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LOVELINKEp 73 — Yaron Schwartzman, LMSW — Uncoupling with IntentionIn this episode, Modern Mind therapist Tess Hochberger talks with fellow therapist Yaron Schwartzman about divorce, conscious uncoupling, and co-parenting through a thoughtful, humane lens. Drawing on both professional and personal experience, they explore why divorce is often seen as failure, how conflict can escalate, and what it looks like to slow things down and lead with care, especially for the sake of children. This episode is for anyone navigating separation, co-parenting, or supporting families through uncoupling, and offers a grounded reminder that while relationships may end, responsibility, care, and connection don’t have to.LOVELINK is ho...
2026-01-2343 min
LOVELINKEp 72 — Niké Dixon, MSW — The Invisible Architecture of LoveIn this episode, our newest Modern Mind therapist, Niké Dixon, sits down with Modern Mind therapist Lydia Duquette to take over the LOVELINK podcast to explore the question: “What shapes how we show up in love and relationships?”Niké has a strong interest in how people relate to one another and how social and cultural influences quietly shape the ways we think, feel, and connect.Her therapeutic approach integrates psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and other evidence-based modalities, creating space to explore the deeper roots of one’s experiences while building practical strategies that foster growth, resilience, and mean...
2025-12-1251 min
LOVELINKEp 71 — Fred Wistow — Why People Find Their Way to FredFred Wistow has spent a lifetime listening, guiding, and helping people see themselves more clearly. Writers, artists, and executives have turned to him again and again for his rare blend of honesty, humor, and care. In this reflective conversation, he shares what he’s learned about listening deeply, showing up for others, and the simple power of human connection.LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. If you’d like to contact us directly, send us an email to info@modernmind.co.
2025-11-2847 min
LOVELINKEp 70 — Alisha Bennett, LCSW — The Myth of the Lucky AdopteeIn this moving conversation, we speak with Alisha, a therapist and Korean adoptee, about her lifelong search for identity and home. She shares the story of being adopted from Korea as an infant, growing up in a small Midwestern town, reuniting with her birth mother in her thirties, and navigating motherhood herself. We explore the myths of adoption, the grief that lives in the body, and what it means to come into community and consciousness as an adult adoptee.You can learn more about Alisha Bennett here. We also recommend this Frontline documentary, “South Korea’s Adoption Reck...
2025-11-1447 min
LOVELINKEp 69 — Jean Kilbourne — How the Media Objectifies and Erases WomenJean Kilbourne joins us to discuss the damaging messages media and advertising send about women’s bodies, the impact of social media, and how older women are rendered invisible in our culture. She reflects on decades of advocacy, shares what’s changed and what hasn’t, and offers hope for a future where women are valued for more than their appearance. For more information about Jean Kilbourne and her work, please visit her website and the National Women’s Hall of Fame.LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. If you’d like to co...
2025-08-2952 min
LOVELINKEp 68 — Chloé Bringmann — Let the Village Play RhythmGuest host Lydia Duquette welcomes Modern Mind therapist Chloé Bringmann for a lively Lovelink episode on how weaving friendship into daily life revives play, desire, and genuine connection in long-term relationships. Grounded in research, clinical insight, and pop culture references, they reveal why a diversified intimacy portfolio is the secret rhythm section of lasting romance.LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. If you’d like to contact us directly, send us an email to info@modernmind.co.
2025-08-1541 min
LOVELINKEp 67 — Esther Perel — Developing Erotic Intelligence (Classic)This week, we're excited to share one of our favorite episodes from way back in the LOVELINK archives: a conversation with the world-renowned love guru and couples psychotherapist Esther Perel. Perel poignantly describes the realities of romance, including infidelity and complacency in relationships. Why do we cheat even when we're in happy relationships? Can relationships be repaired after an affair? How do we maintain romantic excitement in the face of familiarity? Esther shares with us thoughtful and seductive solutions to tackle these eternal dilemmas.Enjoy this LOVELINK classic. We’ll be back with new episodes in August.
2025-07-1148 min
LOVELINKEp 66 — Annabelle Seife, PhD — Kink in TherapyIn this provocative and deeply insightful episode, we sit down with psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Annabelle Seife to explore the complex world of kink and BDSM. Together, we unpack what kink really means—beyond stereotypes and sensationalism—and why so many people are drawn to erotic experiences that play with power, control, and surrender. Dr. Seife guides us through a psychodynamic lens, offering a compassionate and nuanced understanding of kink as a meaningful expression of desire, not dysfunction. We explore the historical and clinical roots of why kink has been so pathologized in the mental health field...
2025-06-2745 min
LOVELINKEp 65 — Mary Pipher, PhD — Women and Aging: An Intergenerational ConversationBestselling author and psychologist Mary Pipher, PhD, joins us for a heartfelt conversation about what it means to age well as women. From redefining identity beyond beauty to embracing friendship, presence, and purpose, Mary shares wisdom for navigating life’s later chapters. Though centered on aging, her insights resonate across generations, offering guidance and inspiration for women at every stage of life. As two women approaching midlife and raising young children, we left the conversation feeling more grounded, inspired, and hopeful about what lies ahead.LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Si...
2025-05-1643 min
LOVELINKEp 64 — Rebecca Stone, LCSW — Healing After Betrayal: Understanding AffairsIn this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with therapist Rebecca Stone, a specialist in infidelity and affair recovery. Together, we explore the complex and often misunderstood world of affairs—why people cheat, what it means for both the betrayed and the one who strayed, and how couples can navigate the emotional wreckage left behind.Rebecca shares her insights on when relationships can survive an affair and when it may be time to walk away. We also dive into the healing process, the importance of accountability and empathy, healing old childhood wounds, and how some couples ma...
2025-04-3050 min
LOVELINKEp 63 — Dating in NYC with Modern MindIn this episode, Dr. Simone Humphrey sits down with the expert team of therapists from Modern Mind to discuss the unique challenges and excitement of dating in New York City. The conversation explores how dating culture in the city has been shaped by the rise of dating apps and the impact they’ve had on how people connect. The therapists offer valuable insights on how to navigate the fast-paced dating scene, manage burnout, and protect your emotional well-being. They also discuss the different challenges faced by men and women in New York's dating world, providing practical tips for managing re...
2025-03-2852 min
LOVELINKEp 62 — Hadassah Damien & Pippi Kessler — Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Career and Financial Coaching for a Good LifeIn this episode, we talk with career coach Pippi Kessler and financial coach Hadassah Damien about navigating career and financial shifts to create a more fulfilling life. We explore expanding your sense of possibility, embracing change, and breaking the myth that work only counts if it’s a grind. If you’re feeling stuck and ready for a change, Pippi and Hadassah offer insightful, practical advice delivered with warmth and humor. For more on redesigning your work and financial life, check out their podcast series, Have a Nice Life.LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simo...
2025-03-1450 min
Upbuilding The SelfCoaching vs. Therapy, The Tension Between Ego and Success, and Spirituality in Coaching—Michael Sloyer on the Lovelink PodcastToday, we’re sharing something a little different. Michael was recently a guest on the Lovelink podcast, hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. Their show has featured many prominent guests, and in this episode, they sit down with Michael to explore the differences between coaching and therapy, Michael’s journey from Goldman Sachs to Upbuild, the tension between ego and success, and the role of spirituality in coaching. We’re excited to share their conversation with you.Links The Call to Awaken. Our flagship program on spirit...
