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Momtalk Maryland Face the Flames: Breaking Generational Patterns in Your RelationshipsWhat happens when a singer-songwriter becomes a relationship therapist? In this illuminating conversation, Katherine Petzold shares her fascinating journey from performing worldwide to helping couples transform their relationships through Relational Life Therapy (RLT).Katherine reveals why conventional communication advice fails most couples – it's not that we don't know how to communicate, but that we lose this ability when emotionally triggered. Through vivid examples (including a memorable story about losing it in a Target parking lot), she explains RLT's three-part system: the wounded child who feels hurt, the adaptive child who protects through problematic behaviors, and the wise ad...

2025-08-2734 min

Momtalk Maryland The Dance of Connection: Breaking Destructive Patterns in RelationshipsEver wondered why relationship patterns seem to repeat themselves, generation after generation? Couples therapist Risa Ganel reveals the powerful truth behind this cycle and offers hope for breaking it during her illuminating conversation with Claire Duarte on MomTalk Maryland.With nearly three decades of experience and specialized training in Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Risa shares how her journey began at age 12 when she discovered she was the only child at summer camp whose parents weren't divorced. This early awareness sparked a lifelong dedication to understanding and healing relationships, eventually leading her to study under relationship experts like...

2025-08-1240 min

Marriage and Intimacy Tips for Christian Couples: Secrets of Happily Ever After A Discussion about Relational Life Therapy with Risa Ganel, LCMFTExplore the transformative power of Relational Life Therapy (RLT) and how it can help couples break free from unhealthy patterns to foster deeper connections. Risa Ganel discusses how the adaptive child, systemic changes, and a focus on second-order change can reshape relationships for lasting benefit. • RLT emphasizes systemic connections in relationships • Differentiates between first-order and second-order change • Focus on nurturing the ‘adaptive child’ for emotional growth • Importance of personal accountability and choice in relationships • The role of communication in nourishing intimacy • Opportunities for couples' growth through bootcamps and workshopsCheck out Risa's Bootc...

2025-01-2142 min

The True You Let's talk about strengthening our relationship skills with couples therapist, Risa GanelRisa facilitates relationship health through 2 Day Couples Intensives, Relationship Bootcamps, traditional Couples Therapy, and public speaking engagements. Her gifts blend wisdom with quiet strength and relationship science with empathic connection. She is skilled at being kind and fierce in the same breath, helping clients connect to the truth, transform conflict into connection, and establish the intimate relationships they long for.As a Maryland and Virginia Licensed Clinical Couple and Family Therapist and a Certified Relational Life Therapist and Trainer for the Relational Life Institute (created by world renowned therapist, Terry Real), she sees couples and i...

2024-10-1642 min

Warrior Forward: The Podcast Relationship Skills Bootcamp with Marriage Counselor Risa GanelNot your traditional couples therapist, Risa Ganel, sits down to talk about the main areas in which a marriage must get attention. In this insightful podcast episode, marriage counselor Risa provides valuable guidance on what makes a marriage truly healthy and authentic. She discusses the key elements of strong relationships, such as communication, mutual respect, and emotional resilience, while also offering advice for couples navigating seasons of hardship. Risa emphasizes that hardships are opportunities for growth, provided couples are willing to work through them with openness and intention. This conversation aligns perfectly with t...

2024-10-0243 min $We Don\'t Deserve Men$

We Don't Deserve Men 16. Use this Tool to Immediately Stop Toxic Patterns - A Conversation with Relationship Therapist & Expert Risa GanelIn this episode of 'We Don't Deserve Men,' host Kayla Yoder speaks with Risa Ganel, a clinical marriage and family therapist with over 30 years of experience. As the founder of Together Couples Counseling, Risa shares her unique approach to fostering true intimacy in relationships. The discussion covers common communication issues, the evolution of relationship dynamics, and practical tools for breaking toxic patterns. Risa also delves into the importance of understanding emotional safety and the need for personal and relational empowerment. Tune in for valuable insights and helpful resources for enhancing your relationships. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:56 The Evo...

