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  • Father's Day Special "She Can't Control Me: Understanding the Relationship Dynamic Beneath the Conflict"

    Father's Day Special "She Can't Control Me: Understanding the Relationship Dynamic Beneath the Conflict"
    2026/06/21
    Send us Fan MailFather's Day Special "She Can't Control Me: Understanding the Relationship Dynamic Beneath the Conflict"Why do so many couples get stuck in the cycle of:"Stop trying to control me."And..."I'm not trying to control you. I'm trying to help."In this Father's Day special episode, Tammy Austin, LMHC, is joined by Dr. Rick Adams to explore one of the most common communication and conflict patterns couples face.Together, they discuss:✔ Why men may hear concern as criticism rather than support✔ The invisible mental and emotional load many women carry in relationships✔ How emotional abandonment can occur even when couples remain together✔ Why women may begin to feel unseen, emotionally unsafe, unsupported, or insecure in the relationship✔ The difference between healthy influence and control✔ The pursuer-withdrawer cycle that keeps couples stuck✔ Practical communication strategies to foster emotional safety, connection, and healthier conflict resolutionThis episode encourages couples to move beyond blame and defensiveness to better understand the emotions and unmet needs that often lie beneath recurring conflict.KEY TAKEAWAYSWhat appears to be control is often a deeper conversation about emotional safety, partnership, and support.What sounds like criticism is often filtered through personal history, insecurities, and unmet emotional needs.Emotional abandonment is not always physical absence. It can occur when one partner repeatedly feels unheard, unsupported, or emotionally alone.Healthy relationships require both autonomy and connection, respect and vulnerability, accountability and compassion.The goal is not to win the argument—it is to understand the experience behind the argument.FREE RELATIONSHIP CHECK-IN ASSESSMENTNot sure where your relationship stands right now?Take my Couples Relationship Assessment Check-In to gain insight into your communication patterns, emotional connection, conflict style, and areas for growth.Access the FREE assessment here:https://it-s-just-one-chapter-coaching.kit.com/18b1c5cad7This quick assessment is a great first step toward understanding your relationship dynamics and identifying opportunities for deeper connection.RELATIONSHIP RESOURCERe-Pattern Couples Conflict in 30 DaysReady to break unhealthy communication cycles and learn healthier ways to navigate conflict?This self-paced course helps couples:• Identify recurring conflict patterns• Improve communication skills• Develop emotional safety• Learn practical repair strategiesPurchase here:https://itsjustonechaptercoaching.thrivecart.com/repattern-couple-conflict/Transform the way you communicate, reconnect with your partner, and begin creating healthier patterns—one conversation at a time.RELATIONSHIP COACHINGIf you and your partner are looking for more personalized support, Tammy offers relationship coaching packages designed to help couples:• Improve communication• Strengthen emotional connection• Navigate recurring conflict• Rebuild trust and intimacy• Develop healthier relationship patternsLearn more here:https://itsjustonechaptercoaching.thrivecart.com/relationship-coaching-packages/Schedule a Relationship Coaching Discovery Call:https://calendly.com/bookwithtammy/relationshipcoachingdiscoverycallTake the first step toward creating the relationship you both desire. Sometimes one conversation can begin to change everything.ABOUT TODAY'S GUESTDr. Rick Adams is the President and CEO of MindWay International, LLC and brings more than 30 years of experience as a Licensed Psychotherapist, College Professor, Clinical Supervisor, and consultant.He is a Qualified Clinical Supervisor for Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Clinical Social Work, and also serves as a Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator.Dr. Rick is a nationally recognized speaker and consultant who has dedicated his career to helping individuals, couples, families, and organizations navigate communication challenges, conflict resolution, and personal growth.Connect with Dr. Rick Adams here:https://www.mindwayinternational.com/contactABOUT YOUR HOSTTammy Austin, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Relationship Coach, Author, Speaker, and Host of Therapy Unchained: After Session Thoughts.Tammy specializes in helping adults and couples navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, infidelity recovery, divorce adjustment, and emotional wellness.Through her therapy practice, coaching programs, books, and podcast, Tammy is passionate about helping people heal, grow, and create healthier, more authentic relationships.Because healing isn't about perfection—it's about learning new ways to connect, communicate, and thrive.CONNECT WITH TAMMY🌿 Journeys End Counselinghttps://www.journeysendcounseling.com🌿 It's Just One Chapter Coachinghttps://www.itsjustonechaptercoaching.com🎙️ Subscribe to Therapy Unchained: After Session Thoughts for honest ...
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  • Is It Me or My Hormones?