2025-03-1139 min
LOVELINKEp 61 — Michael Sloyer — Coaching Through a Spiritual LensMichael Sloyer is a leadership and organizational coach at Upbuild. He helps people understand how their ego influences their actions, discover their true selves, and make choices from a more authentic place. As a former Managing Director at Goldman Sachs, Michael knows the pressures and ego-driven challenges often found in the workplace. In this interview, he explains what coaching is and how his spiritual background shapes the way he supports individuals and organizations. With his warm and thoughtful approach, Michael truly embodies the principles he shares with others.LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon...
2025-02-2839 min
LOVELINKEp 60 — Chloé Bringmann, LMFT — How to Make a Career ChangeIn this episode, we are thrilled to welcome the newest member to our Modern Mind Team—Chloé Bringmann! We dive into the topic of career changes and transitions, exploring why people decide to leave their old jobs and how to determine what they truly want in their next chapter. We discuss the importance of self-reflection and clarity when considering a career change and the steps to take to move forward with confidence. We also discuss Chloé’s personal journey with her career changes and what she learned along the way. Whether you're contemplating a shift or already in the proces...
2025-02-1440 min
LOVELINKEp 59 — Dr. Gillian O’Shea Brown — Understanding Complex Trauma: Healing and GrowthIn this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Gillian O’Shea Brown, a renowned trauma specialist, to explore the intricate world of complex trauma. Dr. Brown explains what complex trauma is, its origins, and how it differs from other types of trauma. She breaks down how early childhood experiences, prolonged stress, and relational dysfunctions can contribute to long-lasting emotional and psychological impacts.
Dr. Brown also provides actionable insights on how individuals can begin the journey of healing, from seeking professional help to self-care strategies and building supportive relationships. The discussion also explores what trauma-informed therapy looks li...
2025-01-3158 min
LOVELINKEp 58 — Jett Stone, PhD — Overthinking in Men and How to Overcome ItIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of overthinking—how it manifests in men, the negative impact it can have on mental health, relationships, and productivity, and most importantly, strategies to break free from its grip. Dr. Jett Stone, a clinical psychologist who specializes in the psychology of men, discusses his new book “Quiet Your Mind: A Men’s Guide.” We explore the psychological roots of overthinking, from societal pressures to internal self-doubt, and discuss how men can recognize when they’re trapped in cycles of rumination. Plus, we share practical tools—like mindfulness, reframing thoughts, and embracing ac...
2024-12-1240 min
LOVELINKEp 57 — Sarah Bren, PhD — When Parenting Styles ClashSarah Bren, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with a passion for helping parents navigate the ups and downs of raising kids. In her practice, Dr. Bren guides parents through emotional challenges, helping them build trust and confidently support their child’s growth. She also hosts Securely Attached, a go-to podcast for all things parenting, with over 250 episodes and fresh insights twice a week. In this episode, Dr. Bren discusses how important it really is—or isn’t—to get on the same page with your parenting partner, whether you're together or co-parenting after divorce, and offers tips for handling situatio...
2024-11-1441 min
LOVELINKEp 56 — Modern Mind’s Roundtable on Romantic RelationshipsThis week’s episode is a little different. Instead of an interview, four couples therapists from our group practice came together to answer YOUR questions on romantic relationships. We discussed the biggest mistakes you can make in a relationship, red flags to watch for at each developmental stage, and how to head into a new romantic relationship without losing yourself. The discussion was so much fun and there was so much to talk about, we’ve decided to start a series on dating. Stay tuned!
LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simon...
2024-08-2144 min
LOVELINKEp 55 — Lydia Duquette, LMSW — GriefLydia Duquette, LMSW, is a Modern Mind therapist specializing in grief and loss. In this episode, Lydia unpacks the concept of grief and how we can better understand this complex emotion. She discusses the non-linear nature of the grieving process and emphasizes the importance of making space for all the emotions that emerge. We explore how grief manifests in different contexts, such as death and breakups. Strategies for navigating grief are shared, along with the significance of facing our grief, recognizing that loss is an inevitable part of life.
LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe...
2024-07-2341 min
LOVELINKEp 54 — Therapy with Lydia Duquette, LMSWLydia Duquette, LMSW, is a therapist who works with individuals, couples, and groups, focusing on grief and loss, romantic relationships, and family conflict. In this episode, she shares her approach to helping patients connect more authentically with themselves and others. Lydia emphasizes the importance of being mindful of the language people use to describe their experiences and how emotions are felt in the body. With her curiosity, attunement, and clinical expertise, we are thrilled to have Lydia join the Modern Mind team. If you’re interested in working with Lydia, please reach out to info@modernmind.co.
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2024-07-0820 min
LOVELINKEp 53 — Josh Millrod, LCAT, MT-BC — A Dad’s Guide to PostpartumJosh Millrod is a therapist, musician, and father. After his own experience grappling with postpartum depression following the birth of his son, Josh has been committed to supporting fathers through the turbulent waters of parenthood. In this episode, we discuss why postpartum depression and anxiety in fathers are rarely discussed and how little help exists for them, normalizing the typical challenges of becoming a father, and how to manage this transition more effectively.
Website: https://www.therapyfordadsny.com/
Instagram: @therapyfordads
LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. S...
2024-06-1152 min
LOVELINKEp 52 — Kathryn Rheem, Ed.D., LMFT — Ketamine Assisted PsychotherapyWe interviewed Kathryn Rheem, Ed.D., LMFT, a therapist and trainer in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) with couples, using ketamine as a tool to help couples feel unstuck and deepen their work in couples therapy. Kathryn is a therapist in private practice treating couples, individuals, and families, co-director of the Washington Baltimore Center for Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and co-founder of the EFT Cafe, which offers online classes for couples therapists. She is also the co-author of An Emotionally Focused Workbook for Relationship Loss: Healing Heartbreak Session by Session. In our podcast, we explore Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, a new...
2024-03-3050 min
LOVELINKEp 51 — Tess Hochberger, LMSW — LonelinessTess Hochberger, LMSW, is a Modern Mind therapist specializing in couples and sex therapy, gender identity, and neurodivergence. In this episode, we discuss Tess's focus on loneliness, inspired by her research on the elderly. We explore how depression and anxiety can be a sign of loneliness and why men might be more at risk. Tess emphasizes the positive impact of therapy in overcoming loneliness and provides practical advice for building connections and feeling less alone. If you are interested in seeing Tess for individual or couples therapy, please reach out to info@modernmind.co or visit the Modern Mind...
2024-03-0135 min
LOVELINKEp 50 — Therapy with Tess Hochberger, LMSWTess Hochberger, LMSW, is a therapist who works with couples and individuals and specializes in couples and sex therapy, gender identity, and neurological divergence. In this episode, Tess discusses how she works with her patients, the importance of the therapeutic relationship, and how change happens. Tess is warm, creative, and deeply attuned and committed to her patients. If you are interested in working with Tess, please reach out to info@modernmind.co.
LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. To learn more about our work, visit modernmind.co. I...
2024-02-1617 min
LOVELINKEp 50 — Therapy with Tess Hochberger, LMSWTess Hochberger, LMSW, is a therapist who works with couples and individuals and specializes in couples and sex therapy, gender identity, and neurological divergence. In this episode, Tess discusses how she works with her patients, the importance of the therapeutic relationship, and how change happens. Tess is warm, creative, and deeply attuned and committed to her patients. If you are interested in working with Tess, please reach out to info@modernmind.co.
LOVELINK is hosted by Brooklyn-based therapists Dr. Signe Simon and Dr. Simone Humphrey. To learn more about our work, visit modernmind.co. I...
2024-02-1617 min
LOVELINKEp 49 — Yaron Schwartzman, LMSW — DivorceYaron Schwartzman is a Modern Mind therapist specializing in addiction, parenting, and couples therapy. Yaron has a particular expertise in helping couples to end well and navigate co-parenting. In this episode, we talk to Yaron about divorce and how he helps couples make meaning of the end of their relationship and part in a respectful way. If you are interested in seeing Yaron for individual or couples therapy, please reach out to info@modernmind.co or visit the modern mind website at modernmind.co to learn more about Yaron and his practice.
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2023-12-3035 min
LOVELINKEp 48 — Therapy with Yaron Schwartzman, LMSWYaron Schwartzman is a therapist who works with couples and individuals and specializes in conscious uncoupling and addiction. We welcome him to the pod as the newest member at Modern Mind, our group practice located in NYC. Yaron discusses how he works with his patients, what contributes to change in a person, and how to determine goodness of fit with a therapist. Yaron's openness, warmth, and candor are all qualities we love about him. He is currently accepting new patients. You can reach out to info@modernmind.co if you are interested in working with Yaron.
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2023-12-1521 min
LOVELINKEp 47 — Adam Cohen, LMFT — Second AdolescenceAdam Cohen is a licensed psychotherapist with a practice devoted to LGBTQ+ adolescents and adults. He developed Second Adolescence as a conceptual framework for healing and liberating from the trauma of growing up queer in an anti-queer world. Cohen is the host of the podcast Second Adolescence and author of the upcoming book Second Adolescence. In this fun and engaging interview, Adam explains the concept of second adolescence, his own experience of second adolescence, and ways that he works with queer folks in his practice to heal shame and trauma.
We recently launched Modern Mind, a new g...
2023-10-2649 min
LOVELINKEp 46 — Annabelle Seife, PhD — Commitment: What It Takes to Build a Lasting RelationshipAnnabelle Seife, Ph.D., is the founder of Before the Leap, a course for contemporary commitment. She teaches couples the necessary skills to build a strong foundation for their relationship and helps partners have important conversations. We highly recommend this episode to anyone contemplating commitment or who has already taken steps to build a shared life with their partner.
We recently launched Modern Mind, a new group practice for individuals and couples in New York City. If you’re experiencing a sense of stuckness in your life or relationship, we’re here to help. Visit our website to le...
2023-07-3150 min
LOVELINKEp 45 — Pooja Amy Shah, MD — A Different Approach to MedicineWe are thrilled to interview Pooja Amy Shah, MD, doctor in integrative medicine and family medicine. In her integrative medicine practice, she combines eastern practices along with Western medicine to treat the mind and body holistically. In a society where we typically receive care in piecemeal, Dr. Pooja Amy Shah believes in catering treatment to the individual and all aspects of being human. Dr. Pooja is an assistant professor at Columbia University, licensed in Medical Acupuncture, Yoga teacher certified, and teaches at O-p-e-n.com, The Path, and Nalanda Institute. We discuss her philosophy around health and wellness, how to...
2023-07-1746 min
LOVELINKEp 44 — Terry Real — Overcoming Toxic IndividualismTerry Real returns to the podcast to discuss his new book, Us: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship. Terry is the creator of Relational Life Therapy (RLT), a methodology that helps individuals become conscious of negative behaviors and guides them through trauma and inner-child work in the presence of their partners in order to build stronger one-on-one relationships. Terry’s new book expands on the foundations of RLT, helping couples move beyond toxic individualism and into more harmonious, “fully relational” lives.
We’re happy to announce the launch of our new group practice...
2023-06-2647 min
LOVELINKEp 43 — Bill Doherty, PhD — Bridging the Gap: Conservatives and LiberalsThis is the second time we welcome Dr. Bill Doherty on LOVELINK. Dr. Doherty is a family therapist and professor in the Department of Family Social Science at the University of Minnesota. He is the co-founder of The Doherty Relationship Institute, helping couples on the brink and using his model of discernment counseling, to work through ambivalence around breaking up or staying together. In our last interview, we discussed dating, breakups, and how to choose a partner. Today, we are thrilled to interview him about his latest project Braver Angels, an initiative to bring conservatives and liberals together to c...
2023-02-131h 10
The LoveLink ShowLearning to forgiveWhy is it so hard to forgive yourself? How do we manage the feelings of guilt or shame over the mistakes we have made? We tend to hear a lot about forgiving others but we usually don’t hear too much about forgiving ourselves. Being that this is our last LoveLink episode of 2022 we thought we’d change the tone of our conversation a little and focus on self-forgiveness. Your hosts Lola, HenneCee, Delicious Dee and TJ alongside our listening audience all thoroughly talked through this heavy hitter. We also discussed the possibility of forgiving your significant other after they...
2022-12-292h 03
LOVELINKEp 42 — Caroline Welch — Mindfulness for WomenIn this interview, Caroline Welch, CEO and co-founder of the Mindsight Institute in Santa Monica, CA, talks to us about the importance of presence in helping women stay grounded in their lives. Caroline teaches us how mindful awareness can inform the three Ps, Purpose (finding what matters to us), Pivoting (making changes), and Pacing (the speed of life), to help women live with more awareness and authenticity. Caroline also opens up about her own journey toward cultivating presence through her many life transitions and roles. For more information about Caroline’s teachings, check out her new book The Gift of...
2022-11-2843 min
LOVELINKEp 41 — Dan Siegel, MD — The Science of Good ParentingDr. Dan Siegel is an expert on parenting and the brain. He has written six books on parenting, including NYT bestsellers Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain, The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind, and No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind. He is a professor at the UCLA School of Medicine, the co-founder of Mindful Awareness Research Center at UCLA, and has a psychotherapy practice where he treats children, adults, and families. Dr. Siegel is a wealth of information. He has...
2022-09-121h 03
LOVELINKEp 40 — Michael Clemmens, PhD — Gestalt TherapyIn this interview, psychologist Michael Clemmens provides an overview of Gestalt therapy, a form of psychotherapy focused on helping people develop their present moment awareness. Dr. Clemmens describes how our ability to feel ourselves increases our choices and allows for a more meaningful lived experience. With his clear and engaging way of being, Dr. Clemmens embodies present moment awareness, inspiring us to do the same. We would recommend this podcast to anyone interested in the benefits of increased awareness and the clinical applications of Gestalt.
