Ep 355 Dr. Ellyn Bader and Dr. Peter Pearson

Marriage Therapy Radio

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Mental Health, Relationships, Society & Culture, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness, Education

4.8 • 679 Ratings

🗓️ 14 January 2025

⏱️ 48 minutes

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In this first special episode of "So I Married a Relationship Expert", Zach and Laura sit down with Dr. Ellyn Bader and Dr. Peter Pearson, co-founders of The Couples Institute. This conversation dives deep into the dynamics of relationships, focusing on the developmental stages of couples therapy, the power of differentiation, and essential skills to strengthen partnerships. Known for pioneering the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, Ellyn and Peter share invaluable insights into managing differences, fostering curiosity, and cultivating long-term relationship growth. Topics discussed include: The unique journey of Ellyn and Peter, from their chance meeting to building a thriving partnership and business. Key relationship stages, including the often-overlooked "differentiation stage." How curiosity and resilience are fundamental to a healthy, growing relationship. The transformative power of mini-intensives and two-day intensives for couples, especially for entrepreneur couples. Practical exercises for couples to manage conflict, deepen understanding, and support each other's dreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	I'm looking for a mom friend that wants to talk about motherhood, parenting, mental health, marriage, friendships, and more.
0:06.4	Unfiltered, of course.
0:07.9	A mom friend that wants to feel less alone in all of her seasons of life.
0:12.3	If this is you, let's be friends.
0:13.9	Come on over and listen to Mama Knows wherever you get your podcasts.
0:22.3	Hey, everybody. Welcome back to Marriage Therapy Radio. I'm your host, Zach Brittle.
0:26.8	And I'm thrilled today to be bringing you a very special episode. Actually, this is part one
0:31.5	in a four-part series that I originally wanted to call So I Married an Axe Murderer.
0:36.1	I have a specific kind of nostalgia for a 30-year-old movie that I love to quote.
0:40.8	Let's see, what's one of them?
0:42.8	She was a thief, you gotta belief, she stole my heart and my cat.
0:48.8	That's So I Married an Axe Murder.
0:50.3	Instead, we're focusing on So I Married a Relationship Expert.
0:53.3	We have four interviews coming up.
0:55.0	This week we're joined by absolute legends in the field of couples therapy, Dr. Ellen Bader
0:59.0	and Dr. Peter Pearson.
1:00.0	They're the co-founders of the Couples Institute in Menlo Park, California.
1:04.0	They've been working together for over 40 years to help couples build stronger, more connected relationships. I met Dr. Bader at a conference a little over a year ago, and I was impressed, which is to say
1:14.0	she made an impression on me with her theories of differentiation, as well as the overall
1:19.4	developmental model of couples therapy, which very briefly helps partners grow individually
1:23.6	while also deepening their connection as a couple.
1:26.2	In today's interview, we'll dive
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