In this bonus episode, Jason will guide you through a relaxation exercise to help release stress. 

Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations!

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Have an idea for a future show?

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A new season of the podcast is coming soon!

In this bonus episode, Jason will guide you through a relaxation exercise. This can be used by individuals or couples in order to self-soothe, or when feeling particularly emotionally overwhelmed. 

Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? 

Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? 

Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

A new season of the podcast is coming soon!

Episode 12: North Polarization: How to survive the holidays with relational tensions

Okay so....how did we get to the end of the year so quickly!?! 

It may be cold outside, but there are a lot of heated tensions that often come up in interpersonal interactions...especially during stressful times - like the holidays? 

As we say goodbye to 2021, Jason and Carling visit the north pole...sort of...

They talk about Polarizing stances that are often present during interpersonal dynamics. 

Are you not looking forward to the holidays because you're bound to argue with a specific person in your life? Well, check out this podcast! Jason and Carling dissect polarization, explain it...and give some insight into ways to handle these interactions so they don't feel as heavy as they can be. 

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Episode 11: Sexpectations - Male Edition

Let's balance out this conversation about sex and expecations...and let's include the gents, shall we? 

Jason and Carling continue to dive into sex this month as they now expand the conversation to include the men (which we know you're listening too! We are very glad you're here!) 

Both Jason and Carling focus on some of the top myths/expectations involving sexuality and for men and those who identify as men. 

Curious to hear thoughts from the therapists? Check out this latest episode! 

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Episode 10: Sexpectations - Female Edition

What do you know about sex? Are those facts or myths? How do you know?! 

Jason and Carling dive into sex these next two months, and are focusing on Sex Myths involving women! We focus on some of the top myths/expectations involving sexuality and for women (AFAB & Trans Feminine).

Curious to hear thoughts from the therapists? Listen now - and make sure to come back next month for the Male edition of sexpectations! 

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Episode 9: How to Get Your Life Together (GYLT) through Self-Care

Jason and Carling dive into self-care and wellness. Specifically, they both explore what tends to get in the way sometimes when we're wanting to take care of ourselves, while also exploring ways to think about that feeling of guilt that may come up some times a little differently. Jason and Carling untangle self-care and selfishness/guilt that may come up, and invite you into taking a GYLT Trip! 

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Episode 8: How to fight better

In this eighth episode, join Jason Carrasco & Carling Mashinter as they explore relational conflict and explain what to do about it! 

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Welcome Summer and Welcome July!

It's time to keep talking - and this time, do we have a juicy topic in store for you! 

In today’s episode, Carling and Jason talk about relationship readiness. Specifically focusing on how do you know if you’re ready for a relationship, or if you’re ready to commit longer term.

You’ll hear more about factors that contribute to this conversation - and be introduced to a framework that helps to highlight how it is that we all connect to others and what to do about it.

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Resources to check out:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/romantically-attached/201909/the-forgotten-attachment-style-disorganized-attachment

Book: Attached - Amir Levine

Book: Wired for Love - Stan Tatkin

Book: We do - Stan Tatkin

Welcome to June! Can you believe that summer is right around the corner?!

Let's embrace the sun, the warmth, and this good energy and begin a new important conversation this month.

Have you ever asked yourself, "How the heck can I pick the right person?" or "How do I know if this relationship is the right one for me?" Well...that's exactly what Jason and Carling will talk about in this sixth episode! 

Join Jason and Carling as they explore what factors contribute to choosing the right relationship, while also exploring ways to navigate external relationship expectations.

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Resources to check out: 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/constructive-wallowing/201602/8-things-you-have-the-right-expect-your-relationship

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jG12FKUe9Yg

Welcome to a new month and a new episode of our podcast! 

With May being mental health awareness month, Jason and Carling dive deeper into a theme that shows up time and time again in the therapy office. That theme is emotional intelligence. 

In this fifth episode, join Jason Carrasco & Carling Mashinter as they explore and explain emotional intelligence. What it is, why you want it, and how to foster it! 

Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long!

@relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram

Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook

If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com

Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to [email protected]

Resources:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7m9eNoB3NU&t=8s

https://www.gottman.com/blog/strengthen-childs-emotional-intelligence/