2022-07-1742 min
LOVELINKEp 39 — Ian Kerner — So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had SexWe welcome back Dr. Ian Kerner, renowned sex therapist and best selling author of “She Comes First.” As one of the most well known voices in the field of sex therapy, Ian integrates both a biological and psychodynamic understanding of sexuality, making his work both deep in understanding as well as incredibly practical. In our interview, Ian discusses his most recent book, “So Tell Me About The Last Time You Had Sex.” As the first question in his sessions to couples in sexual distress, Ian walks us through the ways he helps couples get unstuck in the bedroom. Through examinin...
2022-03-2853 min
LOVELINKEp 38 — Alice Kaltman — Lessons from a Parenting CoachThe majority of people will become parents, a role of enormous importance and influence, yet few people have any training (other than their own childhoods) to set them up for success. After the birth of a first child, it’s common to feel overwhelmed and in information overload. Toddlers, with their big and increasingly complex emotions, don’t make life any easier! Thankfully, clinicians like Alice Kaltman are here to help. With her solution focused, no nonsense approach, Alice helps parents become better equipped to handle the emotional and practical challenges they face. In this interview we explore boundaries, pare...
2022-01-2151 min
LOVELINKEp 37 — Alexandra Solomon, PhD — Taking Sexy BackWe welcome back one of our favorite guests, Dr. Alexandra Solomon to give us the sex education we wished we had in high school. Her newest book “Taking Sexy Back” is all about reclaiming sexuality and cultivating sexual self-awareness by being curious about your pleasures and desires. Sex is more than just what your partner finds sexy or what society tells us we should do. It’s about creating space for yourself to discover and empower your sexual identity. We also discuss our optimism and concern around the future directions of sexuality in mainstream culture and how meta processing is key...
2021-12-0750 min
LOVELINKEp 36 — Harville Hendrix, PhD and Helen LaKelly Hunt PhD — Imago Relationship TherapyHarville Hendrix Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D. are the creators of Imago Relationship Therapy, a popular form of couples therapy centered around helping couples learn to dialogue with each other in ways that build safety and connection. In this interview, Harville and Helen talk about how they developed Imago and share how they were able to use the model to reconnect in their own marriage. They talk about how childhood influences who we chose to partner with, accepting and working with the differences that exist between individuals in a relationship, and how our brains change in...
2021-10-0453 min
AKSWARAPreneur Talks #2 with @lovelink.thriftHai, Plano Peeps! Preneur Talks merupakan podcast bincang-bincang kewirausahaan antara Ekobis HMTP Undip dengan wirausahawan yang juga merupakan mahasiswa DPWK Undip. Preneur Talks #2 kali ini berbincang dengan pemilik dari lovelink.thrift, loh! Selamat mendengarkan dan semoga bermanfaat!
2021-09-2120 min
LOVELINKEp 35 — Sue Varma, MD — Psychiatric MedicationThe decision to go on psychiatric medication is not an easy one. Worries about being overly dependent, experiencing negative side effects, and the stigma of medication prevent many people from considering an option that could be extremely beneficial. On the flip side, medical communities too often default to a quick fix and neglect other factors in a person's life that may be contributing to their depression and anxiety. Our interview with Dr. Sue Varma, psychiatrist and professor at NYU Langone Medical Center, helps to clarify some of these questions around psychiatric medication and provide a better understanding in order t...
2021-07-0250 min
The Soul of LifeThe Right Way to Have SexIs there a right way to have sex? Everybody thinks they’re doing it wrong or someone else is doing it better. There’s so much shame surrounding sex. Today on the Soul of Life I speak with two Brooklyn psychologists, Signe Simon and Simone Humphrey about their podcast, LoveLink, founded to help people talk more about sex and love. We talk about really common reasons people have problems with sexual intimacy, and challenge the traditional norms around penetration and orgasm. What happens before sex? What happens during sex? What happens after sex? What...
2021-06-1138 min
LOVELINKEp 34 — Mike Moran — Gay Male CouplesMike Moran is a couples and sex therapist and educator specializing in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. He’s also our clinical supervisor and has helped us navigate many challenging cases, so we have firsthand knowledge of how clinically gifted and wise he is! In this interview, Mike talks to us about the unique experiences gay couples bring to therapy and what straight couples can learn from them. We talk about the impact of growing up in a homophobic culture, embracing sexual fluidity, and helping couples navigate the pain of infidelity. It’s an episode about gay couples, but it’s real...
2021-04-161h 00
Følsom"Min mission er at normalisere de negative mønstre og emotionelle reaktioner" [samtale med Jette Simon]Du skal møde et emotionsleksikon af dimensioner. Vi taler om den afgørende tilknytning og det indre billede af, om vi kan række ud og blive mødt eller om det er for farligt. Jette kommer med så mange rørende eksempler på, hvad der sker, når vi kommer ind bag de sekundære følelser og i kontakt med de primære. Og dermed med hinanden. Vi taler om musikken i livet og hvordan selv vores biologi ved, at vi står stærkest, når vi står sammen. Vi taler også...
2021-03-251h 01
LOVELINKEp 33 — Dr. Simon & Dr. Humphrey — How to Find a TherapistFinding a therapist can seem like an impossible task. Questions like, is therapy right for me? Where do I begin? Or how long will treatment last may be swarming around your head. In this discussion with each other, Signe and Simone break down what therapy is all about, the different treatment models, whether it's right for you, and how to find a therapist that's a good fit and to avoid the red flags! It's not an easy world to navigate and we're hoping that this episode makes finding a therapist a little bit smoother and more accessible. We could o...
2021-03-0135 min
NördigtDen med Super Bowl-trailers, Immortals Fenyx Rising, Lovelink och Paradise KillerJonas och självaste Malin (!) som är tillbaka efter en lång tids frånvaro utgör veckans mini-panel som hinner snacka om både det ena och det andra under en begränsad dryg timme.
Nyhetssvepet domineras av helgens Super Bowl, men som vanligt inte på grund av själva sportmatchen eller halvtidsuppträdandet, utan snarare de trailers som alltid kommer på köpet, denna gång bland annat för Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Raya and the Last Dragon, M. Night Shyamalan's kommande rulle Old med mera. Det reageras även på nyheten om Pedro Pascal's casting som Joel i HBO's The...
2021-02-121h 12
L'Air du tempsLoveLink, l'appli pour les couples - Benoît Vissac (rediff)Il ne s'agit pas d'un appli de rencontres, mais bien d'une appli pour les couples.
LoveLink, c’est son nom, est gratuite, et elle est disponible sur google play et apple store.
Elle a été développée par la maison des familles de Lyon. Son directeur Benoît Vissac est notre invité pour en parler.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
2021-01-2516 min
Bruxelles ma BelgeExpo 1000 petits bonshommes - Appli LoveLink, l'appli pour les couples (rediff)Une émission présentée avec Solène PerraudChronique diététique "Restons dans notre assiette" - Carole Marques : les bienfaits de la vitamine C
www.carolemarques.beCoup de projecteur : Emmanuel Angeli, commissaire de l'exposition "1000 petits bonshommes - Confinés dehors".
Exposition gratuite d'oeuvres mises aux enchères au bénéfice de l'asbl "Infirmiers de Rue".
