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Dr. Ray And Jean Kadkhodaian: Love
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Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Falling in Love Again With Your Spouse - The 5 T's Needed to Rekindle Love in a Marriage That Has Gone Cold
Ep 304: Falling in Love Again With Your Spouse - The 5 T's Needed to Rekindle Love in a Marriage That Has Gone Cold - #podcast about #love, #marriage & #relationships by #relationshipexperts #DrRayandJean offering
2024-04-02
28 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
The "Golden Dating Doctors" on Senior Relationships & Finding Love & Hope After Loss
Ep 299: The "Golden Dating Doctors" on Senior Relationships & Finding Love & Hope After Loss - #DRGLORIAHORSELY & #DRFRANKPOWERS - #podcast on #love #marriage & #relationships by #relationshipexperts #DrRayandJean w/ #relationshipadvice for #couples, we talk about #seniorrelationships & #loveafterloss https://datingdoctors.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.com
2024-02-20
53 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Creating & 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/
2024-02-15
23 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Spice Up Your Love Recipe: Cooking Together for a Thriving Marriage - Toni & Raf
TONI & RAF'S STORY: #podcast on #love #marriage & #relationships w/ #relationshipexperts #DrRayandJean w/ #relationshipadvice for #couples we talk w/ Chef Raf & his wife Toni about spicing up your marriage in the kitchen Learn more about Chef Raf at https://chefrafaelgonzalez.com/ Offer for Couples Synergy audience: https://chefrafaelgonzalez.com/date-night 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...
2023-09-19
1h 05
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Love in Uniform - Supporting Military Relationships - feat. Elizabeth Polinsky
HELPING THOSE WHO SERVE: #podcast on #love #marriage & #relationships by #relationshipexperts #DrRayandJean w/ #relationshipadvice for #couples, we talk with #therapist, #ElizabethPolinsky about her work with #militarycouples 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
2023-07-31
35 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Dr 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.com
2023-02-20
21 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
We're Two Different People Who Fell in Love With the Same Man - Adeeb & Samantha
SAM & ADEEB'S STORY: a podcast about love, marriage & relationships by relationship experts Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we talk with Adeeb & Samantha about how being a widow 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.com
2022-12-27
56 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Finding Love Outside the Box - Susie & Wayne
SUSIE & WAYNE'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview Susie & Wayne about how their unconventional relationship broke all the rules finding love outside the box Click Here to learn more about Susie and her book, Freed From Stuck 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
2022-10-10
1h 02
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
The Three Elements of Love
THE ART OF LOVING: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we talk about concepts of love from Erich Fromm's book, The Art of Loving, and the three elements necessary for love 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
2022-07-18
30 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Love Conquered Ego - Andre & Nancy
ANDRE AND NANCY'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview Andre and Nancy about how dance conquered ego in solidifying 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.com To learn more About Andre and Nacy, visit: https://www.projectequinox.net/ Please subscribe to our...
2022-05-16
57 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Take the Leap and Chase Your Dreams Together
DR 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...
2022-04-19
32 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
3 Reasons Why Relationships Dont Come Naturally
IT 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...
2022-03-21
34 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Our Go-Giver Secrets on Marriage - Feat. coauthors Ana & John Mann
In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview coauthors Ana & John Mann about how their relationship led them to uncover the "5 secrets to lasting love" and write the book, The Go-Giver Marriage To preorder a copy, visit: https://gogivermarriage.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.com
2022-02-14
54 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Love Breaks All The Rules - Frank & Patti
FRANK & PATTI'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview Frank & Patti about how their unconventional relationship flourished against all odds 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
2022-01-03
54 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
The Art of Writing Love Letters
DR 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...
2021-09-27
32 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
The Courage To Love Again - Tony & Cindy
TONY & CINDY'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview Tony & Cindy about how through their friendship and support for one another, they were able to find love in each other again and have the opportunity to heal from their past traumas. 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...
2021-09-20
1h 13
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
8 Reasons Why Marriage Counseling Doesn't Work
FACTORS 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...
2021-07-05
41 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
What 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...