    Is It Me or My Hormones?
    2026/02/01

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    🎧The content of this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. It should not be used as a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare provider. Always speak with your medical practitioner before making any changes to your health or wellness routine. Episode Title: Is It Me or My Hormones?

    Guest: Sherrine Richmond, NP | Founder of Your Will Wellness
    Host: Tammy Austin, LMHC | Mindset & Relationship Coach

    💬 Episode Summary

    In this insightful episode, Tammy Austin sits down with Nurse Practitioner Sherrine Richmond of YourWillWellness.com
    to unpack a question many women silently ask: Is it me… or my hormones?

    We explore how hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause impact mood, energy, mental clarity, identity, and relationships. Sherrine breaks down the misunderstood signs of hormone imbalance and shares how holistic and personalized wellness care can help women feel aligned again—mentally, emotionally, and physically.

    The episode closes with a powerful conversation on emotional health, identity, and hormonal changes, setting the stage for an upcoming Part 2 (and possibly Part 3).

    🧠 Key Topics Covered

    • Understanding perimenopause and menopause beyond hot flashes
    • Hormones and emotional health: Is it burnout, mood swings, or something deeper?
    • How hormonal changes influence identity and relationship dynamics
    • Myths and truths about HRT, labs, and alternative support
    • When to seek help and what questions to ask your provider

    📚 Resources Mentioned

    • 🔗 Sherrine Richmond, NP
      www.yourwillwellness.com

      📞 407-378-7976
    • 📖 Generation M: Living Well in Perimenopause and Menopause by Dr. Jessica Shepherd
    • 💻 Tammy’s coaching programs, books, and wellness resources:
      www.itsjustonechaptercoaching.com

    Thank you for listening. Please like and share. Share comments or topic ideas you would like to hear. Don't forget the new name of this podcast is Therapy Unchained After Session Thoughts.

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    49 分
  • Dance With My Father: The Legacy of Fathers

    Dance With My Father: The Legacy of Fathers
    2025/06/14

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    Father’s Day isn’t easy for everyone. For many, it brings up more silence than celebration—more questions than closure.

    In this deeply personal and healing episode, host Tammy Austin, LMHC, is joined by Robbin Lacey and Jujuan Young Battle, MS, RMHCI for an honest conversation about the emotional, psychological, and relational imprint fathers leave behind—whether they were present, absent, emotionally unavailable, or everything in between.

    Using the iconic song "Dance with My Father" as a metaphor, we explore:

    • The protective and foundational role of fathers
    • The silent pain of father wounds
    • How the absence of a father shapes adult identity, love, and boundaries
    • The impact on both women and men
    • Ways to reparent the self and reclaim emotional safety
    • What healing the “father gap” can look like—through therapy, community, and inner work

    Whether your father was your anchor, your ache, or your unknown—this episode holds space for your story and your healing.

    Thank you for listening. Please like and share. Share comments or topic ideas you would like to hear. Don't forget the new name of this podcast is Therapy Unchained After Session Thoughts.

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    48 分
  • Pearls of Wisdom

    Pearls of Wisdom
    2024/06/16

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    Welcome to "Pearls of Wisdom," a transformative podcast hosted by Tammy Austin, a dedicated Therapist and Mindset Coach. Join Tammy as she delves into enlightening conversations with remarkable guests, Dr. Latora Grant and Keisha Ware. In this episode, they share their inspiring journeys to wisdom, revealing how they've turned life’s challenges into powerful growth opportunities.

    Listen in as they discuss their personal experiences, the lessons they've learned, and the strategies they've developed to navigate adversity. "Pearls of Wisdom" is more than just a podcast; it's a community of like-minded individuals who are committed to leaning into life's opportunities to cultivate wisdom and growth in their own lives.