2024-09-1953 min

Emotions Untapped #011 Overcoming Conflict: Emotional Intelligence and Techniques for Stronger RelationshipsSend us a textCan relationship conflicts be navigated successfully, even when they're inevitable? Join us on the Emotions Untapped podcast as we sit down with Risa Ganel, a licensed clinical couple and family therapist, to uncover the truths about managing emotional responses during conflicts. Risa breaks down the root causes of many disagreements, revealing that they often arise from a lack of being heard and understood. We explore the importance of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in nurturing healthier relationships.Ever wondered why some conflicts leave lasting resentments? This episode categorizes conflict styles into four...

2024-09-1143 min

Close the Chapter Podcast with Kristen Boice 278. How to Create Real vs. Artificial Intimacy with Risa Ganel, LCMFTIn this episode, Kristen dives into the dynamics of creating real intimacy versus artificial intimacy with guest Risa Ganel, LCMFT, founder of Together Couples Counseling. They explore the importance of relational mindfulness and effective communication in achieving deep, authentic relationships. togethercouplescounseling.com Subscribe and get a free 5-day journal at www.kristendboice.com to begin closing the chapter on what doesn't serve you and open the door to the real you. This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to edu...

2024-08-1446 min

Awaken Your Wise Woman Conclict and RelationshipsHow do you handle conflict—with your partner? Family members? Friends? In this episode of Awaken Your Wise Woman, host Elizabeth Cush talks with Risa Ganel about why the role of conflict in relationships is important—and healthy! “All relationships have conflicts. It's not just inevitable. It's essential. It's necessary for growth and for building intimacy.” — Risa Ganel You can find the full conversation, resources, show notes, and links right here!Support the show

2021-11-0844 min

Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs How to Use Conflict in Your Relationship to Build Intimacy with Risa GanelWhat do you think of when you think of relationship growth? Do you think conflict is necessary for a healthy relationship? In this episode, we are talking all about healthy relationships and conflict with Risa Ganel. Risa facilitates Relationship Growth. Her gifts blend wisdom with quiet strength and relationship science with empathic connection. She is skilled at being kind and fierce in the same breath, helping her clients connect to the truth to create lasting change. As a Certified Relational Life Therapist and Maryland Licensed Clinical Marriage and...

2021-09-0729 min

Therapy Chat 292: The Importance Of Conflict For Healthy Relationships with Risa GanelWelcome back to Therapy Chat! This week host Laura Reagan, LCSW-C expresses gratitude to Melvin Varghese, PhD, who recently interviewed her on his podcast, Selling the Couch. That interview goes live in September, 2021. Be prepared to hear Laura getting all choked up while sharing about the process of creating the new website Trauma Therapist Network. Laura also thanked Katie Vernoy, LMFT and Curt Widhalm, LMFT for interviewing her on their podcast, The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide. Laura talked about how her frustration with the lack of awareness about trauma and trauma therapy, despite the data that is...

2021-08-2048 min

Protecting Your Practice Behind the Scenes: Serving on a Professional Licensing Board with Risa GanelIn their very first guest episode, Dan and Melissa interview Risa Ganel, a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, who previously served as the Board Chair for the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. In this episode, you'll get to hear about: the purpose of the Board (and misconceptions about it)what it's like to serve on the Boardother less-commonly known functions of the BoardYou can learn more about Risa below. www.togethercouplescounseling.com, a private practice in Marylandwww.risaganel.com for public speaking, retreats and p...

2021-07-0633 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment The Key to Reducing Holiday Stress - And it's not another bubble bath or yoga class!Bubble baths and yoga classes are great but what we really need to reduce stress this holiday season is connection. Are you tired of the same old recycled advice for reducing stress during the holidays? Listen in an learn how relational living is the key to lower stress year round. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stronger-together/message

2019-12-0725 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment One Essential Hack for Building TrustTrust has many elements that are essential to a strong relationship. Here's one hack for building emotional trust while staying true to yourself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stronger-together/message

2019-10-2419 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment Have you crossed the line?We often think of the obvious problems in relationships, like infidelity, abuse, addictions as crossing the line. But there are more subtle and essential ways that lines are crossed which erode intimacy, connection, love and compassion over time. If you want more respect, intimacy, connection and love, take a listen to how boundaries are key to creating what you want and what will help your relationships thrive. Credit must be given to Terry Real, whose Relational Life Therapy Certification training I am currently a part of and the work of his mentor, Pia Mellody. Their work is...

