EP 16 Evolving Together: Our Therapy Experiences
Summary
In this episode, Jarrod and Dr. Nikki explore their experiences with individual and couples therapy, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems. They discuss their evolving perceptions of therapy, the importance of personal work before couples therapy, and the benefits of connecting with emotions. They emphasize how therapy improves communication, deepens understanding of each other's stories and insecurities, and strengthens emotional bonds. They recommend couples therapy for all relationships, highlighting the value of open and honest communication.
Takeaways
Therapy can be a valuable tool for personal growth and healing.
Personal development work can enhance the effectiveness of therapy.
Internal Family Systems therapy can help individuals identify and work with different parts of themselves.
Doing personal work before entering couples therapy can enhance communication and connection.
Therapy is not about fixing, but about understanding and healing.
Therapy can be life-changing and is most effective when the individual is ready to receive it.
Individual therapy can help with connecting to and understanding emotions, as well as making connections between past experiences and present challenges.
Couples therapy, specifically using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), can improve communication, rekindle emotional and physical bonds, and help understand each other's stories and insecurities.
Couples therapy is beneficial for all couples, regardless of the state of their relationship, and promotes open, honest, and vulnerable communication.
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Chapters
01:20 Introduction to Therapy Discussion
04:30 Discussion on Individual and Couples Therapy
18:28 Understanding and Labeling Different Parts of Ourselves in Therapy
24:08 The Importance of Individual Work Before Couples Therapy
26:02 Overview of Internal Family Systems Therapy
26:47 Conclusion and Individual Therapy Experience
34:32 The Role of Emotionally Focused Therapy
38:15 The Importance of Openness, Vulnerability, and Acceptance
44:56 Therapy as a Tool for Personal Growth and Strengthening Relationships