Best Marriagecounseling Podcasts (2025)

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247. Unlocking Communication Skills for Real Vulnerability & Breakthrough in Your Marriage w/ Monika Farhadi (Part 2) 48:56

39m ago48:56

48:56

This week on the podcast, we are back in the studio with our guest from last week, Monika Farhadi! We’re tackling the barriers that keep couples from truly opening up, the difference between hearing and actually listening, and how to create a safe space for vulnerability. Monika shares powerful insights on navigating difficult conversations, recogn…

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Penn Gets A Colonoscopy (with Special Guest Brooks Bell) 44:40

1d ago44:40

44:40

Colon cancer runs in my family. Between that and having ulcerative colitis (that is now in remission) I get a colonoscopy every couple years. By 2030, colon cancer is predicted to be the top cancer death for people younger than 50. That's why it's important to get your cancer screenings when they are recommended. And this year, it is Penn's turn to…

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257: Renewing the Mind (Part 1) 20:53

1d ago20:53

20:53

In this episode of the Biblical Counseling Podcast, host Pastor Jeff Christianson talks about renewing the mind, based on Bible verses like Romans 12:2 and Ephesians 4:17-19. He shares his journey of transformation through studying the Bible and biblical counseling. Pastor Jeff explains that before following Christ, the world influences many people…

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Boundaries & What's Right 55:51

7d ago55:51

55:51

Explore the tension between personal experience and factual correctness in relationships, particularly in boundary-setting and decision-making. The hosts discuss how relying too heavily on logic and research to "win" arguments can create gridlock and emotional disconnection, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, empathy, and slowing down difficu…

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246. Unlocking Communication Skills for Real Vulnerability & Breakthrough in Your Marriage w/ Monika Farhadi 51:19

7d ago51:19

51:19

This week on the podcast, we’re diving deep into the heart of communication with Monika Farhadi! We’re tackling the barriers that keep couples from truly opening up, the difference between hearing and actually listening, and how to create a safe space for vulnerability. Monika shares powerful insights on navigating difficult conversations, recogniz…

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ADHD In Women & Girls with Dr. Jennifer Gierisch & Dr. Julia Schechter 1:04:48

8d ago1:04:48

1:04:48

When we wrote our book, ADHD Is Awesome, we got to meet a lot of you on tour. Many of you felt seen for the first time and many of you had no idea you had ADHD until you read it and got diagnosed. The majority of you were women. If we had one regret in writing our book, it was that we did not include more about how different ADHD presents in girls …

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38. A Covenant Marriage (Andy and Laura Sink) 35:04

13d ago35:04

35:04

Andy and Laura Sink have been married for thirty-two years and live in Birmingham, Alabama. They have three adult children and one grandson, and are active members of Redeemer Community Church where they are leaders in marriage ministry. They are extremely passionate about helping married couples, and together they have been been facilitators of th…

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Rituals 47:45

14d ago47:45

47:45

This episode explores the importance of rituals in relationships, emphasizing how they create trust, connection, and predictability between partners. Whether it is daily acts, like greeting each other after work or having a bedtime routine, or larger, less frequent traditions, like weekly date nights, annual celebrations, or even rituals for person…

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New Starts & Picture Books 37:15

15d ago37:15

37:15

This week, we peek behind the curtain about some new starts and life updates... we talk about changes to our podcast (please weigh in about the name!) as well as speaking engagements, streaming shows, and writing a children's book. It was super special to reflect on our favorite children's books in our Top 5 this week as well as Lola's. Knowing tha…

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What Is A Negative Couples Cycle? 47:11

21d ago47:11

47:11

A negative couples cycle is a recurring pattern of interaction in which partners react to each other’s protective moves, escalating conflict rather than addressing the underlying emotions. Colter, Cayla, and Lauren illustrate how miscommunication and emotional defenses—such as criticism, defensiveness, or withdrawal—reinforce each other in a self-p…

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245. Feel Closer & More Connected in Just 14 Days: Your Guide to Embrace 20:58

21d ago20:58

20:58

Feel closer and more connected to your spouse in just 14 days! This week, we’re diving into Embrace—our brand-new resource designed to help couples grow closer and communicate better. We’re answering the most common questions from couples who want to know what Embrace is all about and whether it’s the right fit for their marriage. If you’ve ever fe…

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What's Up With DEI with Donald Thompson 51:56

22d ago51:56

51:56

Our podcast is a place to laugh, but it's also a safe space to get curious and learn. The rollback of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives have been a hot button issue in our nation. We wanted to dive into understanding DEI and the issues surrounding it, so we invited award-winning entrepreneur and inclusion expert, Donald Thompson, o…

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256: Conviction of the Holy Spirit - Pastor Jeff's Testimony 33:12

27d ago33:12

33:12

If you are a biblical counselor, you have come face to face with many forms of human brokenness. It is overwhelming at times to see the effects of human sinfulness and depravity in the world. Men and women live in circumstances touched by suffering, substance abuse, anger, conflict, bitterness, depression, grief, sexual immorality, and shame. The s…