Expo gratuite à voir jusqu'au 27 février aux Halles Saint-Géry. L'Air du Temps : Il ne s'agit pas d'un appli de rencontres, mais bien d'une appli pour les couples.
LoveLink, c’est son nom, es...
2021-01-2549 min
LOVELINKEp 32 — Marisa Cohen, PhD — The Science of Online DatingDr. Marisa Cohen is a relationship scientist and dating coach who knows a lot about online dating from her personal and professional experience. In this interview Dr. Cohen talks about how online dating has changed the way people meet and connect and provides helpful, scientifically grounded advice about how to optimize your dating profile and dating experiences. We explored a lot of interesting and surprising facts! Among the many topics covered, we learned why Las Vegas is a great place for women to find love and why, for better or worse, your dating pool might be smaller than you...
2021-01-1258 min
LOVELINKEp 31 — Rich Simon, PhD — The World of PsychotherapyDr. Rich Simon was a psychologist and editor of the award winning magazine, Psychotherapy Networker, a bi-monthly bible for therapists seeking the latest clinical wisdom. In this interview, Rich spoke with Signe (his daughter) and Simone about his long career watching the field of psychotherapy evolve and what he learned about healing. Rich suffered from bipolar disorder and the treatments he received over the past four years did not provide relief. He chose to end his pain on November 10, 2020, two weeks after this interview was recorded. Rich’s spirit, curiosity, and generosity touched the lives of countless people. He wi...
2020-12-1457 min
LOVELINKEp 30 — Tara Brach, PhD — The Power of Self-CompassionDr. Tara Brach is a psychologist and meditation teacher who beautifully integrates western psychology with eastern practices into her teachings. Speaking with Dr. Brach is like a meditation unto itself. She calms the spirit and offers hope in a time that feels overwhelming and unpredictable. She talked to us about social activism through self-compassion work and walked us through her powerful tool for mindfulness and self love. A must listen to, now more than ever!
2020-10-2653 min
LOVELINKEp 29 — David Gordon, PsyD and Lucas Krump — Male VulnerabilityMen in our culture are socialized out of vulnerability, making it difficult to connect intimately with others and connect with emotions. In this interview (with two vulnerable men), psychologist Dr. David Gordon and Evryman co-founder and CEO Lucas Krump, address male competition, male friendship, how men protect themselves from emotional pain and its cost, and the power of opening up. This is recommended listening for any man who’s interested in therapy or curious about how to get in touch with his feelings.
2020-09-2158 min
Conversations That Don't SuckLove, Sex, and Loneliness with Simone Humphrey and Signe SimonSimone Humphrey and Signe Simon, the co-founders of LOVELINK, are on the pod this week! LOVELINK is a podcast, workshop series, and hosts other resources to help people connect more deeply to themselves and others. Simone Humphrey, PsyD, currently works at Therapists of New York, a private practice in midtown, Manhattan. She has a passion for developing creative and unconventional ways to promote mental health and wellbeing. Signe Simon, PhD, teaches graduate students and works with individuals, groups, and couples, and is committed to focusing on the healing power of relationships.I LOVED this conversation. It was...
2020-08-2400 min
LOVELINKEp 28 — Richard Schwartz, PhD — Internal Family SystemsInternal Family Systems (IFS) is a popular approach to psychotherapy created by our guest Dr. Richard Schwartz. He developed the model when treating eating disorders and realized that his clients would describe various parts within themselves that respond to one another in harmful ways. He discovered that when these different parts accept one another in order to work together harmoniously, a person can live a life with greater curiosity, connectedness, compassion, and calmness. This pod explores ways to develop more insight into how we relate to ourselves and a great intro to IFS for therapists!
2020-08-171h 04
LOVELINKEp 27 — Kirby Goldin, PhD — Playing Hard to GetMost of us have engaged in or been on the receiving end of playing hard to get, a strategy people have used throughout history to appear more desirable to a potential mate. In this down to earth and informative interview, clinical psychologist and dating researcher, Dr. Kirby Goldin, gives us some straight talk grounded in research about the function of playing hard to get, who plays hard to get, and its consequences. Kirby also shares personal stories and offers up some valuable advice on dating and cultivating authenticity. We could have spent hours talking to Kirby about relationships and...
2020-07-221h 01
LOVELINKEp 26 — Will Siu, MD — Psychedelics: Amplifiers of the UnconsciousDr. Will Siu is a psychiatrist, speaker, and expert on psychedelics. He has been featured on the Netflix show The Goop Lab and has been trained by MAPS in MDMA-assisted Psychotherapy. In this informative, moving, and existential conversation, we talk about how psychedelics are amplifiers of the unconscious, the research behind them, and Will’s personal experience with depression, loneliness, and his journey towards healing and discovering psychedelics. Let’s face it, psychedelics are becoming progressively more mainstream and are already an integral part of our culture’s search for healing and mental health. This interview helps us understand its po...
2020-06-0958 min
LOVELINKEp 25 — Ari Tuckman, PhD — ADHD in RelationshipsADHD is a condition that makes it difficult for a person to pay attention and control impulsive behaviors. While often diagnosed in children, many adults struggle with ADHD without ever realizing they have a disorder. In this interview, Dr. Tuckman draws from his research of over 3000 adults in a couple in which one partner has ADHD, and shares with us the ways ADHD impacts a couple's relationship and sex life. He reveals some surprising outcomes, including that couples with ADHD have more sex! The interview offers some practical strategies to help individuals with ADHD as well as their non-ADHD...
2020-04-271h 01
LOVELINKEp 24 — Dr. Simon & Dr. Humphrey — Connection During QuarantineIn our first pod featuring LOVELINK, Dr. Simon and Dr. Humphrey have a casual conversation on the coronavirus. We talk about the social implications, how to emotionally connect while practicing social distancing, and ways to manage anxiety during a time of uncertainty. We also share our own experiences of living with a partner in extremely close quarters and what it's like to collaborate virtually. During this challenging and turbulent moment, we remember that we are all in this together and connection to others is more important now than ever.
2020-03-2239 min
LOVELINKEp 23 — Suzanne Iasenza, PhD — Sex TherapyDr. Suzanne Iasenza is like a cool aunt you can talk to about sex without worrying she’ll tell your parents. She’s warm, funny, and non-judgmental. In this highly informative interview, Dr. Iasenza talks to us about the fluidity of sexual preferences and what we can learn about our partner and ourselves when we stop judging and start getting curious. Iasenza provides concrete strategies for helping people get comfortable talking about sex and playful ideas for increasing intimacy. If you’re seeking some inspiration to enhance your sex life or some help talking about sex with your partner, this i...
2020-02-121h 08
LOVELINKEp 22 — Amelia Kaplan Romanowsky, PsyD — BoundariesDr. Amelia Kaplan Romanowsky is a psychologist, professor, and author. She has co-authored the book Treating Affect Phobia, teaches at Montclair University, and has a private practice in Maplewood, NJ where she specializes in couples therapy. Developing healthy boundaries is a pillar of Dr. Romanowky's clinical work and she teaches this to her clients in both individual and couples therapy. To hold healthy boundaries helps contribute to a positive self regard as well as cultivating open and respectful relationships. In this incredibly informative interview, Dr. Romanowsky describes what it means to be over-boundaried, under-boundaried, and walks us through practical w...
