Marriage Rehab: Exposing Narcissistic & Emotional Abuse
Marriage Recovery Center
57 episodes
5 months ago
In this final episode of Mad.In.Love before our exciting rebrand to Marriage Rehab, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Laurel Slade-Waggoner, a licensed therapist, author, and host of the Help! I Have a Narcissist in My Life podcast. Laurel has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate narcissistic and emotionally abusive relationships, making her an invaluable guest as we explore the journey of healing, personal transformation, and relational recovery. Together, Dr. Hawkins and Laurel dis...
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In this final episode of Mad.In.Love before our exciting rebrand to Marriage Rehab, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Laurel Slade-Waggoner, a licensed therapist, author, and host of the Help! I Have a Narcissist in My Life podcast. Laurel has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate narcissistic and emotionally abusive relationships, making her an invaluable guest as we explore the journey of healing, personal transformation, and relational recovery. Together, Dr. Hawkins and Laurel dis...
In this final episode of Mad.In.Love before our exciting rebrand to Marriage Rehab, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Laurel Slade-Waggoner, a licensed therapist, author, and host of the Help! I Have a Narcissist in My Life podcast. Laurel has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate narcissistic and emotionally abusive relationships, making her an invaluable guest as we explore the journey of healing, personal transformation, and relational recovery. Together, Dr. Hawkins and Laurel dis...
In this inspiring episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Kathy Young, a certified trauma-informed mental health coach and survivor of 34 years of narcissistic and emotional abuse. Kathy shares her remarkable journey from enduring decades of emotional harm to transforming her life and helping others navigate similar challenges. Kathy discusses how her personal experiences shaped her understanding of abuse and healing, the key insights she gained from workshops on narcissistic and e...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover tackle the dynamics of therapist-client relationships in a special installment of "Dr. Hawkins’ Reacts!" With Katie Buckley as the producer, they dive into real-life Reddit stories that highlight common struggles in therapy, including clients repeatedly canceling sessions, the concept of therapist neutrality, and maintaining healthy boundaries between clinicians and clients. Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan share their profes...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Sheila Wray Gregoire, author of The Great Sex Rescue, for an impactful conversation on challenging harmful evangelical teachings about sex and marriage. Sheila shares her journey into this work, including what inspired her to conduct the largest-ever study on evangelical women’s marital and sexual satisfaction. Together, they delve into troubling beliefs uncovered by Sheila’s research, explore how these teachings contribute to harm an...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Ernest Hart, a seasoned clinician at the Marriage Recovery Center, to explore the complexities of family interventions in the context of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and emotional abuse. Together, they discuss the unique challenges families face when attempting to confront destructive dynamics and the essential steps to stage a successful and compassionate intervention. Ernest shares insights from his extensive experien...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes back Karla Downing, award-winning author, speaker, and founder of ChangeMyRelationship.com. In her previous episode, Karla shares powerful insights from her book 10 Lifesaving Principles for Women in Difficult Marriages, offering practical tools and wisdom for women navigating challenging relationships. In Part 2, Dr. Hawkins and Karla continue their conversation as they dive deeper into the topics they did not get to in the Part 1.&n...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Dr. Carol Tanksley, author of Sexpectations, and MRC clinician Jill Stenerson to discuss the intersection of sexual intimacy, emotional abuse, and narcissistic behaviors in relationships. Together, they explore what healthy intimacy looks like, how to heal from sexual harm caused by abuse, and practical steps toward sexual wholeness. Whether you're recovering from past trauma or navigating challenges in your current relationship, ...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Dr. John Hudson and Ernest Hart to explore the Marriage Intensive Programs offered at the Marriage Recovery Center. These intensive sessions provide high-conflict couples with focused, in-person work over the course of three transformative days. The conversation highlights the importance of setting realistic expectations, reviewing the Couple’s Readiness Document, and preparing for a productive experience. The team also addresses ...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Karla Downing, award-winning author, speaker, and founder of ChangeMyRelationship.com. Karla shares powerful insights from her book 10 Lifesaving Principles for Women in Difficult Marriages, offering practical tools and wisdom for women navigating challenging relationships. Together, they explore transformative principles such as "changing yourself, not them," "detaching with love," and "speaking your truth in love." Karla also addres...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins sits down with special guest Dr. Stephanie Holmes, a psychologist and counselor specializing in neurodiverse relationships. Together, they explore the intersection of autism, neurodivergence, and emotionally abusive traits within intimate relationships. Dr. Holmes shares insights into common patterns and challenges neurodivergent couples face, often misunderstood as emotionally abusive behaviors. She highlights therapeutic strategies, the role...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Kent Darcie, founder of Adult Children of Divorce Ministries, to explore the lasting impact of parental divorce on adult children, especially in families with narcissistic or emotional abuse. Kent shares insights from his book Choose a Better Path: Overcoming the Impact of Your Parents’ Divorce and discusses how unresolved family dynamics affect relationships, parenting, and emotional well-being. Together, they offer practical adv...