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Sex: When To Say Yes & When To Say No 51:21

28d ago51:21

51:21

Today Colter, Cayla, and Lauren dive into the “taboo” topic of sex, offering advice on when to say yes and when to say no. This episode explores how partners can navigate differences in sexual desire by recognizing how things like stress, emotional connection, and personal preferences impact intimacy and why a simple "yes" or "no" isn’t always the …

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244. Respect for Him, Encouragement for Her: What Every Couple Needs to Know 44:35

28d ago44:35

44:35

In this episode, we’re tackling two game-changers for a strong marriage—respect and encouragement. If you’ve ever felt unappreciated or like your efforts go unnoticed, you’re not alone! Respect fuels a husband’s confidence and leadership, while encouragement reassures a wife that she’s valued and cherished. We’re breaking down what this looks like …

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Our Unqualified Advice (Part 2) 39:10

29d ago39:10

39:10

We're back! We had so much fun last week answering your questions that we decided to make a Part 2. (Welcome to the sequel!) This week, we tackle communication tips, teens growing up, cryptocurrency, and we end the show with our Top 5 worst sequels of all time. Did we miss your question? Send it to us for a future episode and if you missed Part 1 c…

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Boundaries 48:02

1M ago48:02

48:02

Today Colter, Lauren and Cayla dive into boundaries, emphasizing their importance in maintaining personal energy, trust, and healthy relationships. The hosts delve into the pitfalls of rigid or non-existent boundaries, offering strategies to navigate requests thoughtfully while prioritizing individual values and needs. By sharing real-life examples…

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243. Married & Craving Connection? Let’s Talk About Feeling Emotionally Pursued 39:13

1M ago39:13

39:13

In this episode, we’re talking about something every married couple craves—feeling emotionally pursued. It’s easy to assume love and connection will just happen, but over time, life gets busy, routines take over, and that intentional pursuit can start to fade. So, what does it really mean to feel emotionally pursued? How can you keep that deep conn…

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Our Unqualified Advice (Part 1) 56:02

1M ago56:02

56:02

We love to hear from our listeners, so this week we decided to try something new... we give very unqualified advice to all your questions! We give advice about college, making friends, negative comments, and a very controversial question from "Scooter." (Are you team frontsies or backsies?) Also, we give a life update about a recent trip to Charles…

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37. The Passion of Avon & Valorie 36:14

1M ago36:14

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Avon and Valorie Banks have devoted over thirty years to serving God's people, focusing on strengthening marriages and families. Both are U.S. Army veterans and became certified marriage facilitators in 2006. They founded a Marriage Ministry that utilizes Christ-centered teachings, coaching, and retreats to assist hundreds of couples in building he…

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242. Young Married & Fighting Fair: Turning Conflict Into Connection with Tyler & Connie Boyd 1:08:19

1M ago1:08:19

1:08:19

In this episode, we dive into conflict resolution and forgiveness with Tyler and Connie Boyd, exploring how young married couples can navigate disagreements without letting them spiral out of control. They share personal stories of arguments they handled well (and not so well), along with practical strategies for discussing sensitive topics and mov…

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Pursuers 58:39

1M ago58:39

58:39

We hate absolutes, but are pretty confident in saying that every relationship has a pursuer and a withdrawer. In this two part series we are breaking down each of these roles, how to help, how to love, how to communicate. And if there are two podcasts you listen to of ours let this be them! In this episode we discuss: The protective moves that purs…

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Parenting Isn’t About You with Dr. Hope Seidel 36:30

1M ago36:30

36:30

When we wrote our book Everybody Fights, So Why Not Get Better At It we talked about magic words in a relationship. There are phrases you can say during discussions or arguments that help bring down the temperature or help each other open up - so couldn't there be the same for our kids? This week, we bring back one of our all-time favorite guests, …

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241. Young Married, Let’s Talk Sex: Building Romance and Connection with Tyler & Connie Boyd 1:07:06

2M ago1:07:06

1:07:06

In this episode, we get real with Tyler and Connie Boyd about sex, romance, and staying connected in the early years of marriage. From setting healthy expectations for intimacy to navigating tough topics like porn struggles and vulnerability, we cover it all. Tyler and Connie open up about their own journey—what helped them talk openly about their …

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Withdrawers 36:08

2M ago36:08

36:08

We hate absolutes, but are pretty confident in saying that every relationship has a pursuer and a withdrawer. In this two part series we are breaking down each of these roles, how to help, how to love, how to communicate. And if there are two podcasts you listen to of ours let this be them! In this episode, we discuss: The protective moves that wit…

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Curiosity Helps Couples with Casey & Meygan Caston 41:41

2M ago41:41

41:41

We’ve done some episodes before about questions for your spouse (especially when we were all quarantining in the pandemic and looking for stuff to do) but this episode goes deeper. In this podcast, we talk to Casey and Meygan Caston, authors of 365 Connecting Questions for Couples. It’s an entire year of open-ended questions to use (so if you’re tr…

