Introduction

A case study couple

Avoid the triangulation trap

Sexual desire discrepency

Final advice

Bron and Marie chat about working well with couples on common issues like sexual desire discrepancies, communication, and conflict. Marie shares her approach to using the Gottman method for assessment and intervention, stressing the need for balancing conflict resolution with positive interactions. They also chat about 👉🏽 handling countertransference 👉🏻 Challenges of retention in couples therapy 👉 The value of therapists being aware of their own limitations 👉🏿 Avoiding triangulation.

Guest: Marie Vakakis, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (MHSW), and Family & Couples Therapist at The Therapy Hub 

LINKS
When should you refer an individual to couples therapy? Blog post by Marie.
This Complex Life - Marie's podcast where she delves into the messiness of wellbeing and relationships.
Books: Come Together by Emily Nagoski, Mating in Captivity by Esther Perel, Eight Dates by John and Julie Gottman
Interested in couples therapy training? Gottman Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy are common evidence-based approaches!

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CREDITS

Producer: Michael English

Music: Home

Disclaimer: The Mental Work podcast adheres to the APS Code of Ethics, the National Law, and relevant legislation. It provides informational, and entertainment content. Content should not be considered a replacement for professional consultation or therapy. The Mental Work podcast is not a psychological service and being a listener or participant does not establish a therapeutic relationship.

Opinions expressed are personal and subject to change, and do not represent those of any affiliated organisation. Efforts are made to ensure accuracy, but opinions may not always align with fact. Listeners are encouraged to thoughtfully assess the information presented and report any inaccuracies or concerns via email. Further information can be found here.

Bron and Marie chat about working well with couples on common issues like sexual desire discrepancies, communication, and conflict. Marie shares her approach to using the Gottman method for assessment and intervention, stressing the need for balancing conflict resolution with positive interactions. They also chat about 👉🏽 handling countertransference 👉🏻 Challenges of retention in couples therapy 👉 The value of therapists being aware of their own limitations 👉🏿 Avoiding triangulation.
Guest: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-vakakis-a2b245144/">Marie Vakakis</a>, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (MHSW), and Family &amp; Couples Therapist at <a href="https://thetherapyhub.com.au/">The Therapy Hub</a>&nbsp;
LINKS
<ul>
<li>When should you refer an individual to couples therapy? <a href="https://thetherapyhub.com.au/when-to-refer-an-individual-for-couple-therapy/">Blog post</a> by Marie.</li>
<li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/19N3wtZlpJTiBjJit2zqap">This Complex Life</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/19N3wtZlpJTiBjJit2zqap"></a>&nbsp;- Marie's podcast where she delves into the messiness of wellbeing and relationships.</li>
<li>Books: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62926962-come-together">Come Together</a> by Emily Nagoski, <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27485.Mating_in_Captivity">Mating in Captivity</a> by Esther Perel, <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/37588679-eight-dates">Eight Dates</a> by John and Julie Gottman</li>
<li>Interested in couples therapy training? <a href="https://relationshipinstitute.com.au/events/professional-training-workshops/">Gottman Therapy</a> and <a href="https://psychwire.com/sue-johnson/eft-attachment-science">Emotionally Focused Therapy</a> are common evidence-based approaches!</li>
</ul>
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CREDITS
Producer: Michael English
Music: <a href="https://home96.bandcamp.com/">Home</a>
Disclaimer: The Mental Work podcast adheres to the APS Code of Ethics, the National Law, and relevant legislation. It provides informational, and entertainment content. Content should not be considered a replacement for professional consultation or therapy. The Mental Work podcast is not a psychological service and being a listener or participant does not establish a therapeutic relationship.
Opinions expressed are personal and subject to change, and do not represent those of any affiliated organisation. Efforts are made to ensure accuracy, but opinions may not always align with fact. Listeners are encouraged to thoughtfully assess the information presented and report any inaccuracies or concerns via <a href="mailto:mentalworkpodcast@gmail.com">email</a>. Further information can be found <a href="https://www.mentalworkpodcast.com/p/disclaimer/">here</a>.

Mental Work is the Australian podcast unpacking the challenges faced by early-career psychologists, so they don't have to go it alone. Hosted by Dr Bronwyn Milkins.

Mental Work is the Australian podcast unpacking the challenges faced by early-career psychologists, so they don't have to go it alone. Hosted by Dr Bronwyn Milkins.

A closer look at the everyday challenges faced by early-career mental health workers, so they don’t have to go it alone.

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