2021-05-24
41 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Our Past Wounds Almost Ended Our Marriage - Javier & Christina
JAVIER & 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...
2021-02-08
1h 03
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
She saved me in more ways than I could’ve ever saved her - Jim & Gina
JIM & 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...
2020-12-21
52 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How to Choose the Right Therapist or Coach for Your Relationship
WHAT 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...
2020-12-14
21 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
He is Better in Our Lives Than Without - Feat. author Sofia Husnain
INTERVIEW 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:
2020-12-07
42 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
What Couples Should Know About Emotional Pain
EMOTIONAL 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.com
2020-11-30
33 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
The Doctors Didn't Believe Us - Mitch & Katie
MITCH & KATIE'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Mitch & Katie about how they worked together when both kids were diagnosed with autoimmune disorders. They talk about their relationship and how these stressors put a strain on their marriage. To complicate matters, the medical community didn't believe 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.com
2020-11-23
50 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Listen to This to Prevent Regression in Your Relationship
STOP REGRESSION FROM HAPPENING: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean discuss the concept of regression in relationships and how to prevent it from happening. How do you stop sliding backwards? How do you ensure that the two of you continue growing together? Learn about the signs to look for that your relationship is regressing. 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...
2020-11-16
27 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Despite Our Different Views on Marriage, We Made it Work For Us - Heather & Josh
HEATHER & JOSH'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Heather and Josh about how they had to relearn what marriage was for them and discard what they had learned from their parents' marriages. Too often couples have to teach each other about how to have a healthy marriage despite the dysfunctional messages they learned growing up. 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...
2020-11-09
57 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Our Love Follows Us Everywhere in the World - Yulia & Paul
YULIA & PAUL'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Yulia & Paul and how their love blossomed across the world and continues to follow them no matter where they are. They discuss how they uprooted their lives and moved to other countries where they didn't speak the language and how they raise their daughter moving from one country to another. 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...
2020-11-02
57 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Why Get Married? Marriage, Cohabitation and Monogamy
MARRIAGE, COHABITATION & MONOGAMY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, discuss the differences in a marriage relationship versus a cohabitation relationship and tackle the topic of monogamy. 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
2020-10-26
45 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Raising Special Needs Twins & How We Did it Together - Ari & Leslie
ARI & LESLIE'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Ari & Leslie about their experience in raising twins with special needs and how they had to come together to do 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.com
2020-10-19
1h 21
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
We Cut Out Toxic People in Our Life and Found Each Other - Greg & Italia
GREG & ITALIA'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Greg (who was featured on an episode of Shark Tank) & his wife Italia about how they finally removed themselves from toxic relationships and learned how to have a healthy relationship with each other. Check out Greg's product featured on Shark Tank: https://www.terracorefitness.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 S...
2020-10-12
1h 04
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How Social Media is Ruining Relationships
COMMENTARY ON SOCIAL DILEMMA: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, comment on the Netfilx movie, Social Dilemma, and how it provides evidence of relationship erosion 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
2020-10-05
45 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Sex, What's Normal & What's Not - feat. Certified Sex Therapist, Dr. Laurie Watson
ASK A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Dr. Laurie Watson about her work as a sex therapist and her perspective on the struggles couples face to maintain sexual health. Check out her podcast: Foreplay Radio 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
2020-09-28
53 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Entrepreneurs on Fire in Business & in Life - John Lee Dumas & Kate Erickson
EOFIRE JOHN & KATE'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview John Lee Dumas & Kate Erickson about their life and business together. They talk about the challenges running a successful business together and how it effects their relationship together. Watch their episode on our YouTube Channel John Lee Dumas is the host of Entrepreneurs on Fire, an award winning podcast where he interviews inspiring Entrepreneurs who are truly ON FIRE. With over 2000 episodes, 1 million + listens a month, and seven-figures of annual revenue, JLD is just getting started. Visit EOFire.com to set...
