they've always dreamed of with the partner they fell in love with. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions...2019-07-181h 24
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships3 Yellow Flags in Marriage3 WARNING SIGNS, OR "YELLOW FLAGS" IN A MARRIAGE: In Episode 8, Dr. Ray & Jean, couples therapy & relationship experts discuss 3 distinct warning signs, or "yellow flags" that can signify future problems in a marriage. These signs can indicate that a marriage is heading into murky or choppy waters and can be subtle occurring over time. In their experience of working with thousands of couples, marriages and relationships, these "yellow flags" develop due to extraneous factors, life transitions and life stressors, and are not malicious in nature. The 3 Yellow Flags in a marriage are: Lack of Quality Time Not sleeping in...2019-07-1526 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsFinding Love After Divorce - Cris & LeslieCRIS & LESLIE'S STORY: Dr. Ray & Jean, couples therapy & relationships experts, interview Cris & Leslie about each of their previous divorces and how they were able to move past the pain and find a new love in each other. They also talk about struggling with a serious health concern early on in their relationship and how it affected their new bond together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples...2019-07-111h 17
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsLegalities of Divorce - Attorney Larry ManassaINTERVIEW W/ DIVORCE ATTORNEY LARRY MANASSA: Couples therapy & relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Larry Manassa with Manassa Law about the current legal trends in divorce, what people should be aware of when looking for an attorney and how to minimize the negative impact of divorce. To reach Larry Manassa, visit his website at https://manassalaw.com/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy...2019-07-0853 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsDivorce - An Opportunity for GrowthWHAT CAN YOU LEARN FROM YOUR DIVORCE?: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean discuss the topic of divorce and offer advice they have from their experiences helping couples transition through divorce. Do we believe in divorce and what is the role of Couples Synergy in divorce? The importance of the divorce process Rahe Stress Scale The effects on children of divorce The 1 year plan and the intention of dating after divorce Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as...2019-07-0830 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsFalling in Love & Falling into Life - Julie & CharlieJULIE & CHARLIE'S STORY OF LOVE, LIFE & BUSINESS: In Ep. 4, couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean interview Julie and Charlie, owners of Muscle Activation in Schaumburg, and CoHosts of the "Exercise is Health" podcast, where they talk about how they navigated a long distance relationship before deciding to have a committed relationship and start a business together starting their careers. They speak about what it is like to be couple entrepreneurs, how they deal with conflict, what are some of their unwritten rules in their relationship, and how they handle challenges together. To find out more about...2019-07-041h 13
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHow Your Career Affects Your RelationshipsSOLO EARNER? DUAL INCOME? HOW YOUR CAREER AFFECTS YOUR RELATIONSHIP: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean discuss the different career structures within a relationship and the considerations couples must make as it relates to their relationship. The three types of entrepreneurial couple structures come from a book entitled, "Entrepreneural Couples" by Kathy Marshack: couplepreneurs – couples who have a business together solo entrepreneurs who have a supportive spouse dual entrepreneurial couple Census Beureau estimates 14 million solo entrepreneurs without employees, with a large number of these estimated to be run by husband and wives So...2019-07-0435 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships3 Ways to Improve Your Relationship Right NowRIGHT NOW DO 3 THINGS & IMPROVE YOUR RELATIONSHIP: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian give their three tips that can immediately shift your relationship for the better. 1. Do something new and thrilling together Couples who experience something thrilling together create a bond that releases sexual attraction neurotransmitters What we know about human beings is that when we share a heart pounding experience together, we bond, and in the case of couples, it can create sexual attraction - The mountain between us (2017) about a male doctor and female writer that get stranded in the mountains after...2019-07-0428 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsWhat is Couples Synergy?ALL ABOUT LOVE, MARRIAGE & RELATIONSHIPS: Learn about relationships as we discuss topics such as communication, conflict, infertility, adoption, parenting, blended families, divorce, sex, infidelity, pornography, dating and commitment. In this first episode, co-hosts, couples therapy and relationship experts, Dr. Ray & Jean Kadkhodaian, talk about their own marriage, why their passion has been conducting couples therapy for over 15 years, why they started the podcast, and their dream to transform relationships as we know it. Formal launch is on July 4, 2019, with three initial episodes. On July 8, 2019, two more episodes will be released, with one more episode released...2019-06-0316 min