The Couch Next Door
Happy Hour meets Therapy on The Couch Next Door. Each episode blends real conversations, laughter, and a touch of courage as we dive into life’s messy, beautiful, and downright unpredictable moments. From relationships and mental health to personal growth and everything in between, we’re here to keep it real, relatable, and refreshingly honest. Each episode is hosted by Candice Fraser, a licensed professional counselor with a distinctive approach to therapy and a mission to inspire and equip her audience through compelling stories and conversations within the mental health landscape. Candice's couch is a comfortable place to learn how to care for ourselves and those around us well. Come hang out!
The Couch Next Door
True Partner Intimacy: Building Trust, Safety, & Connection (with Matthew & Joanna Raabsmith)
In this insightful conversation, I chat with Joanna and Matthew Raabsmith, relationship coaches dedicated to helping couples deepen intimacy and strengthen connection. Together, they explore the foundations of lasting relationships—honesty, safety, shared adventure, and mutual growth.
The Raabsmiths introduce their Intimacy Pyramid, a framework that maps out the essential steps toward achieving true intimacy. They emphasize that intimacy extends far beyond the physical—it’s built through emotional honesty, trust, and consistent effort.
Listeners will learn about the transformative power of daily check-ins, how individual growth plays a part in your relationship, and why play, shared goals, and small daily choices are crucial to keeping love alive.
True intimacy is not accidental—it’s a daily practice rooted in honesty, safety, and shared commitment. Joanna and Matthew are authentic speakers on the topic of relationships and intimacy and some of the memories they share I hope will remind you to notice the ways silly moments in our relationships can create connection for years to come.
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Intimate Deception: Healing the Wounds of Sexual Betrayal by Dr. Sheri Keffer
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