2020-09-21
21 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How Raising a Special Need Child Can Be Challenging for a Couple - feat. Hila Maydar
PARENTING A SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD: Couples and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Hila Maydar about her upbringing in Israel, her experience with a special needs brother and child and how she helps couples challenged with special needs children. 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
2020-09-14
47 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
10 Facets of Synergy in Relationships
10 FACETS OF SYNERGY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about the different facets in a relationship and how to reach Synergy 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.com
2020-09-07
41 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Food, Sex, CBD and Intimacy - feat. Top Chef Guest Renee Kelly
HOW FOOD & SEX RELATE TO INTIMACY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Top Chef Guest Renee Kelly about her new product & how it helps couples with sexual intimacy. Check out her products! 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
2020-08-31
51 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Why Taking Risks Together Helps You Thrive Together
HAPPY COUPLES TAKE RISKS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about taking risks in your relationship both experiential & emotional and how that helps you thrive 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.com
2020-08-24
27 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Dance Therapy Treated My Trauma & Healed My Marriage - Orit & Aaron
ORIT & AARON'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean interview Orit and how she applied dance therapy to her past trauma saving her marriage with Aaron. To learn more about Orit's trauma work, visit her at: https://oritkrug.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.com
2020-08-17
1h 07
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How I Started a New Chapter in My Life After My Divorce - feat. Talk Show Host, Dana Michelle
TALK SHOW HOST CANDID ON RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Dana Michelle, host of the TV & Radio talk show, Dana Being Dana, about how she started a new chapter in her life after her divorce and what she has learned about relationships along the way. You can see where to tune into her show by visiting: https://www.danabeingdana.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...
2020-08-10
46 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
What Is Emotional First Aid & How Do You Apply It In Your Relationship?
EMOTIONAL 1ST AID FOR YOUR RELATIONSHIP: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about how to apply emotional first aid for yourself and 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 at Couplessynergy.com
2020-08-03
17 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Learning How to Love in the Land Down Under - Ari & Julie
ARI & JULIE'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Ari & Julie from Australia about how they taught each other how to have a healthy marriage. Coming from divorced families, they had to learn how to move through the difficult stages of a marriage 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.com
2020-07-27
59 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Learn These 4 Tenants to Navigating Change Together
NAVIGATE CHANGE IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about the 4 important tenants to handling change in 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 Couplessynergy.com
2020-07-20
27 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
A German Girl and a Jewish Boy Tell Their Love Story - Stefanie & Michael
STEFANIE & MICHAEL'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview a couple about how he met her in Germany, how they created a life together in America and despite their differences, grew together through different stages of 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.com
2020-07-13
56 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
It Sounds So Simple But This Is Why Dinner Together Is So Important
TABLE FOR TWO: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean talk about why having dinner together is so vital for your relationship and how it actually improves your brain. 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
2020-07-06
23 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Exciting Anniversary Episode with Dr. Ray and Jean
HAPPY 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.com
2020-07-04
20 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Choosing Not To Settle Down Works For Us - Joe & Rosalinda
JOE & ROSALINDA'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Joe & Rosalinda about how moving around in life without settling down suits their lifestyle and 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.com
2020-07-02
44 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Signs Your Relationship Needs Help
HOW TO TELL IF YOU NEED HELP: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about the signs that indicate when to seek help for your relationship as well as what questions you should be asking a possible counselor or coach. 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
2020-06-29
34 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
We Couldn’t Run Away, So We Had To Make It Work Together - Isabel & Vanessa
ISABEL & VANESSA'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Isabel & Vanessa about how their journey to Asia together forced them to create Synergy together in their relationship & business. 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
2020-06-25
58 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Is Father’s Day Really Worth Celebrating? Find Out Why It Is
FATHERS DAY EPISODE: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about the celebration of Father's Day and why the role is important in parenting and the guidance of generations to come. 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
2020-06-22
31 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How We Survived Caregiver Fatigue Together - Len & Millie
LEN & MILLIE'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Len & Millie about how they made it through being caregivers to Millie's parents at the same time as caring for their daughter who struggled with leukemia. 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
2020-06-18
55 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Post Quarantine, Have You Felt Tired After Socializing? This Is Why You Feel That Way
RAPID STIMULI ADJUSTMENT FATIGUE: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, discuss the new phenomenon occurring when socializing after the quarantine due to COVID-19. 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
2020-06-15
30 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Bullying Almost Killed Me - feat. Kristin Decker
I SURVIVED BULLYING: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Kristin Decker about her experience with bullying growing up and how it led her to help others going through the same experiences. To contact Kristin: https://www.kdmotivates.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.com
2020-06-11
45 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Bullying, Racism, Sexism & Relationships
HOW RELATIONSHIPS ARE AFFECTED BY BULLYING, RACISM & SEXISM: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, discuss the very topics challenging our world today and how it affects their relationship and those of others. 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
2020-06-08
32 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Polyamory, Where Do We Draw The Lines? - Joel & Christina
JOEL & CHRISTINA'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview a polyamorous couple about what polyamory is about and how they navigate obstacles 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.com
2020-06-04
1h 03
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Find Out If You Have a Transactional Relationship & What To Do About It
WHAT IS A TRANSACTIONAL RELATIONSHIP?: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about what transactional relationships are and what to do about it if you are in one. 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
2020-06-01
27 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
9-11 Pentagon Attack Survivor & Leadership in Relationships - feat. Lt. Col. Ryan Yantis, ret.