    Tune in and be inspired to create your own pearls of wisdom, transforming challenges into stepping stones on your path to personal and professional fulfillment.

    Thank you for listening. Please like and share. Share comments or topic ideas you would like to hear. Don't forget the new name of this podcast is Therapy Unchained After Session Thoughts.

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    45 分
  • Alone But Not Lonely Choosing You Every Day

    Alone But Not Lonely Choosing You Every Day
    2024/05/21

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    Welcome to "Alone But Not Lonely: Choosing You Every Day," a special episode of the podcast "Life's Journey: Stories of Trials and Triumphs." I'm your host, Tammy Austin, and I'm passionate about the transformative power of choosing oneself. Sometimes, we find ourselves alone—not by choice, but by circumstance. In today's episode, I'm joined by Jujuan Young Battle, a pre-licensed clinician and the business owner of Positive Impact in Orlando, Florida. Together, we explore the profound impact of making deliberate choices for our own well-being. Visit my website at www.therapyunchained.com to become a member and access a free download of your letter to yourself. #choose #AloneNotLonely #SelfLove #MindsetMatters

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    11 分
  • Letter To Myself: Embracing Change

    Letter To Myself: Embracing Change
    2024/05/14

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    Welcome to the newly renamed podcast, "Life's Journey: Stories of Trials and Triumphs." I'm your host, Tammy Austin, and I love exploring and celebrating resilience. Today, my guests are Jacqelyn Jordan, LMHC, and Kelly McDougald, Designer and Owner of Kaydee Mane Collection. We're diving into the topic of embracing change. Life doesn't always unfold as we expect, and learning to control our controllables is crucial. This is Episode 2 of a three-part series. Check out my website at www.therapyunchained.com and become a member to access a free download for your letter to yourself.

    Thank you for listening. Please like and share. Share comments or topic ideas you would like to hear. Don't forget the new name of this podcast is Therapy Unchained After Session Thoughts.

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    23 分
  • Letter To Myself, Goodbye 2023, Hello 2024

    Letter To Myself, Goodbye 2023, Hello 2024
    2024/01/07

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    In this episode of Letter to Myself, my guests Dr. Brooke Brimm and Ms. Vanessa Bradford join me in sharing challenges, triumphs and insights from 2023. This is the first of a 3 part series in which some of the women who inspired me in 2023 agreed to take the challenge and reflect on the year.

    Thank you for listening. Please like and share. Share comments or topic ideas you would like to hear. Don't forget the new name of this podcast is Therapy Unchained After Session Thoughts.

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    28 分
  • Finding Peace: Understanding Spiritual and Emotional Battles of the Mind

    Finding Peace: Understanding Spiritual and Emotional Battles of the Mind
    2023/06/29

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    Did you know that spiritual doors, like childhood trauma can affect generations of famiies and individuals? Anxiety, depression can be rooted in our emotional makeup, as well as our spiritual makeup. Have you noticed certain patterns of behavior, beliefs or tragedies in your family? Do you want to make different choices yet feel that you may follow the same path as others in your family? How does abuse in childhood affect the parent-child relationship? So many questions, we offer some insight.

    My guest in this episode is Melinda Michelle, author and Spiritual Warfare Trainer. She is the author of numerous books to create greater understand of spiritual dilemmas, real life experiences and insight. Melinda's website is https:.//www.michelemichelle21.com

    Podcast host Tammy Austin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Life Coach, Relationship Coach and Author. Living Beyond My Representative: A 90 Day Customizable Journey for Authentic Living can be purchased at https://amzn.to/43CLHqb. For additional resources visit https://www.Therapyunchained.com to watch the video podcast use the link here https://youtu.be/bjCDT2si_kM

    The podcast is provided for personal enrichment and informational purposes. https://therapyunchained.com/podcastoverview

    Thank you for listening. Please like and share. Share comments or topic ideas you would like to hear. Don't forget the new name of this podcast is Therapy Unchained After Session Thoughts.

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    1 時間 13 分