Tony Overbay, LMFT, and host of The Virtual Couch Podcast, tackles the question he receives the most from listeners, should I stay or should I go? And if I decide to go, when? Plus he discusses what the training of ordinary mice to go through mazes can tell us about…
The Virtual Couch Podcast Episode 358 - Tony Overbay, LMFT shares new information from a recent speaking event addressing the challenges of navigating a faith journey. He talks about how difficult it is to understand any experience in life until you have gone through something similar; how hard-wired we are…
In this sneak preview of the upcoming "Murder on the Couch" podcast, Sydney describes Jeffrey Dahmer's first murder and, in the process, confesses getting pulled over to her therapist father, Tony. Hit the subscribe button now or go to https://www.tonyoverbay.com/contact/ and sign up for the newsletter to learn more about…
See the title; it kind of says it all. I created this video in response to someone asking my opinion on how to share a podcast, a video, a book, or an article with somebody that they truly cared about with the hopes that the person won't take offense. PS…
Episode 344 of The Virtual Couch Podcast hosted by Tony Overbay, LMFT. Tony welcomes Preston Pugmire to the Virtual Couch. Preston is the host of the Next Level Life podcast, an award-winning life coach, and co-creator of The Magnetic Marriage couples communication course. Preston joins Tony to discuss the importance…
Waking Up to Narcissism Podcast Episode 39 with Tony Overbay, LMFT. Is there such a thing as a "nice narcissist?" Or are they on par with other mythical creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster? Tony goes on a deep dive into Dr. Elinor Greenberg's article "White Knight &…
Virtual Couch Podcast Episode 339 - Host Tony Overbay, LMFT, interviews Monica Tanner, the host of the Secrets of Happily Ever After podcast, to talk about the secrets of achieving "happily ever after" in your marriage. They cover parenting, tension, physical and emotional intimacy, narcissism, and why being intentional with…
Full Episode of Tony Overbay's The Virtual Couch Episoe 333: Tony Overbay, LMFT, interviews Alana and Luke Gordon on The Virtual Couch Podcast. From the Virtual Couch Episode 333: "Alana and Luke Gordon On Navigating Betrayal Trauma - Love, Honesty and Control (You Can Only Pick 2)" Alana Gordon and…
Tony Overbay, LMFT, interviews Alana and Luke Gordon on The Virtual Couch Podcast. From the Virtual Couch Episode 333: "Alana and Luke Gordon On Navigating Betrayal Trauma - Love, Honesty and Control (You Can Only Pick 2)" Alana Gordon and her husband Luke share their story of the highs and…
Tony Overbay, LMFT and host of the Waking up to Narcissism and Virtual Couch podcasts, discusses the role of "implicit" memory when waking up to the emotional immaturity, or narcissism, in your relationships. One of the first questions he is asked is, "what do I do now that I am…
Episode 332 of Tony Overbay, LMFT's The Virtual Couch Podcast - Tony talks about his "aha" moment when attending a wedding over the past weekend of why marriages begin with a lot of pressure and unrealized expectations that originate from each person's family history. Then he shares Russ Harris's 4…
Episode 331 of Tony Overbay LMFT’s The Virtual Couch Podcast - Does it really matter what you do throughout the day concerning your mental health? Tony tackles the impact of implicit memory and how the "flow of experience gradually sculpts your brain, thus shaping your mind" from the book "Buddha's…
Episode 37 of the Waking Up to Narcissism Podcast by Tony Overbay, LMFT. Explaining your relationship to the narcissist or emotionally immature person, people, or entity in your life to those around you can be incredibly validating when it's met with empathy, curiosity, and understanding. But, when you open up…
A clip from Episode 38 of Tony Overbay, LMFT's "Waking up to Narcissism" podcast. In this Q & A episode, Tony was answering a question about someone re-entering the dating world. The person asking the question was concerned that their "picker" was broken, and they asked the question of how…
Tony Overbay LMFT's Virtual Couch Podcast Episode 327 - Creating Intimacy vs. Seeking Validation in Marriage, Exploring our “Shadows” and Narcissism or Emotional Immaturity w/ Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife. Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife makes her 4th appearance on the Virtual Couch podcast! Tony and Jennifer discuss the difference between coaching and therapy.…
Tony Overbay, LMFT asks Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife the differences between doing traditional psychotherapy with clients vs. "Coaching" aka "Life Coaching" people. Dr. Finlayson-Fife recently launched a successful subscription-based podcast "Room for Two" where she leads couples through "Sex and Intimacy Coaching." You can learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife, including her…
As a practicing therapist, I just have to say that AJR gets it! I feel like I hear phrases, and questions from the lyrics of "Karma" on a daily basis in my office. Especially "I'm not sure why I booked today's appointment," (give us about 5 minutes and we'll find…
Tony Overbay, LMFT discusses Amy Morin, LCSW's article "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do." https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201501/13-things-mentally-strong-people-dont-do Go to http://tonyoverbay.com/workshop to sign up for Tony’s “Magnetize Your Marriage” virtual workshop. The cost is only $19. You’ll learn the top 3 things you can do NOW to create a Magnetic Marriage. You…
From the Virtual Couch Podcast episode 326 Tony Overbay, LMFT shares his challenge in not repeating the same mistakes while acknowledging the challenges of ADHD. Tony talks about his experiences working with clients who embrace, or shy away from labels, and what he has done in embracing the label that…
Virtual Couch Podcast Episode 325 - Sometimes we don't realize how childhood trauma can show up in adulthood. Even the most supportive parents often tell children "not to worry about it," or "they didn't mean it," or "it's not that big of a deal." So it's not surprising that it…
The brain is a don't get killed device! There is a very good chance that there are people that you interact with on a daily basis who are beginning to or are already experiencing serious suicidal thoughts and ideations. But I believe if we are more aware of some of…
Faith Transition, Spiritual Trauma & Mental Health, An Evolving Conversation - By Tony Overbay, LMFT. Recorded May 3, 2021, in Salt Lake City, UT at the Generations Mental Health Conference 2021. Tony shares information on how to navigate a faith crisis using James Fowler's Stages of Faith, principles of Acceptance…
After working with well over 1,000 couples as a marriage therapist, Tony Overbay, LMFT, gives his top 11 tips to a happier marriage. If you are interested in learning more about the 4th round of Tony's "Magnetic Marriage" course, please visit http://tonyoverbay.com and send him an email through the contact…
Episode 303 of Tony Overbay LMFT's The Virtual Couch Podcast - Over time, many couples find themselves in a familiar pursue/withdrawal relationship. One partner may feel like they are doing everything in the relationship only at the expense of getting their own validation or needs met. Still, their partner often…