LEADERSHIP IN RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Lt. Col. Ryan Yantis about his experience in the Pentagon attack and where leadership fits in relationships. To contact Ryan Yantis: https://silverleaflc.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.com
2020-05-28
1h 22
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
A Memorial Day Tribute From a Vietnam Vet - Rich Antti
RICH ANTTI'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Vietnam Veteran, Rich Antti, about his experience in Vietnam in memory of those who didn't come home. Rich discusses how Vietnam affected him and his relationships as well as his struggles with PTSD, and pays tribute to the brothers in arms he lost along the way. Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-8255 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...
2020-05-25
1h 10
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
The Truth About Hormones - feat. Dr. Gagnon & Adam Weldzius, N.P.
HORMONAL HEALTH IN MEN & WOMEN: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview a medical doctor, Dr. Gail Gagnon, & nurse practitioner, Adam Weldzius, NP, about what hormonal health really means and how it affects men and women and their relationships. To contact Dr. Gagnon: https://drgailgagnon.com/contact/ To contact Adam Weldzius: https://www.menshealthchicago.com/contactus 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...
2020-05-21
54 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How Stress Affects Your Relationship and What To Do About It
ONGOING STRESS & YOUR RELATIONSHIP: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, discuss the impact that long-term stress has on a person and their relationship. Especially during quarantine, understand how to combat ongoing stress and become closer 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 at Couplessynergy.com
2020-05-18
28 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
I Survived COVID-19 and He Was My Rock Through It All - Candice & Al
CANDICE & AL'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr Ray and Jean, interview Candice about her experience with COVID-19 and how her husband helped her through her recovery. 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
2020-05-14
53 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How to Heal After a Pregnancy Loss - feat. Kimberlee Klein
PREGNANCY LOSS RECOVERY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Kimberlee Klein about how couples can heal after a pregnancy loss and the challenges they face. To contact Kimberlee: http://www.theunforgottenones.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.com
2020-05-11
41 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Learning How to Date Up & Find the One - Stephanie & David
STEPHANIE & DAVID'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Stephanie & David about how their relationship developed and what they learned from past dysfunctional relationships and how they learned to date up. To learn more about Stephanie & David: https://www.beinglovedshouldnthurt.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.com
2020-05-07
1h 04
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Can Learning to Dance Together Help Your Relationship?
DANCE LESSONS CAN IMPROVE YOUR BOND: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview two dance instructors about how dance can be another way to improve your relationship. Cam and Amy of the Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Schaumburg, IL, talk about dancing as partners and instructing couples together. If you mention Couples Synergy, you can receive a free introductory dance lesson: https://www.schaumburgarthurmurray.com/ Go to their Facebook page to participate in their dance challenge: https://www.facebook.com/amschaumburg Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a...
