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couples in focus

couples in focus

By: Thomas Westenholz and Michael Preston
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Couples in Focus is a podcast for anyone wanting to improve their relationships. Hosted by Thomas and Michael, two relationship therapists from https://coupletherapy.earth/ and thesecurecouple.com, it offers expert insights, real-world advice, and answers to audience questions. They cover communication, intimacy, trust, and conflict, providing actionable tools and compassionate guidance. Each episode explores relatable challenges and offers practical strategies to help couples strengthen their connection and thrive in their relationships.Thomas Westenholz and Michael Preston Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Finding Your Way Back — The Inner Compass of Mental Health
    Oct 1 2025

    Why do we so often feel lost in our mental health journey? In this episode of Couples in Focus, I introduce the metaphor of the inner compass — the signals of our thoughts, emotions, and body sensations that point us toward balance or warn us when we’re drifting off course.

    Through real stories, we’ll explore how ignoring small signals, such as tension, rumination, or sadness, only makes them grow louder, and how learning to listen helps us make small course corrections before they become crises. You’ll discover practical tools for reorienting yourself to your inner compass, allowing you to find steadiness and clarity in everyday life.

    For more on therapy and emotional well-being, visit coupletherapy.earth

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    24 mins
  • Attachment Styles and Compatibility — Who We Click With and Why
    Sep 17 2025

    Why do some relationships feel easy while others leave us stuck in constant cycles of tension? A lot of the answer lies in attachment styles — the patterns we carry into love, intimacy, and connection.

    In this episode of Couples in Focus, I’ll break down the four main attachment styles, how they tend to pair up, and why certain combinations spark harmony while others create friction. You’ll hear real-life examples of anxious–avoidant push-pull dynamics, how secure partners bring balance, and what to look for if you want a relationship that feels safe and fulfilling.

    Whether you’re dating, in a relationship, or reflecting on past connections, this episode will help you recognise your own style and understand how compatibility really works.

    Learn more about relationships and therapy at coupletherapy.earth.

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    28 mins
  • The Only Two Questions You Need on a Date
    Sep 3 2025

    On this episode of Couples in Focus, we cut through the noise of dating advice and boil it down to just two questions:

    1. Do I feel safe, relaxed, and like I can be myself?

    2. Do I feel accepted and seen?

    Through real stories, I’ll show how these two simple questions reveal more than any dating script ever could — helping you notice the difference between a date that drains you and one that feels energising and real.

    If you want to dive deeper into relationships and therapy, visit coupletherapy.earth.

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    23 mins
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