Therapy Brothers

Caller Sandra and Todd's Question: "Is There A Way To Rebuild Our Relationship Or Is There Just Too Much Trauma?....…"

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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00:00 - Introduction

00:25 - Episode Title

00:48 - Hosts' Welcome

02:50 - Guest Introduction

03:28 - Relationship Background

05:20 - Separation and Affairs

07:10 - Moving Forward Challenges

09:20 - Childhood Trauma Exploration

12:30 - Todd's Insecurities

16:40 - Sandra's Compassion Struggle

20:00 - Todd's Self-Protection

24:00 - Therapist Recommendation

26:05 - Trauma Work and Healing

29:00 - Final Thoughts

Caller Jason's Question: "The Bomb Just Dropped. Can The Relationship Really Heal?....…"

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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00:00 - Intro

01:20 - Tech Struggles

04:45 - Guest: Jason Van Ruler

08:15 - Topic: Overcoming Betrayal

11:30 - Exploring the Chaos

15:55 - Navigating the Middle

20:10 - Taking Recovery Ownership

25:00 - Partner's Role

29:45 - Closing Thoughts

Caller Amy's Question: "I Feel Shame About The Things I Avoided and Didn't Pay Attention To....…"

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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0:00 - Intro

1:15 - Tyler's Absence & Amy's Story

5:15 - Daughter's Podcast Revelation

11:30 - Amy's Recovery Journey

26:30 - Patterns and Partner Selection

36:00 - Closing Reflections

In this episode, Brannon delves into the profound impact of accepting reality to alleviate suffering. He shares a powerful formula for facing difficult truths and emphasizes the potential for growth and positive change that arises from embracing painful experiences. Tune in for valuable insights on how acknowledging and preparing to confront reality can lead to greater peace and fulfillment in life.

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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// EVENTS //

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0:00 - Intro

1:14 - Review

2:40 - Solo Episode

4:23 - Relieving Suffering

6:12 - Feeling Stuck

9:45 - Acceptance

12:30 - Grieving Reality

14:45 - Facing Pain

17:20 - Examples of Resistance

20:10 - Reality Therapy

22:48 - Suffering vs Pain

24:30 - Formula for Reality

27:10 - Personal Example

30:20 - Embracing Pain

32:45 - Challenge to Face Reality

34:25 - Closing Remarks

Caller Brandon's Question: "Last time we talked after my introduction Tyler said there were a lot of places he wanted to go but wanted to stay to my question let’s go one of those places and sorry for the confusion last time....…"

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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// EVENTS //

// Reclaim Your Heart //

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0:00 - Intro

1:22 - New Group Announcement

3:45 - Podcast Intro

4:20 - Caller Follow-up

6:05 - Caller's Break and Reconnection

8:15 - Relationship Improvement

10:30 - Understanding Love

12:40 - Brandon's Recovery

15:00 - Recovery Challenges

18:10 - Perception Shift in Love

21:00 - Recovery Struggles

23:30 - Relationship Authenticity

26:00 - Perception Shift in Love

29:15 - Trauma Work Update

31:45 - Personal Progress

33:50 - Impact on Productivity

36:20 - Accountability

39:00 - Conclusion

Caller Andrew's Question: "After a lifetime of pushing my feelings down, ignoring them and not wanting to feel them, how do I start to feel them again? I white knuckled my sobriety for 30 years, unsuccessfully ofcourse. Within the last year I started seeing a therapist, joined a men's group, attending a men's ARP as well as a couples ARP and went to warrior heart bootcamp. I feel my sobriety and recovery are solid but I'm having a difficult time connecting with my emotions, especially when my wife shares her pain, I find it difficult to show emotion. When I sit and ponder on the pain I've caused her I can eventually feel my emotions but that takes awhile for me to get to that point. I desire to connect with myself and my wife emotionally and am having a difficult time with it.....…"

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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// EVENTS //

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00:00 - Intro

01:23 - Podcast Introduction

06:10 - Andrew's Struggle

11:36 - Pornography and Shame

16:20 - Coping in Marriage

19:45 - Marriage Journey

23:10 - Therapeutic Separation

27:40 - Individual Work

30:15 - Faulty Core Beliefs

34:20 - Childhood Experiences

39:15 - Final Thoughts

In this episode, Brannon and Tyler dive into the nuanced topic of sex addiction treatment programs. They address recent controversies, emphasizing the need for balanced perspectives. The conversation highlights the importance of open dialogue about sexuality, focusing on personal agency and integrity. The hosts explore potential pitfalls related to behavior-centric approaches and labeling. 

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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// EVENTS //

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0:00 - Intro

1:18 - Retreat Reflection

4:12 - Jodi Hildebrandt's Story

7:46 - Sexuality, Addiction, Culture

10:30 - Impact of Messages

13:55 - Compulsive Behaviors, Shame

17:40 - Approaches in Treatment

21:08 - Assessing Behaviors

24:42 - Labeling and Stigmatizing

28:15 - Running LifeStar Groups

31:40 - Nuance in Human Nature

34:20 - Caution in Seeking Help

38:02 - Core Fuel Source: Love

41:18 - Conclusion

In this episode, Brannon and Tyler delve into the critical topic of discerning expert advice. They draw on recent real-life incidents involving trusted figures and emphasize the need to evaluate counsel, even from established authorities. Tune in to gain insights on how to navigate the fine line between trust and critical thinking in seeking guidance, especially in vulnerable moments. 

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

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// EVENTS //

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0:00 - Intro

1:12 - Recent Incidents

3:45 - Jod's Arrest

6:30 - Maurice's Arrest

9:15 - Tim Ballard Controversy

11:45 - Discerning Expert Advice

14:20 - Hero Worship

17:05 - Authority Influence

19:30 - Milgram Experiment

22:00 - Challenging Authority

25:10 - Importance of Gut Feeling

28:00 - Client Feedback

31:15 - Wrestling with Clients

34:00 - Danger of Blind Allegiance

36:45 - Conclusion

In this episode, Brannon and Tyler discuss how social media can affect kids. They explain how it can be addictive, like something that's hard to stop doing. They also talk about the importance of teaching kids how to use social media responsibly. They mention that too much time on social media can make people feel sad. They share that it's better to earn good feelings by working for them, rather than getting them too easily. Brannon and Tyler wants to help people understand the effects of social media and how to use it in a healthy way.

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// Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" //

// Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" //

// COURSES //

// EVENTS //

// Reclaim Your Heart //

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0:00 - Intro

1:12 - Review

4:45 - Event Excitement

8:02 - Tyler's Social Media

13:22 - Balancing Use

17:40 - Social Media Addiction

21:55 - Impact on Mental Health

26:15 - Dopamine & Addiction

31:10 - Depressive Effects

34:28 - Comparison & Bullying

38:42 - Outro & Gratitude