CouplesTalk
CouplesTalk
Podcast Description
Join British therapist Naomi Light and her husband Nick as they dive deep into the fascinating world of relationships.
They draw on leading insights from neuroscience and psychotherapy, past trauma and attachment styles to the hidden dynamics of interpersonal neurobiology - helping you understand your own relationship in a whole new light.
What makes Couples Talk unique? Naomi and Nick share the honest truth of their own marriage – its breakdowns, its rescue, and its ongoing journey – intertwining personal experiences with professional expertise.
Contact: [email protected]
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on relationship dynamics, emotional regulation, and communication challenges, with episodes examining the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, anxiety in relationships, and the nuances of seeking couples therapy. For instance, they unpack themes like stonewalling and contempt, offering both practical advice and psychological insights drawn from research.

Join British therapist Naomi Light and her husband Nick as they dive deep into the fascinating world of relationships.
They draw on leading insights from neuroscience and psychotherapy, past trauma and attachment styles to the hidden dynamics of interpersonal neurobiology – helping you understand your own relationship in a whole new light.
What makes Couples Talk unique? Naomi and Nick share the honest truth of their own marriage – its breakdowns, its rescue, and its ongoing journey – intertwining personal experiences with professional expertise.
Contact: [email protected]
The conversation explores the emotional and relational challenges that arise during the holiday season, highlighting statistics that indicate increased family conflicts and a rise in divorce rates in January. It emphasizes the pressure of holiday expectations and the impact on mental health.
Takeaways
- 52% of Brits anticipate family arguments over Christmas.
- Calls to counseling services increase by 42% in January.
- Divorce initiations rise by 25% in January.
- The holiday season can create significant stress.
- Expectations during the holidays can lead to conflict.
- Indulgent eating and close quarters can exacerbate tensions.
- The holiday period is often a mixed blessing for families.
- Many people feel overwhelmed during the festive season.
- Mental health issues can spike after the holidays.
- Understanding these patterns can help in managing expectations.
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Neither Naomi, Nick or any guest is your psychotherapist. Engaging with our content does not create a therapist-client relationship. We cannot provide individual advice, diagnosis, or treatment via these platforms. Our online work has ethical limits.
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