2019-10-0818 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment We're Back! Join us!After more than 2 years since the last episode was published, we are BACK! Listen in to hear our plans for future episodes to help you get stronger together in your most important relationships! We plan to launch mid September 2019 so be sure to follow us so you are alerted to when our new episodes are released. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stronger-together/message

2019-08-0610 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment Episode 014 | Infertility with Dr Tara SimpsonOne in 8 couples has difficulty conceiving or sustaining a pregnancy. Infertility is a developmental crisis for couples and leaves them grappling with a roller coaster of emotions, difficult decisions, the juggling of medical appointments, increased stress at a time that most of us expect to be simple and exciting. Risa’s guest today is Dr. Tara Simpson, a licensed psychologist in Maryland. Her special interests include providing counseling to individuals with issues related to reproductive health, including fertility issues, adjustment to utilizing assisted reproductive treatments, pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression. In addition, she works extensively with individuals an...

2017-03-1739 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 013 | The Key to Reaching ANY GoalDo you keep setting goals for yourself and get frustrated because you don’t reach them? Do you wish you knew what to do when your excuses keep getting in the way? Find out how four simple letters, G.O.A.P can be the key to reaching any goal and why the “P” is essential to kicking your excuses to the curb! If you haven’t already, be sure to listen to episode 012 of this podcast first to help you set up the first steps for success. In episode 002, Risa talked about the impo...

2017-03-0315 min

Relationship Boosters | Couples | Marriage | Intimacy| Love | Family | Counseling | Marriage Advice | Healthy Marriage 20: The Importance Of Good Physical Health And Your RelationshipThe importance of Good physical health & your Relationship Relationship Boosters Podcast Episode 20 Interview with Risa Ganel, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist & Fitness Coach. Risa has a passion to help couples strengthen themselves physically and emotionally to develop strong relationships. GET OUR SHOW NOTES WWW.RELATIONSHIPBOOSTERS.COM

2017-03-0123 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 012 | Stop The OverwhelmIf I have to add one more thing to my to do list, I’m going to fall apart! So many of us feel like that and we also feel like we never get to the things that truly matter to us. It leaves us feeling drained, demoralized, like we’ve messed up and failed. Join Risa and her extra, extra special guest (you’ll see why when you listen!) and implement her three strategies for stopping the overwhelm. You’ll feel more fulfilled and aligned with your values. It will boost your energy and reduce y...

2017-02-2418 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 011 | Marriage Minute: 5 Tips to Show AppreciationBig AHA! moments are not the cornerstone of helping relationships change. It’s the small things that have a big impact. Expressing appreciation will change how you see your spouse and will help you really connect to the true goodness of experiencing something outside of yourself that you spouse brings to you every day. Take notice of it, express appreciation for it and make your relationship stronger! Tune in for 5 tips on how to truly express appreciation to your spouse. We’d love to hear what topics you want us to talk about! Leave us a voice mess...

2017-02-1613 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 010 | 5 Tips to Enjoy Valentine's DayLove it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you’d like to enjoy the day and not run into dashed hopes or unmet expectations this year, tune in for 5 tips that will help you enjoy the day and connect to what it is truly about…LOVE. We’d love to hear what topics you want us to talk about! Leave us a voice message right on our website. It’s quick and easy at www.togethercouplescounseling.com/podcast and your topic may just be our next episode! Take the real Love...

2017-02-0913 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 009 | Exercise to Reduce Anxiety and DepressionOnly 10% of all therapists evaluate and support the role fitness and nutrition plays in their client’s lives. I’ve been a therapist for 26 years and a fitness coach for 7 years and its long past time I started to combine the two in order to integrate all the parts and support every aspect of your life. Depression and anxiety, inflammation and exercise are our topic today. Learn about the effects of medication versus exercise in treating depression and anxiety and the role inflammation plays in mental health. You have in your control the ability to redu...

2017-02-0217 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 008 | Moms Run This Town with Guest Melissa KistlerHave you ever thought to yourself, “I wish I could run a half marathon” or “Wow, it’s so cool that she runs, but I could never do that” or did you make a resolution to get into running this New Year and maybe you’ve fallen off the wagon? Or maybe you just want to meet some really inspiring positive women and expand your circle of friends! You can do it and there is support out there and it’s free too! Take a listen to this episode of my interview with co-leader of the Howard County chapter...

