06 | Therapist Panel: Empowering Women in Relationships

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In this episode of the Wisconsin Wellness Podcast, the host Laurie Groh, MS, LPC, SAS, and guests from Shoreside Therapies, Brandon Wells, MS, LPC; Kathleen Mack, MSW, LCSW; Kristen Holmes, MS, LPC; Ali Devine, MS, LPC, discuss various relationship issues.

They cover signs of an abusive relationship, the challenges of leaving unhealthy relationships, and the importance of prioritizing health and safety, especially during pregnancy. They also explore feelings of resentment in a relationship where one partner is unemployed and offer strategies for managing those emotions. The conversation concludes with a discussion on confronting infidelity and considering next steps in the relationship.

 Guests from Shoreside Therapies

🎙️ Brandon Wells, MS, LPC

🎙️ Kathleen Mack MSW, LCSW

🎙️ Kristen Holmes, MS, LPC

🎙️ Ali Devine, MS, LPC

Takeaways

Recognize the signs of an abusive relationship, such as on-and-off temperament and cycles of abusive behavior.

It is common for individuals to stay in unhealthy relationships for longer than necessary due to fear, uncertainty, and a fear of abandonment.

Prioritize health and safety, especially during pregnancy, and seek support in developing an exit plan from an abusive relationship.

Feelings of resentment in a relationship where one partner is unemployed are normal, but it is important to communicate needs and set boundaries.

Explore underlying emotions and seek individual support to process complex feelings and make informed decisions about the relationship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

01:30 Topic: Relationships

03:02 Chapter 1: Signs of an Abusive Relationship

04:55 Chapter 2: Staying in Unhealthy Relationships

06:40 Chapter 3: Fear and Abandonment in Leaving

07:56 Chapter 4: Prioritizing Health and Safety in Pregnancy

10:21 Chapter 5: Resentment in Unemployment

11:49 Chapter 6: Exploring Underlying Emotions

13:47 Chapter 7: Managing Resentment and Jealousy

18:31 Chapter 8: Confronting Infidelity

21:42 Chapter 9: Considering Next Steps

23:35 Conclusion and Farewell

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Laurie's Top 5 Recommended Books on Relationships:

1. ⁠ Attached
2. The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work 
3. The New Rules of Marriage
4. Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples
5. Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love 

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