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Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication

EJ and Tarah Kerwin

Stronger relationships start here. The Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosted by licensed therapists and partners Tarah & E.J. Kerwin, gives couples the tools to improve communication, rebuild trust, and create lasting intimacy.Tarah and EJ share practical strategies, real-life stories, and therapist-guided insights to help you break negative cycles and deepen your connection.Each week you’ll learn how to:Practice couples therapy skills at homeStop fighting and start communicatingRebuild trust

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32:00

Psychiatry from a Holistic Point of View - Interview...

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2022/06/24

The mental health system is a confusing and often frustrating system for many patients to navigate. Once an individual breaks past the stigma of seeking mental health support they begin a journey without a roadmap. They struggle to understand the difference between therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and a myriad of other mental health providers. .In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Dr. Warren Kane, a board certified psychiatrist. Dr. Kane discusses the struggles many individuals face when

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40:42

Blended Families - Step Parenting, Half Siblings and...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/06/17

40% of families in the U.S. are blended with at least one partner having a child from a previous relationship before marriage. Per the U.S. Bureau of Census, 1300 new stepfamilies are formed each day. The process of blending a family is a significant stressor on new relationships and profoundly effects the children in the family system. Unfortunately many couples in blended families do not address the challenging dynamics until the problems become chronic. By normalizing and addressing many common

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49:30

Anxiety and its Impact on Relationships - Interview...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/06/10

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States aged 18 and older. Anxiety symptoms can range from restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, headaches, stomach aches, overwhelming worry, and sleep problems. Anxiety profoundly affects individuals, which can also create significant strains on relationships.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview couples therapist Gabe Lobato. He shares his story of managing anxiety

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29:31

Stuck in Repeat - Solutions for Common Relationship...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/06/03

You ask, we answer! Couples across the spectrum struggle with similar stressors and relationship dynamics. They find themselves stuck in patterns that leave them feeling frustrated, alone and unsupported.In this episode Tarah and EJ answer a few questions from their Social Media Audience. They address subjects like division of labor in the household and making your relationship a priority. Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at —

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66:35

Ketamine Therapy - A Powerful Tool in Treating...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/05/27

Psychedelic treatment of mental health issues is re-immerging as a powerful tool in treating mental health struggles. Ketamine is a very safe pharmaceutical that is now becoming available in many states. A growing body of research demonstrates that ketamine treatment incorporated with a robust psychotherapy integration program can be a powerful tool in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, substance dependencies, and other psychiatric conditions. During a ketamine session, people often

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27:18

It's Not About Us, It's About Us - Building...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/05/20

When couples first come together, the thrill of meeting someone new combined with attraction creates a honeymoon period. By the time they exit the initial charge of getting together, they have often made unconscious systems of conflict resolution that are not sustainable in the long term. Individuals within the couple come in with separate and often divergent coping mechanisms that create obstacles to secure and loving connections.In this episode, Tarah and EJ normalize the struggles couples

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34:24

Reprogramming Your Relationship - Interview with...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/05/13

Couples fall into repetitive emotional reactivity and communication patterns that leave them feeling lonely, isolated, and frustrated. But frequently, insights and practical coaching can create a significant shift in their relationship, especially if both couple members decide to act with more intentionality.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Relationship Coach Lisa McFarland. Lisa's journey to coaching began when she and her husband took the step to receive support from a professional, and

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33:57

High Frisky - Being the higher desire partner in...

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2022/05/06

Maintaining a satisfying sexual connection throughout a long-term relationship takes intentionality and empathy. There will inevitably be times when you and your partner have discrepancies in your sex drive. But unfortunately, couples are unprepared, and a naturally occurring dynamic can metastasize and pull them apart in all aspects of their relationship.In the second of a two-part series, "Low Frisky" and "High Frisky," Tarah and EJ share their own experiences of maintaining a

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36:34

Low Frisky - Being the low sexual desire partner in...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/04/29

Maintaining a satisfying sexual connection throughout a long-term relationship takes intentionality and empathy. There will inevitably be times when you and your partner have discrepancies in your sex drive. But unfortunately, couples are unprepared, and a naturally occurring dynamic can metastasize and pull them apart in all aspects of their relationship.In the first of a two-part series, "Low Frisky" and "High Frisky," Tarah and EJ share their own experiences of maintaining a

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47:30

Building a Healthy Loving Relationship - Interview...