2019-12-3033 min
LOVELINKEp 21 — Lina Perl, PsyD — Breadwinner WomenWomen in straight relationships are increasingly making more than their male counterparts. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 29% of women earned more than their male partners in 2016, up from 18% in the 1980’s (https://nyti.ms/2O6SLXi ). This sounds like good news, yet our culture spins a narrative that breadwinning women spells disaster for couples (https://on.mktw.net/2Xz3exQ). In this interview, Dr. Lina Perl walks us through her research on breadwinner women that debunks current myths and provides a nuanced view of the challenges and strengths of breadwinner women families. But this interview is also abo...
2019-11-2151 min
LOVELINKEp 20 — Dirty Lola — A Lesson in BDSMDirty Lola is a sex educator, storyteller, and creator of Sex Ed A Go-GO, a live sex Q&A talk show performed regularly in NYC and taken around the country. She teaches sex education at conferences, universities, and you can find her behind the counter at Shag, a sex shop in Brooklyn. In this fun and at times provocative interview, Lola teaches us all about kink and BDSM, what it means to experience pleasure through pain, and the potential for empowerment and healing in submission to a partner. She shares with us her personal journey of discovering her sexuality...
2019-09-031h 03
LOVELINKEp 19 — Jette Simon — Words of Wisdom from MomJette Simon is a Danish clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with couples from around the world. She is an Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy trainer and Director of the Washington DC Training Institute for Couples Therapy and EFT Institute in Copenhagen. She’s also Signe’s mom! In this personal interview with us from 2017, she shares insights from her past romantic relationships and her clinical work with couples. We talk about what makes for a good relationship, the function of affairs, cultural norms, and starter marriages. Jette also offers up some motherly words of wisdom that can help...
2019-07-1849 min
LOVELINKEp 18 — Allbodies — Women, Sex, and Tech: Part IIThis is the second episode in our series on women, sex, and tech. We are strong supporters of female entrepreneurs, as ones ourselves, and it’s been so exciting to pick the brains of like minded women who are dedicated to spreading sex education and promoting sexual wellness. Our guest today is the cofounder of Allbodies (formerly Cycles and Sex), an education platform to teach people about their bodies. With an emphasis on the reproductive cycle and sexual wellness, Allbodies is a company whose mission is provide accessible information that is often taboo or shaming. It is a sex positive, bo...
2019-06-2029 min
LOVELINKEp 17 — Effy Blue — A Guide to PolyamoryIn this engaging interview, polyamory expert and coach, Effy Blue, talks to us about what makes for successful poly relationships and how to decide whether a polyamorous lifestyle is right for you. Effy shares her personal journey from monogamy to polyamory and offers up lots of practical advice about everything from talking to your monogamous partner about polyamory, how to think about scheduling poly relationships, and effective communication skills. Even if you're monogamous, you might be surprised by how much there is to be learned from poly relationships.
2019-04-241h 03
MEJOR QUE EL SEXO#2 La inteligencia erótica, según Esther PerelEsther Perel es una de nuestras pensadoras favoritas, y en este episodio comentamos las ideas que presenta en la entrevista que hace para Lovelink, Episodio nº12 “Developing erotic intelligence”.
Lovelink es un podcast sobre relaciones formado por dos psicólogas, que viven y tienen su consulta en Nueva York.
Esther Perel es psicoterapeuta y escritora belga, es hija de supervivientes del holocausto, está especializada en terapia de pareja , y saltó a la fama con su libro “Mating in captivity: unlocking erotic intelligence”, traducido como “Inteligencia Erótica”, en el que habla de los dilemas del deseo dentro de la pareja y como reconcilia...
2019-03-2320 min
LOVELINKEp 16 — Jacob Ham, PhD — Anger and AttachmentDr. Jacob Ham is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with couples and trauma. He is the director of the Center for Child Trauma and Resilience and assistant clinical professor and supervisor at Mount Sinai in New York City. This episode is a sequel to our first interview with Dr. Ham (Ep 8 - Haunted By History: Love After Trauma), where we are introduced to a couple struggling with connection in the face of jealousy. This time, we listen to segments of a subsequent therapy session and hear how their relationship unfolds, while shedding light on the ways attachment styles...
2019-02-211h 06
LOVELINKEp 15 — Dipsea — Women, Sex, and Tech: Part IThis episode is part one of a series on women, sex, and tech. We interviewed founders, Gina Gutierrez and Faye Keegan, founders of their company Dipsea, a tech company that offers audio stories for a new platform to foster sexual wellbeing. The stories range in genre, perspective, and mood, and are designed to turn their listeners on and help them to feel sexy. We picked their brains on female sexuality and how the mind is such a crucial and often neglected form of foreplay, the excitement and challenges of starting a company, and their vision of the future of sexual...
2019-01-1431 min
LOVELINK#015 — Women, Sex, and Tech: Part I: DipseaThis episode is part one of a series on women, sex, and tech. We
interviewed founders, Gina Gutierrez and Faye Keegan, founders of their
company Dipsea, a tech company that offers audio stories for a new platform
to foster sexual wellbeing. The stories range in genre, perspective, and
mood, and are designed to turn their listeners on and help them to feel
sexy. We picked their brains on female sexuality and how the mind is such a
crucial and often neglected form of foreplay, the excitement and challenges
of starting a company, and their vision of the future of sexual...
2019-01-1429 min
LOVELINK#014 — "Deepening Your Connection: The Basics of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy" with Dr. Sue JohnsonDr. Sue Johnson is a clinical psychologist, researcher, and the developer
of Emotionally Focused Couples and Family Therapy (EFT), a powerful model
that helps couples tune into their emotions to reconnect. She is the author
of the bestselling book Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime
of Love, an evidenced based program to help couples build safety. Among her
many accomplishments, Sue has been appointed as a Member of the Order of
Canada and was named Psychologist of the Year by APA 2016. In this engaging
interview on Sue's 30th wedding anniversary, she takes us on an educational
journey through th...
2018-11-2654 min
LOVELINKEp 14 — Sue Johnson, PhD — Emotionally Focused Couples TherapyDr. Sue Johnson is a clinical psychologist, researcher, and the developer of Emotionally Focused Couples and Family Therapy (EFT), a powerful model that helps couples tune into their emotions to reconnect. She is the author of the bestselling book Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love, an evidenced based program to help couples build safety. Among her many accomplishments, Sue has been appointed as a Member of the Order of Canada and was named Psychologist of the Year by APA 2016. In this engaging interview on Sue's 30th wedding anniversary, she takes us on an educational journey through th...
2018-11-2654 min
LOVELINK#013 — "Getting Over Yourself: Advice from a Buddhist Psychiatrist" with Mark Epstein, M.D.Mark Epstein, M.D., is a psychiatrist, speaker, and author of numerous
books integrating concepts from Buddhism and psychotherapy, including
Thoughts Without A Thinker, Going to Pieces Without Falling Apart, and his
most recent book Advice Not Given: A Guide to Getting Over Yourself. In
this insightful interview, Mark describes the ego, the ways we need it, how
it gets in our way, and it’s role in romantic relationships. The goal is to
change our relationship to our egos, rather than get rid of it. He
discusses ways to accomplish this by applying Buddhist and psychoanalytic
methods with his pati...
