Do you ever feel like you're unable to fully embrace love or connect deeply with others? 

Many of us struggle to open up and be vulnerable due to negative experiences from our past, which creates emotional barriers that unconsciously hold us back or sabotage our relationships. 

It's frustrating and can be painful. You might find yourself repeating old patterns because they are familiar. We put up walls and can feel unworthy of love, despite our longing for closer, more intimate relationships.

Join me in a heartfelt conversation with returning guest Tina Hartney, a relationship expert and seasoned marriage and family therapist. We discuss the roots of vulnerability barriers and Tina shares one practice that everyone can do on their own.

What you'll learn:

• What vulnerability really means in the context of relationships and why it’s crucial for deeper connections.
• The most common emotional barriers.
• How past experiences can shape your current ability to trust and open up.
• Effective methods to overcome the fear of vulnerability so you feel safe expressing your needs and desires.
• Ways to build and reestablish trust in relationships when there’s been a rupture.
• And one exercise that can not only enrich the relationship with yourself but can help you be more open to receiving love.

Tune in and gain insights on building healthier, more loving relationships one confession at a time!

XO,

Laurie

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About Tina:

​​Tina is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  She works with adults, specializiing in couple’s therapy and trauma.  Tina is a Certified Bioenergetic Therapist, a modality that combines somatic and relational work.  She’s also trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gestalt, and is an EMDR practitioner.  Tina has been training in Internal Family Systems and is very excited to offer this style of work to her therapeutic toolbox.  Tina’s office is in Hermosa Beach, California and offers in-person and virtual therapy.  

Connect with Tina:

Website: tinahartney.com

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