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2022/04/22

Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT, is a clinician, researcher, teacher, and developer of A Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT). He is the author and co-author of numerous best-selling books exploring individual and relationship wellness. Tatkin’s work, based on a social-emotional capacity model, focuses on what partners can and cannot do to mitigate threat reactions during stressful interactive sequences. Tatkin is known for integrating various theories and models to form the foundation of the

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21:36

Shift Happens - The Moment When Relationships Heal

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/04/15

When couples are stuck in patterns of conflict and hostile interactions, they begin to feel hopeless. They become emotionally guarded, and their intimacy dwindles. They find themselves feeling lonely, desperate, and frustrated. But, magical things happen when couples take the brave and vulnerable step of looking inward and committing to personal growth together.Tarah and EJ discuss their experience of guiding hundreds of couples through their Relationship Renovation program. They discuss the healing

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36:46

Attachment - Building a Secure Relationship -...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/04/08

Couples struggle with communication and the ability to resolve conflict. They find themselves in repetitive patterns where they lose confidence in their ability to stay connected and solve problems in challenging moments. They find themselves feeling frustrated when it comes to expressions of intimacy. When these patterns repeat, they often conclude that they are “just a bad fit.” Or that one or the other person is “unwilling to change.” They fail to realize that many of the negative dynamics are a

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25:07

What To Expect When You Begin Therapy

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/04/01

Therapy can be an intimidating process to begin. Some individuals believe that it means that there is something wrong with them and that the stigma of going to counsel will negatively impact how others perceive them. For some, it is a scary thought to address issues from their past that they have purposely avoided addressing. Couples' therapy often ends up being the last resort, and by the time they arrive, they feel as if it is their last hope.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss the process

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44:12

The Impact Pets Have on Relationship - Interview with...

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2022/03/25

Pets play a central role in our lives. They are members of our family that enrich our lives, provide joy and break our hearts when they pass away.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Cristina Piastrini, anthropologist and therapist. The three discuss pets' significant impact on individuals, couples, and families. The episode is informative, exploring the biological, cultural, and evolutionary history of pets in human society and a free-flowing open-hearted, and fun delve into how pets can

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30:15

Couples Who Work Together - Creating Healthy...

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2022/03/18

Couples struggle with work/life balance. They often comment that their relationship doesn't feel like a priority, pulling them apart and leaving them feeling like roommates or even co-workers. They manage their lives day-to-day and forget how important it is to cultivate a loving and tender connection. When this happens, intimacy dwindles, and frustration rises. This, coupled with poor communication, can lead couples to a crisis. Nowhere is this dynamic as prevalent as couples who work

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30:37

Fierce Accountability - A Path to a Healthier...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/03/11

Accountability is choosing to look at your behavior and take responsibility for your actions. Unfortunately, being accountable is not an intuitive step in many relationships. Instead, couples tend to focus on their partner, which pulls couples apart instead of bringing them together. When individuals within a couple take the brave step of looking inward and owning ways they contribute to negative dynamics, it is the path to healthy conflict resolution.Tarah and EJ interview Jessie Krall,

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23:43

Forgiveness - Helping couples learn to let go and...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/03/04

Forgiveness is the process of letting go of negative thoughts and feelings from a past event or series of events. Throughout the course of a relationship, it is inevitable that individuals within a couple will have moments where they hurt one another. When couples are unable to forgive one another they build a backlog of resentments that create obstacles to feeling deeply connected and loving.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss the process of forgiveness. They help their listeners develop insights

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29:15

Using the Body to Connect- Dance Therapy with Robin...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/02/25

Movement is our first language and most basic form of communication. It is a metaphor for how we think, feel and relate to the self and others. There are many ways to connect with your partner, but often couples get stuck in communication patterns that pull them apart intimately. Finding creative ways to understand your feelings and using that information to create vulnerable and connecting moments with your partner can create significant shifts in your relationship.In this episode, Tarah and EJ

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22:18

Anatomy of an Argument - How Conflict Can Be an...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/02/18

Couples often come to therapy because they are fed up with patterns of conflict that leave them both frustrated, alone, and hopeless. When couples end up in repetitive arguments, they increasingly lose confidence in their ability to stay connected in a difficult time. They build resentment and eventually become more emotionally and physically distant. When couples learn to listen, become aware, and empathize with their partner's experience, moments of conflict can become learning experiences

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40:22

Treating Trauma - Interview with Shara Turner...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/02/11

Trauma profoundly impacts an individual’s daily life and causes significant dysregulation in their nervous system, especially in times of distress. 70% of adults in the United States have experienced some form of trauma, which amounts to over 220 million individuals suffering from the effects of a traumatic event. With such a substantial amount of people having suffered from a traumatic event in their life, trauma and its’ effects have a profound impact on couples and families. Because of the

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