2020-05-04
35 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
After 25 Years of Marriage He Told Me He Was Gay - Maureen
MAUREEN'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Maureen about her marriage and what happened after her husband told her that he was 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.com
2020-04-30
1h 09
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Finding Forgiveness For Those Who Have Hurt You (Part 2)
FORGIVENESS & RESENTMENTS IN RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk more about the topic of forgiveness and resentments in relationships and how the process is important for overall healing. 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
2020-04-27
41 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Finding Love On the Other Side of the World - Lawrence & Noreen
LAWRENCE & NOREEN'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Lawrence and Noreen about how they came from two very different worlds and cultures and how they came together in 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.com
2020-04-23
1h 17
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
What You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Relationship While on Lockdown
LOCKDOWN RELATIONSHIP TIPS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr Ray and Jean, talk about the challenges couples are under while in lockdown and what they can do about it right now to improve 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.com
2020-04-20
32 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
The Impact of Money & Our World on the Mondern, Millennial Couple - Dan & Caitlin
DAN & CAITLIN'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr Ray and Jean, interview Dan & Caitlin about the decisions they have made in their relationship & how money & our world have been factors in a growing trend among millennials 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.com
2020-04-16
1h 05
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Have You Thought of Buying a Home Together? It Might Be Easier Than You Think Right Now - feat. Joanna White
COVID 19 HOME BUYING TIPS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr Ray and Jean, interview loan officer, Joanna White, about what couples should know about buying a home together right now during this health crisis. She talks about young couples, couples going through divorce and couples considering refinance options. To contact Joanna: https://www.mykeymortgage.com/joanna-white/ 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...
2020-04-13
37 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How Sex in Media Impacts Young Dating Couples - Tegan & Liam
TEGAN & LIAM'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr Ray and Jean, interview Tegan & Liam about how couples their age approach dating and how sex portrayed in the media influence young couples 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.com
2020-04-09
1h 32
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How to Find Balance With Social Media in Your Relationship
HOW SOCIAL MEDIA CAUSES PROBLEMS AND HOW TO FIX THEM: Couples therapy & relationships experts, Dr Ray and Jean, talk about social media's pros and cons & what to do about them and how to find a healthy balance in 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 Couplessynergy.com
2020-04-06
41 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
One Sober Decision Led to Years of Happiness - Eric & Wendy
ERIC & WENDY'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Eric and Wendy about how alcohol almost cost their marriage and how sobriety has helped them have a committed, loving and happy 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.com
2020-04-03
49 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How Being in Quarantine Impacts Addiction and Relationships
ADDICTION & RELATIONSHIPS IN QUARANTINE: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, discuss addiction and this current health crisis and how relationships are impacted being in quarantine. This podcast covers what you can do if you are in recovery and how you can support 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.com
2020-03-30
28 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Addiction, Prison and a Stroke and How Our Faith Endured - Pastor Mark & Lisa
PASTOR MARK & LISA'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Pastor Mark & Lisa about the trials & tribulations they went through in their marriage & how faith got them through. 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
2020-03-26
1h 20
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
How to Survive Quarantine Together Without Killing Each Other
COVID-19 LOCKDOWN TIPS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about the current pandemic crisis we are all facing and what you can do in lockdown together and avoid divorce in the process. Mentioned in the podcast: Muscle Activation Schaumburg: http://www.matschaumburg.com/ Copper Fiddle Distillery: https://copperfiddledistillery.com/ Chicagoland Musicians Facebook Live Broadcast Calendar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/717837232266404/ Gina Gonzalez: https://www.facebook.com/ginagonzalezmusic/ Lighthouse Emotional Wellness Center: https://lighthouseemotionalwellness.com/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave...
2020-03-23
35 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
My Search For Christopher On The Other Side - With Author, Joe McQuillen
JOE MCQUILLEN TELLS HIS SON'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr Ray and Jean, interview author, Joe McQuillen about his son, Christopher, his life, his death and his life on the other side. The relationship bond between a father and son continues on beyond death. You can contact Joe by visiting his website: https://mysearchforchristopher.home.blog/ 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...
