Tanner Keegan Read
Tanner Keegan Read
What Couples Therapy Is All About with Bruce Chalmer
What Couples Therapy Is All About with Bruce Chalmer
What Couples Therapy Is All About with Bruce Chalmer
Thursday 4th September 2025
Explore couples therapy with Dr. Bruce Chalmer, discussing communication, intimacy, and overcoming relationship challenges.
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64 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Tanner Keegan Read
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Kindness, communication, and intimacy are crucial for healthy relationships.
- Fear often prevents men from seeking therapy, not a lack of care.
- Understanding emotional bank accounts can prevent relationship breakdowns.
- Individual therapy can sometimes harm marriages if not handled carefully.
- Mutual respect and understanding are key to overcoming relationship challenges.
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What can couples therapy teach us about love and relationships? This episode of Retrieving Sanity, featuring Keegan Read and Dr. Bruce Chalmer, is a treasure trove of insights into the art of maintaining healthy relationships. Dr. Chalmer, with his years of experience as a therapist, shares his journey in helping couples communicate better and overcome challenges. He dives into the importance of kindness, communication, and intimacy in relationships, while also discussing the stigma that often surrounds therapy. Dr.
Chalmer reveals that many therapists have a love-hate relationship with couples therapy, but he finds it incredibly rewarding. He shares his unique seven-word formula for couples in crisis: 'Be kind, don't panic, and have faith.' This deceptively simple advice offers a roadmap for couples looking to strengthen their bond. The episode also tackles the complexities of individual versus couples therapy and how these dynamics play out in real-life scenarios. Dr.
Chalmer discusses the role of fear in relationships, particularly how men often resist therapy due to fear rather than a lack of care. With humour and wisdom, Dr. Chalmer makes a compelling case for why understanding the emotional bank account in relationships is crucial. This episode is not just for those in relationships but for anyone interested in understanding the intricate dance of human connection. Could understanding your partner's fears and anxieties be the key to a happier relationship?
Listen to find out!