2018-10-241h 02
LOVELINKEp 13 — Mark Epstein, MD — Advice from a Buddhist PsychiatristMark Epstein, M.D., is a psychiatrist, speaker, and author of numerous books integrating concepts from Buddhism and psychotherapy, including Thoughts Without A Thinker, Going to Pieces Without Falling Apart, and his most recent book Advice Not Given: A Guide to Getting Over Yourself. In this insightful interview, Mark describes the ego, the ways we need it, how it gets in our way, and it’s role in romantic relationships. The goal is to change our relationship to our egos, rather than get rid of it. He discusses ways to accomplish this by applying Buddhist and psychoanalytic methods with his pati...
2018-10-241h 03
LOVELINKEp 12 — Esther Perel — Developing Erotic IntelligenceWorld renowned love guru and couples psychotherapist, Esther Perel, poignantly describes the realities of romance, including infidelity and complacency in relationships. Why do we cheat even when we're in happy relationships? Can relationships be repaired after an affair? How do we maintain romantic excitement in the face of familiarity? Esther shares with us thoughtful and seductive solutions to tackle these eternal dilemmas.
2018-09-2449 min
LOVELINK#012 — "Developing Erotic Intelligence" with Esther PerelWorld renowned love guru and couples psychotherapist, Esther Perel,
poignantly describes the realities of romance, including infidelity and
complacency in relationships. Why do we cheat even when we're in happy
relationships? Can relationships be repaired after an affair? How do we
maintain romantic excitement in the face of familiarity? Esther shares with
us thoughtful and seductive solutions to tackle these eternal dilemmas.
2018-09-2449 min
The Couples Therapist Couch060: Relationships 101 with Signe Simon and Simone HumphreyIn the last few decades there has been an amazing amount of progress and movement towards freedom for individuals in many societies. While this freedom has afforded new opportunities for people, it has also brought about a new level of anxiety. At the same time, there have been advancements and change in the way we use technology. People are more connected than ever, while feeling more isolated and confused about how to navigate these new waters. The need for relationship education is more important than it ever has been before. In this episode, Signe Simon and Simone...
2018-09-0448 min
LOVELINK#011 — Rachel and Ada: A Couple's Trans NarrativeSimone's cousin Rachel and her girlfriend Ada visit LOVELINK to talk about
how their relationship evolved following Ada’s gender transition. With
great humor and wisdom, Rachel and Ada open up about what they’ve learned
about themselves and each other through Ada’s transition, including changes
in the way they connect emotionally and sexually. Regardless of how you
identify, there’s a lot to be learned about love and the healing power of
personal liberation from this inspiring couple.
2018-08-2750 min
LOVELINKEp 11 — Rachel and Ada — A Couple’s Trans NarrativeSimone's cousin Rachel and her girlfriend Ada visit LOVELINK to talk about how their relationship evolved following Ada’s gender transition. With great humor and wisdom, Rachel and Ada open up about what they’ve learned about themselves and each other through Ada’s transition, including changes in the way they connect emotionally and sexually. Regardless of how you identify, there’s a lot to be learned about love and the healing power of personal liberation from this inspiring couple.
2018-08-2750 min
LOVELINK#010 — "Red Flags to Break Up and Signs to Stay" with Dr. Bill DohertyDr. Bill Doherty, professor and director of the Minnesota Couples on the
Brink Project at the University of Minnesota, gives us some solid
Midwestern relationship advice. He’s worked with thousands of couples and
been married 40 + years, so he knows a thing or two about what it takes to
sustain long-term commitment. In this interview, he shares how he helps
couples working through the often wrenching decision about whether to end a
relationship. Dr. Doherty also walks us through his list of red flags to
look for when dating and what people should probably stop stressing about.
If you’re sing...
2018-06-2255 min
LOVELINKEp 10 — Bill Doherty, PhD — Red Flags in RelationshipsDr. Bill Doherty, professor and director of the Minnesota Couples on the Brink Project at the University of Minnesota, gives us some solid Midwestern relationship advice. He’s worked with thousands of couples and been married 40 + years, so he knows a thing or two about what it takes to sustain long-term commitment. In this interview, he shares how he helps couples working through the often wrenching decision about whether to end a relationship. Dr. Doherty also walks us through his list of red flags to look for when dating and what people should probably stop stressing about. If you’re sing...
2018-06-2256 min
LOVELINK#009 — "Narcissistic Men" with Terry RealTerry Real, psychotherapist and founder of Relational Life Therapy,
specializes in working with men, particularly narcissistic, or what he
calls “grandiose” men. In this deeply informative and timely interview,
Terry talks to us about the different forms of narcissism, how narcissism
develops, and the ways it emerges in relationships. In an era with Donald
Trump as our leader, male narcissism rears its toxic head societally as
well as within relationships, resulting in painful psychic and emotional
consequences. We find out how narcissism expresses itself emotionally and
sexually and ways that we can begin to deconstruct patriarchy by helping
men to be more...
2018-05-1449 min
LOVELINKEp 09 — Terry Real — Narcissistic MenTerry Real, psychotherapist and founder of Relational Life Therapy, specializes in working with men, particularly narcissistic, or what he calls “grandiose” men. In this deeply informative and timely interview, Terry talks to us about the different forms of narcissism, how narcissism develops, and the ways it emerges in relationships. In an era with Donald Trump as our leader, male narcissism rears its toxic head societally as well as within relationships, resulting in painful psychic and emotional consequences. We find out how narcissism expresses itself emotionally and sexually and ways that we can begin to deconstruct patriarchy by helping men to be m...
2018-05-1451 min
LOVELINK#008 — “Haunted by History: Love After Trauma” — with Dr. Jacob Ham“Love After Trauma”
We went into the mind and psychotherapy session of Dr. Jacob Ham, a
clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of trauma. He is the
director of the Center for Child Trauma and Resilience and assistant
clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital.
In our interview, he described how pain from the past affects our current
relationships and ways that he helps hurt people heal interpersonal wounds
and build trust and love again. To help us understand, he shared with us a
recording from a real couples session that is a moving demon...
2018-04-0556 min
LOVELINKEp 08 — Jacob Ham, PhD — Love after TraumaWe went into the mind and psychotherapy session of Dr. Jacob Ham, a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of trauma. He is the director of the Center for Child Trauma and Resilience and assistant clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. In our interview, he described how pain from the past affects our current relationships and ways that he helps hurt people heal interpersonal wounds and build trust and love again. To help us understand, he shared with us a recording from a real couples session that is a moving demonstration of his wo...
2018-04-0558 min
LOVELINKEp 07 — Nell Taylor — Confessions of an Online DaterNell is a 34-year-old designer who has extensive experience exploring online dating. Through her dating adventures, experience of numerous dating apps, and understanding texting rapport, she has guided many friends through navigating the often daunting cyber world of love. In this interview, Nell candidly opens up about the realities of online dating. Nell shares what she has learned about tolerating anxieties that get stirred up and offers practical advice for women seeking love online.