2017-01-2629 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 007 | Marriage Minute: The KEY to Arguing with Your SpouseIt’s inevitable that even in the healthiest marriage you will argue with your spouse. In this Marriage Minute episode, learn one KEY tool that every couple should use to manage those arguments. When your commitment is to the longevity of your relationship, the well-being of your partner and to deepening your understanding of one another, this tool will help you get stronger together! We’d love to hear what topics you want us to talk about! Leave us a voice message right on our website. It’s quick and easy at www.togethercouplescounseling.com/podcast and your to...

2017-01-1907 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 006 | Is it Chatting or Cheating?Is it just a platonic friendship? What are the signs that it’s not? Is a physical affair the only way to betray a marriage? Tune in to this episode to learn some of the signs that indicate an emotional affair may be occurring and how it drains the emotional energy away from your marriage. We’d love to hear what topics you want us to talk about! Leave us a voice message right on our website. It’s quick and easy at www.togethercouplescounseling.com/podcast and your topic may just be our next episode! To ge...

2017-01-1219 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 005 | The Importance of Dating Your SpouseDo you put dating your spouse at the bottom of your to do list? Do you think, “Oh, we’ll get back to that once the kids are out of the house”. Join Risa and her very special guest to hear why dating your spouse is essential for your kids well-being and the future of your marriage. We’d love to hear what topics you want us to talk about! Use the contact form on our website at www.togethercouplescounseling.com/contact-us and your topic may just be our next episode! To get you...

2017-01-0520 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 004 | New Year Resolution Stress - 6 Tips to Make Your Resolutions StickMaking New Year resolutions is one thing. Remaining resolute and seeing them through is quite another. – Alex Morritt This time of year is stressful! And, if you’re anything like Risa, the pressure to make New Year Resolutions can add to that stress. We all want to ‘be better” at all kinds of things in 2017, and our inboxes are stuffed to the gills with emails that overwhelm us and make us feel inadequate. This New Year, beat the overwhelm and do it differently. Risa will help you use the physiology of the human brain to employ better, more eff...

2016-12-2922 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 003 | This is Us- When Fear Overtakes UsLove is what we are born with. Fear is what we learn here. –Marianne Williamson This is Us…Risa’s favorite show on TV and she just had to talk about the episode called The Trip. Fear takes over and we see how, in one family when they operate from fear it has ripple effects and gets in the way of love and connection. This is something we all struggle with, including Risa. Hear her candidly share her own recent struggle with fear and learn 3 tips for moving from fear back to love. Are you operat...

2016-12-2218 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 002 | Try Something NewIt’s ironic how we feel most ALIVE when our heart skips a few beats! While routines and predictability are important to our well-being, it is essential that we balance that stability with novelty. When was the last time you tried something new? In this episode, Risa talks about the importance of trying new things to enrich your life physically, emotionally and in your most important relationships. Make it part of your plan to find ways to feel more alive in 2017. Getting stronger together includes sharing your feedback with me! Please subscribe to this podcast and take a m...

2016-12-1212 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 001 | Listen More...Talk LessAs huge fan of the musical, Hamilton, Risa invites you to Talk Less….Listen More. As Risa stated in Episode 000, though this is not a political podcast, many of our relationships are being impacted by the divisive election campaign and results of 2016. Holiday gatherings are contentious, adult children aren’t talking to their parents and friendships are being challenged. In this episode, Risa invites you to find ways to talk less, listen more and gain a deeper understanding of those who have different view-points than yours so that we can maintain connections and grow stronger together even when we disa...

2016-12-1220 min

Stronger Together with Risa Ganel, LCMFT | Relationship Empowerment 000 | Welcome to the Stronger Together PodcastWelcome to the Introduction episode of the Stronger Together Podcast. Risa Ganel, LCMFT is your host and each week will provide empowerment, encouragement, information, tips, free resources, and support from an expert who helps you ignite every aspect of your life: Your marriage, friendships, fitness, health, emotional well-being, career, and commitment to life and love. Each focused episode is designed to give you strategies and action steps you can use as an individual and as part of a couple – helping you become a stronger person, partner, parent, and the best version of yourself in everything yo...

2016-12-1208 min