2020-03-19
1h 14
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Why We Need Grief in Our Relationships
GRIEF & LOSS & WHY IT'S IMPORTANT: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about why grief is needed in our relationships and the important role it plays 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.com
2020-03-16
33 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
From What We Learned to Something Better - Gabe & Maira
GABE & MAIRA'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Gabe & Maira about how they met and how they took their relationship to a whole new level from what they were taught by their cultural background and their upbringing. To get in touch with Gabe: http://www.mindflixfilms.com/ To get in touch with Maira: 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...
2020-03-12
59 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Applying Choice Theory to Parenting & Families - feat. Kim Olver
CHOICE THEORY & A HEALTHY FAMILY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Kim Olver, counselor, speaker and author, about Choice theory and how it applies to parenting and family relationships. To learn more about Kim, you can visit her website: https://therelationshipcenter.biz/ 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
2020-03-09
47 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Married, Gay and the Roles We Play - Tim & Chau
TIM & CHAU'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, interview Tim & Chau about their relationship, how they came out and how they balance the different roles 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.com
2020-03-05
59 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Importance of Personal Time in Your Relationship
HOW TO BALANCE ME TIME WITH COUPLE TIME: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about personal time and why it is important for the health of a relationship and how to balance it with couple time. 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
2020-03-02
30 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Stepparents Step In and Step Up - Nikki and Andrew
NIKKI & ANDREW'S STORY: Couples therapy and relationships experts Dr. Ray and Jean interview Nikki & Andrew about how they came together & how Nikki accepted the role of a stepmother in Andrew's daughter's life 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
2020-02-27
1h 08
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Is Your Spouse Funny Enough to Keep You Together?
HUMOR IS IMPORTANT IN RELATIONSHIPS: Couples therapy and relationships experts, Dr. Ray and Jean, talk about humor and the important role it plays in a couple's relationship and how it influences sexual desire and attractiveness as well as impact whether a couple stays together or not. References: Gil Greengross, Ph.D., How Humor Can Change Your Relationship in Psychology Today Ziv, A. (1988). Humor's role in married life. Humor: International Journal of Humor Research Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions...
2020-02-24
45 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Impact of Suicide on the Family Left Behind - In memory of Cpl Patrick O'Reilly
FAMILY OF PATRICK O'REILLY TALK ABOUT HIS LIFE: Couples therapy and relationships experts Dr Ray and Jean, interview Chris, James and Amanda about their son, brother and brother-in-law and how his life and death continues to impact them. If you are contemplating suicide, contact this number immediately: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 22 Warriors Foundation - https://www.22warriors.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 C...
2020-02-20
1h 30
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
We Can't Teach It, If We Don't Live It - Dr. Ray & Jean
DR. 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...
2020-02-13
2h 10
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
3 Factors That Cause Relationship Breakdown
3 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.com
2020-01-27
37 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Arranged Marriages Versus Love Marriages
WHAT'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.com
2020-01-13
41 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Finding Love Online - A Modern Day Romance - Britt & Brian
BRITT & 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.com
2019-12-12
1h 06
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
I Was Able to Find Love After My Husband Died - Joyce
JOYCE'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...
2019-10-31
25 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Spending Time as a Couple Helps Us Have a Better Family - Charles & Monisha
COUPLE 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...
2019-10-24
1h 06
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Spirituality & its Role in Relationships
COMMON 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.com
2019-10-14
54 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Perceptions in Love Are More Than Skin Deep - Paul & Faith
PAUL & 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.com
2019-10-03
1h 36
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Trends in Marriage Today & Commitment Issues
MARRIAGE 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...
2019-08-12
32 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Breaking the Family Curse - Luke & Ashley
LUKE & 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...
2019-08-08
1h 01
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
What 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...
2019-07-22
30 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Care & Feeding of a Relationship: Bob & Deb
BOB & 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...
2019-07-18
1h 24
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Finding Love After Divorce - Cris & Leslie
CRIS & 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...
2019-07-11
1h 17
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
Falling in Love & Falling into Life - Julie & Charlie
JULIE & 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...
2019-07-04
1h 13
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
3 Ways to Improve Your Relationship Right Now
RIGHT 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...
2019-07-04
28 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real Relationships
What 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...
2019-06-03
16 min