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255: Helping Others Cultivate a Life of Prayer 32:46

2M ago32:46

32:46

Podcast Episode for Biblical Counselors in Training Helping Others Cultivate a Life of Prayer As a Biblical counselor, have you ever wondered how to equip those you serve to develop a meaningful and effective prayer life? This week’s episode of the Biblical Counseling Podcast with Pastor Jeff Christianson dives deep into the essential role of praye…

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You Can Either Be Right Or Be In A Relationship. 57:30

2M ago57:30

57:30

In this episode Colter, Cayla, and Lauren dive through what it means to be relational over being right. We've heard it said before that you can be right or you can be in a relationship. Which is so hard when you like being right as much as we all do! We also dig through how we get so focused on the content of the conversation but how the process is…

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240. Young Married, One Vision: Building Spiritual Growth and Purpose with Tyler & Connie Boyd 48:37

2M ago48:37

48:37

We’re continuing our conversation with Tyler and Connie Boyd and this week we are talking about aligning your personal and spiritual goals early in marriage to create a shared vision for the future. They share how they’ve balanced their individual relationships with God while growing together in faith, plus the spiritual habits that have fueled the…

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We're Going All In 42:04

2M ago42:04

42:04

We're back! During the first weeks of a new year, Kim historically freaks out and copes by setting goals. As for me (Penn) I am not a goal setter. This week, Ann Marie helps us go back in time to last year's New Year Resolutions to see what stuck and what didn't. I also give my Top 5 things I am looking forward to. Thanks for being back with us aft…

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239. Young Married Life Unfiltered: Navigating Connection & Communication with Tyler & Connie Boyd 45:54

2M ago45:54

45:54

In this episode, we’re chatting with Tyler and Connie Boyd about what it takes to build a strong emotional connection in those early years of marriage. From the small daily habits that deepen intimacy to tackling communication breakdowns, they’re sharing their real-life experiences and practical tips. We’ll dive into the kinds of conversations that…

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Individuation Is The Key To Your Relationship 46:53

2M ago46:53

46:53

In today's episode Colter, Lauren and Cayla explore the relationship between emotional needs and actionable requests in the context of individuation. They discuss how recognizing individual differences and pairing emotional needs with specific requests can enhance communication and connection in relationships. The episode highlights practical strat…

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490: The Window of Tolerance And Staying Emotionally Regulated 52:45

2M ago52:45

52:45

In this episode of Relationship Advice, Colter Bloxom, Lauren Mokarry, and Cayla Bozovich explore the concept of the "Window of Tolerance," a framework developed by Dr. Dan Siegel. They discuss its importance in maintaining emotional regulation and improving relationships. The hosts delve into how understanding this concept can help navigate stress…

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254: A New Year: Following Jesus as a Disciple 34:14

2M ago34:14

34:14

Living daily by God's grace depends upon getting to know Him and then walking in the humility and faith that result from fellowship with Him. There are four ways to relate rightly to the Lord in humility and faith: Living By The Spirit, Living By Resurrection Power, Living By The Sufficiency Of God Living By The Promises Of God. (Matthew 28:19 NKJV…

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489: What Can You Learn After 500 Episodes? Chase Celebration! 54:05

3M ago54:05

54:05

On this episode, Colter, Cayla, and Lauren sit down with the long-running Relationship Advice podcast host Chase Kosterlitz as he reflects on ten years of hosting, sharing key lessons/insights about relationships and emphasizing the importance of friendships and somatic practices for personal growth and relational well-being. In this episode we dis…

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36. The Dynamic Couple - Rich and Patty Green! 34:58

3M ago34:58

34:58

Marriage Dynamics is excited to host Master Facilitators, Rich and Patty Green. Rich is Campus Pastor of Compass Christian Church in Colleyville, Texas, and his wife Patty is Memory Care Director and a published author. The Green's leadership (in person) as well as online, continues to have exceptional influence on couples around the country. You'l…

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Behind The Music with Our Team (Part 2) 31:06

3M ago31:06

31:06

Welcome to Part 2 of Behind The Music with Our Team! (If you haven't heard Part 1, you can tune in here.) Every year on the podcast we do a round-up of our favorite moments, but this year we decided to do something a little different. This week we kick off a two-part series "behind the music" with Ann Marie Taepke and Sam Allen, our two of our inte…

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488: Foundations of a Healthy Relationship 51:32

3M ago51:32

51:32

This episode introduces the foundations of a healthy relationship through four key pillars. Colter, Cayla, and Lauren use relatable examples, such as navigating differing preferences in dance lessons or understanding the dynamic between pursuers and withdrawers, to illustrate these concepts. They emphasize the importance of shared language, emotion…

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Behind The Music with Our Team (Part 1) 35:01

3M ago35:01

35:01

Every year on the podcast we do a round-up of our favorite moments, but this year we decided to do something a little different. This week we kick off a two-part series "behind the music" with Ann Marie Taepke and Sam Allen, our two of our integral team members. We had so much fun in this podcast, it had to be two parts. In Part One, we share our f…

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