In this special live-recorded episode of Therapy Works, we explore the often unspoken patterns that shape our families — and ourselves.

Whether you're navigating sibling tensions, generational expectations, or a long-standing rupture with a parent, this conversation offers powerful insight into how family systems operate, why we fall into certain roles, and how healing truly begins.

Note: As this was recorded live, the audio isn’t perfect — but the rawness adds to the realness!

You’ll hear real-life therapy sessions unfold in real time — including a moving segment on estrangement — revealing just how much our early environments impact our adult relationships, self-worth, and sense of belonging.

What we explore in this episode:

Why understanding the family system matters more than focusing on one person’s behaviour

How unresolved trauma can silently pass through generations

What happens when a family faces unexpected change

The difference between rupture and repair — and why both are inevitable

Why communication breaks down, and how to rebuild it with clarity and compassion

How to navigate the tension between love, resentment, and loyalty

With stories, therapeutic insight, and deeply human moments, this episode is for anyone trying to make sense of where they come from — and how to break free from cycles that no longer serve them.

Highlights:

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