2018-02-2145 min
LOVELINK#007 — “Swiping for Love: True Confessions of an Online Dater” — with Nell TaylorNell is a 34-year-old designer who has extensive experience exploring
online dating. Through her dating adventures, experience of numerous dating
apps, and understanding texting rapport, she has guided many friends
through navigating the often daunting cyber world of love. In this
interview, Nell candidly opens up about the realities of online dating.
Nell shares what she has learned about tolerating anxieties that get
stirred up and offers practical advice for women seeking love online.
2018-02-2143 min
LOVELINKEp 06 — Alexandra Solomon, PhD — Love Me, Love YouDr. Alexandra Solomon is a clinical psychologist at The Family Institute and professor at Northwestern university where she teaches the famous undergraduate course “Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101.” She is the author of the book Loving Bravely: Twenty Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want. As the title suggests, Dr. Solomon explained to us in this illuminating interview how to expand your relational self-awareness so you can make healthy and conscious choices around love. She delves into the key aspects of romantic relationships including attraction, long term relational success, conflict, sex, and how to balance the...
2018-01-0939 min
LOVELINK#006 — "Love Me, Love You" — with Dr. Alexandra SolomonDr. Alexandra Solomon is a clinical psychologist at The Family Institute
and professor at Northwestern university where she teaches the famous
undergraduate course “Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage
101.” She is the author of the book Loving Bravely: Twenty Lessons of
Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want. As the title suggests,
Dr. Solomon explained to us in this illuminating interview how to expand
your relational self-awareness so you can make healthy and conscious
choices around love. She delves into the key aspects of romantic
relationships including attraction, long term relational success, conflict,
sex, and how to balance the ch...
2018-01-0938 min
LOVELINKEp 05 — Carina Ho — Intimacy After DisabilityCarina Ho is a survivor of a tragic car accident that killed her mother, caused her stepfather to suffer from a traumatic brain injury, and left her paralyzed from the chest down. Three years later, and wheelchair bound, our guest is a full time modern dancer at Axis Dance Company, has released her EP album Onikho, and is the most recent recipient of the Fullbright Scholarship. Several months before the accident, our guest began dating a young man whom she had met at work. Through the transition from pre accident to post accident, able bodied to disabled, our guest and...
2017-12-1145 min
LOVELINK#005 — "Brave One: Intimacy after Disability" — with Carina HoCarina Ho is a survivor of a tragic car accident that killed her mother,
caused her stepfather to suffer from a traumatic brain injury, and left her
paralyzed from the chest down. Three years later, and now using a
wheelchair, our guest is a full time modern dancer at AXIS Dance Company,
has released her EP album Onikho, and is the most recent recipient of the
Fulbright Scholarship. Several months before the accident, our guest began
dating a young man whom she had met at work. Through the transition from
pre accident to post accident, able bodied to disabled, our gu...
2017-12-1144 min
LOVELINKEp 04 — Helen Fisher, PhD — The Biology of Love and AttractionHelen Fisher, PhD, is a biological anthropologist and the chief scientific advisor to Match.com. In this illuminating interview, Dr. Fisher explains to us what happens to our brain on love or after rejection, the biological underpinnings of how we pick our partners, and takes an anthropological perspective on the ways in which online dating has formed our way of experiencing relationships. Dr. Fisher got us thinking, "Maybe love isn't such a mystery after all."
2017-11-151h 02
LOVELINK#004 — "The Biology of Love and Attraction" — with Helen Fisher Ph.D.Helen Fisher, PhD, is a biological anthropologist and the chief scientific
advisor to Match.com. In this illuminating interview, Dr. Fisher explains
to us what happens to our brain on love or after rejection, the biological
underpinnings of how we pick our partners, and takes an anthropological
perspective on the ways in which online dating has formed our way of
experiencing relationships. Dr. Fisher got us thinking, "Maybe love isn't
such a mystery after all."
2017-11-151h 01
LOVELINKEp 03 — Emily Nagoski, PhD — Discovering Your Authentic Sexual SelfEmily Nagoski, PhD, is the author of New York Times best-seller “Come As You Are: The Suprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life.” Emily’s message is powerful to women exploring and understanding their sexuality: you are NORMAL, just as you are! As a professor at Smith College and sex educator around the country with a popular TedTalk, her mission is to help women feel confident and joy inside their bodies and with their sexuality. In our interview, Emily demystifies our sexual biology, explains the accelerators and brakes of sexual desire, what fetishes are all about, and how to com...
2017-10-2358 min
LOVELINK#003 — "You Are Normal: Discovering Your Authentic Sexual Self" — with Emily Nagoski Ph.D.Emily Nagoski, PhD, is the author of New York Times best-seller “Come As
You Are: The Suprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life.”
Emily’s message is powerful to women exploring and understanding their
sexuality: you are NORMAL, just as you are! As a professor at Smith College
and sex educator around the country with a popular TedTalk, her mission is
to help women feel confident and joy inside their bodies and with their
sexuality. In our interview, Emily demystifies our sexual biology, explains
the accelerators and brakes of sexual desire, what fetishes are all about,
and how to com...
2017-10-2357 min
LOVELINKEp 02 — Aaron Breslow, PhD — How to Have an Open RelationshipColumbia researcher, teacher, and therapist Aaron Breslow explains the many ways to have an open relationship, why we want them, and how heteronormative couples are starting to learn from the gay community. Aaron brings humor to the episode and his own personal experience of entering a monogamous relationship for the first time. Whether you’re already in an open relationship, are curious, or just like the fantasy of one, Aaron provides us with some thoughtful insights into making the decision to opening up a dyad.
2017-09-3042 min
LOVELINK#002 — "How to Have An Open Relationship" — with Aaron BreslowColumbia researcher, teacher, and therapist Aaron Breslow explains the many ways to have an open relationship, why we want them, and how heteronormative couples are starting to learn from the gay community. Aaron brings humor to the episode and his own personal experience of entering a monogamous relationship for the first time. Whether you’re already in an open relationship, are curious, or just like the fantasy of one, Aaron provides us with some thoughtful insights into making the decision to opening up a dyad.
2017-09-3041 min
LOVELINKEp 01 — Ian Kerner, PhD — Intercourse DiscourseDr. Ian Kerner, psychologist, sex therapist, and author of New York Times bestseller “She Comes First,” speaks with us about the challenges couples face regarding desire and preserving sexual satisfaction in long term relationships. Dr. Kerner discusses why it’s so difficult for couples to talk about sex, what contributes to a lower libido, and the importance of erotic fantasies.
2017-09-021h 08
LOVELINK#001 — "Intercourse Discourse" — with Ian Kerner, Ph.D.Dr. Ian Kerner, psychologist, sex therapist, and author of New York Times bestseller “She Comes First,” speaks with us about the challenges couples face regarding desire and preserving sexual satisfaction in long term relationships. Dr. Kerner discusses why it’s so difficult for couples to talk about sex, what contributes to a lower libido, and the importance of erotic fantasies.
2017-09-021h 08