Saying the Wrong Name, Comparing Yourself, and Locking It Down

This week, Jeff and his guest co-host Amanda Feaver, LPC, dive into a relatable topic: feeling insecure in a new relationship. Their caller opens up about her struggle to find a balance between wanting to ask for more and fearing she might scare this new guy off by being too “needy.” Jeff and Amanda provide insightful advice on how to communicate your needs without feeling overbearing, emphasizing that labels like "needy" and "overbearing" are often just stories we tell ourselves in the first place, and there's nothing wrong with voicing what we need in any relationship. Tune in to learn how to ask for what you want while maintaining a healthy relationship dynamic.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Big Dating Energy: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://instagram.com/theclimatetherapist/Jeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

26 Mars 20241h 10min

Whitney Goodman is a licensed marriage and family therapist, author (Toxic Positivity), and creator of Calling Home, the first online community for adults seeking to improve family relationships and break generational patterns of dysfunction. She joins Jeff this week for a candid conversation about difficult family dynamics, including what can happen when you make the tough call to go no contact with your parents. It's an episode packed with real talk and real insights, exploring the complexities of adult family relationships.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Big Dating Energy: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Follow Whitney on Instagram: @sitwithwhitListen to the Calling Home podcastJeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

19 Mars 20241h 1min

This week on Problem Solved, Jeff welcomes back sex and relationship therapist Claire Perelman (AKA Sex Clarified) to help answer all your sex and relationship questions. You wanted to know how to keep that spark alive as things get comfy, why it seems like guys might be initiating sex less, what to do about those weird sex dreams you'd rather not be having, and why body hair is still such a vexed topic. It's an episode full of candid conversations and expert insights on all things sex and relationships.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Big Dating Energy: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/More from Claire: https://linktr.ee/sexclarifiedJeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 Mars 20241h 4min

This week on the podcast, join Jeff and guest co-host, sex and relationship therapist Claire Perelman (AKA Sex Clarified), as they delve into the world of dominant/submissive relationships with a caller. Together, they offer valuable insights on how to navigate this journey with open communication, ensuring it is a fulfilling experience for everyone involved. They emphasize the importance of trust and provide guidance on how to express desires and boundaries. Then, we get to listen in on the caller's follow-up, as she shares how applying this newfound knowledge played out over the last week.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Big Dating Energy: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/More from Claire: https://linktr.ee/sexclarifiedJeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 Mars 20241h 7min

This week, Jeff and his guest co-host, sex and relationship therapist, Julie Jeske, help Niki from the Double Teamed podcast deal with feeling insecure about wanting more communication from a new partner. Plus, Niki also shares some tips of her own for how to navigate jealousy in non-monogamous relationships.Need more mental health podcasts? Explore more podcasts here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Big Dating Energy: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Keep up with Julie Jeske on Instagram @julie_jeske and at her website portlandsextherapy.comKeep up with Double Teamed Podcast:Website: doubleteamedpodcast.comInstagram: @doubleteamedpodcastTwitter: @doubleteamedpodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleteamedpodcastJeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

27 Feb 20241h 16min

In this, the debut episode of Problem Solved, your host, Jeff Guenther, LPC (AKA Therapy Jeff) and guest co-host, sex and relationship therapist, Julie Jeske, help best friend duo and hosts of the Excuse My Friend podcast, Julia and Alexis, (better known to their nearly 7 million TikTok followers as the hilariously loveable Heartlyn Rae) tackle the uncomfortable practice of expressing vulnerability without getting defensive. Listen to find out if Alexis and Julia's walls stay up or if they take Julie and Jeff's advice to heart.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Big Dating Energy here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Keep up with Julie Jeske on Instagram @julie_jeske and at her website portlandsextherapy.comFollow Heartlyn Rae on Instagram @heartlynrae and TikTok @heartlynraeListen to Jeff on Heartlyn Rae's podcast Excuse My FriendJeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Feb 20241h 10min

Jeff Guenther, LPC (AKA Therapy Jeff) breaks down his new podcast, Problem Solved. Each week, this podcast embarks on a new mission, exploring, analyzing, and hopefully solving common problems that as humans we all experience. Guests engage in thoughtful, patient conversation, identifying areas of their lives they feel need improvement. Through open discussion, Problem Solved provides a refreshing "Masked Magician" perspective into both the world of self improvement and mental health.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Big Dating Energy here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/DISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

19 Feb 20244min