In this episode of Dr. Hawkins' Reacts, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover join Katie Buckley as she reads real-life relationship stories found online. These accounts detail complex situations, and Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan weigh in to determine if there are signs of emotional abuse. With their expert analysis and compassionate approach, they break down the behaviors, offer insights into what emotional abuse looks like, and provide guidance for anyone facing similar challenges. This episode...
In this episode, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Dr. Gregory Jantz, a renowned expert in mental health, to discuss the powerful intersections of anxiety, trauma, and social media. Together, they unpack how social media shapes perceptions of emotional abuse, often distorting reality and amplifying feelings of insecurity and fear. Dr. Jantz and Dr. Hawkins explore the ways anxiety and unresolved trauma can influence how individuals experience and respond to emotional abuse, as well as how the di...
In this episode of Dr. Hawkins' Reacts, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover tackle a heartfelt and thought-provoking email sent in by one of our listeners. Katie Buckley reads the email aloud, sharing the listener's personal story and struggles, prompting Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan to provide their expert insights and practical advice. Together, they unpack the emotional dynamics at play, addressing key questions about narcissism, emotional abuse, and steps toward healing. With their compassi...
In this insightful follow-up episode, Dr. David Hawkins is joined once again by Lucas Forstmeyer to explore a high-conflict case through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, they dive into the complexities of navigating toxic relationship dynamics, breaking down how IFS can help uncover the internal parts at play in both partners. Dr. Hawkins and Lucas provide a detailed and compassionate analysis, highlighting how self-awareness and accountability are key to breaking the cycl...
In this episode of Dr. Hawkins' Reacts, Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover dive into a fascinating discussion as Katie Buckley presents fictional character personality traits for their analysis. Together, they explore whether these characters exhibit narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) traits or simply display toxic or emotionally abusive behaviors. Through their expert insights, Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan break down the complexities of narcissistic tendencies versus full-blown NPD, prov...
In this episode of the Mad.In.Love podcast, Dr. David Hawkins is joined by Lucas Forstmeyer, a renowned practitioner and course creator specializing in Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, they explore the complex dynamics of narcissism, emotional abuse, and how specific patterns of behavior impact relationships.Lucas and Dr. Hawkins dive into the nuances of the term "narcissism," discussing when it's helpful to label behaviors and when it might be more effective to focus on specific patt...
In this insightful episode of the Mad.In.Love podcast, producer Katie Buckley brings real-life stories and questions from Reddit to the table, all centered around the theme of success in therapy. Joined by Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover, Katie reads a variety of posts from individuals seeking clarity on what to expect from therapy and what success should truly look like.Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan offer their professional perspectives, drawing from years of experience as clinicians, to re...
In this engaging episode of the Mad.In.Love podcast, Katie Buckley is joined by Dr. David Hawkins and Jonathan Glover to dive into stories and comments shared by our listeners. Katie reads aloud a selection of heartfelt and thought-provoking stories submitted by our audience, prompting Dr. Hawkins and Jonathan to provide their expert insights and reactions. Whether you're looking for guidance or simply curious to hear different perspectives, this episode offers valuable takeaways for anyone n...
In this episode of Mad.In.Love, Dr. David Hawkins explores the pervasive issue of loneliness in the modern world, a concern that has become increasingly prominent in the aftermath of the global pandemic. Joining him is Jack Eason, a seasoned speaker and advocate for the power of genuine human connections, who also serves as the Executive Director of Crossover CUPS Mission, making significant strides in bettering the lives of families and children across various countries.Jack shares his exten...
Marriage Rehab: Exposing Narcissistic & Emotional Abuse
In this final episode of Mad.In.Love before our exciting rebrand to Marriage Rehab, Dr. David Hawkins welcomes Laurel Slade-Waggoner, a licensed therapist, author, and host of the Help! I Have a Narcissist in My Life podcast. Laurel has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate narcissistic and emotionally abusive relationships, making her an invaluable guest as we explore the journey of healing, personal transformation, and relational recovery. Together, Dr. Hawkins and Laurel dis...
