Relationship Matters

TRUST. What is it? What does research show about it? How do we gain it? How do we lose it? Can you trust others if you have a hard time trusting yourself?    Jason Carrasco, MSc., RP, RMFT and Carling Mashinter, MSc., RP sit down and discuss trust and it being a cornerstone in any relationship between you and someone else. They also talk about trust and how it relates to feeling safe and secure with yourself.    They dive into the idea of safety and security in relationships, emotional vulnerability in a way that’s safe and what it means to feel safe to be you with another person.   Have you ever wanted to ask a psychotherapist a question without having to go to therapy? This podcast provides viewers the opportunity to do just that! Users submit questions surrounding a variety of topics and Relationship Matters Therapy Centre provides an answer from an expert.    Jason & Carling address mental health & relationship questions and curiosities submitted anonymously by you. Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through our Instagram Page or click here to submit your questions anonymously. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Happy July everyone!  This month’s podcast is based around the topic of jobs.  Jason and Carling sit down to chat about 3 areas specifically related to careers and jobs. They discuss how to know if the current job you have or the one you want will be right for you. They dip into conversation surrounding how you decide who’s career is more important in a relationship. Do you ever feel overwhelmed with your job? Well, Jason and Carling crack the door open and invite you in to hear what they have to say about this!    They discuss Elon Musk and his want for his staff to work in-person, capitalism, pets, relationships, work from home, business owners, collaboration, professional relationships, mental health issues, if going back to work can be accessible for everyone and much more! Jason & Carling address mental health & relationship questions and curiosities submitted anonymously by you. Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through our Instagram Page or click here to submit your questions anonymously. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Welcome back to a new episode of the Relationship Matters Podcast! Listeners, just like yourselves, have submitted questions and curiosities completely anonymously! Jason and Carling, both relational psychotherapists, bring in special guests to help answer your questions and provide some valuable insight! In this episode - Jason and Carling welcome Camila Espana! Camila is a clinician at Relationship Matters Therapy Centre located in Cambridge Ontario, Canada.  Jason, Carling and Camila address mental health & relationship questions and curiosities submitted anonymously by you. Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through our Instagram Page or click here to submit your questions anonymously. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Welcome back to a new edition of the Relationship Matters Podcast! A new edition, and a new season of our little podcast! We're mixing things up a bit! Carling and Jason have blended our Ask us Anything instagram live series into this podcast! Listeners, just like yourselves, have submitted questions and curiosities completely anonymously! Jason and Carling, both relational psychotherapists, bring in special guests to help answer your questions and provide some valuable insight! In this episode - Jason and Carling welcome Brock Vaughan! Brock is a Therapist Intern at Relationship Matters Therapy Centre located in Cambridge Ontario, Canada. Brock is being supervised by both Carling Mashinter, MSc., RP & Jason Carrasco, MSc., RP, RMFT Jason, Carling and Brock address your questions and curiosities submitted anonymously by you. Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through our Instagram Page or click here to submit your questions anonymously. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Welcome to a new edition of the Relationship Matters Podcast!  A new edition, and a new season of our little podcast! We're mixing things up a bit! Carling and Jason have blended our Ask us Anything instagram live series into this podcast! Listeners, just like yourselves, have submitted questions and curiosities completely anonymously! Jason and Carling, both relational psychotherapists, bring in special guests to help answer your questions and provide some valuable insight!  In this episode - Jason and Carling welcome Amanda Gould! Amanda is a clinician at Relationship Matters Therapy Centre located in Cambridge Ontario, Canada. Jason, Carling and Amanda address the following questions submitted by you:  How can I be more understanding/compassionate with someone that I may not agree with their world view? With all of the constant changes happening around me during this Pandemic (changes with mandates), I'm feeling really anxious and uncomfortable with these changes, which I know I can't control. How can I manage these things that aren't in my control, especially when they're distressing to me.? I've been doing a lot of work around my anxious attachment style, both in therapy and in my own self-growth work. I'm getting back into the dating scene and am noticing myself having a really hard time finding that secure connection with someone. How can I lessen some of that anxious attachment, to make finding a romantic partner more enjoyable? Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through our Instagram Page or click here to submit your questions anonymously.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

In this bonus episode, Jason guides you through a meditation to help foster greater self-love!  Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com A new season of the podcast is coming soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

In this bonus episode, Jason guides you through grounding exercise to help you return to the present moment. Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com A new season of the podcast is coming soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

In this bonus episode, Jason guides you through a meditation to help breathe away anxious thoughts. Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com A new season of the podcast is coming soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

In this bonus episode, Jason will guide you through a meditation to help release future worries and past regrets. Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com A new season of the podcast is coming soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

In this bonus episode, Jason guides you through a self-compassion meditation. If you find yourself being a little hard on yourself, or in need of self-compassion...this meditation is for you.  Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com A new season of the podcast is coming soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

In this bonus episode, Jason will guide you through a relaxation exercise to help release stress.  Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com A new season of the podcast is coming soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

In this bonus episode, Jason will guide you through a relaxation exercise. This can be used by individuals or couples in order to self-soothe, or when feeling particularly emotionally overwhelmed.  Make sure to follow us on social media as we continue these important conversations! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show?  Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic?  Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com A new season of the podcast is coming soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Episode 12: North Polarization: How to survive the holidays with relational tensions Okay so....how did we get to the end of the year so quickly!?!  It may be cold outside, but there are a lot of heated tensions that often come up in interpersonal interactions...especially during stressful times - like the holidays?  As we say goodbye to 2021, Jason and Carling visit the north pole...sort of... They talk about Polarizing stances that are often present during interpersonal dynamics.  Are you not looking forward to the holidays because you're bound to argue with a specific person in your life? Well, check out this podcast! Jason and Carling dissect polarization, explain it...and give some insight into ways to handle these interactions so they don't feel as heavy as they can be.  Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Episode 11: Sexpectations - Male Edition Let's balance out this conversation about sex and expecations...and let's include the gents, shall we?  Jason and Carling continue to dive into sex this month as they now expand the conversation to include the men (which we know you're listening too! We are very glad you're here!)  Both Jason and Carling focus on some of the top myths/expectations involving sexuality and for men and those who identify as men.  Curious to hear thoughts from the therapists? Check out this latest episode!  Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Episode 10: Sexpectations - Female Edition What do you know about sex? Are those facts or myths? How do you know?!  Jason and Carling dive into sex these next two months, and are focusing on Sex Myths involving women! We focus on some of the top myths/expectations involving sexuality and for women (AFAB & Trans Feminine). Curious to hear thoughts from the therapists? Listen now - and make sure to come back next month for the Male edition of sexpectations!  Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Episode 9: How to Get Your Life Together (GYLT) through Self-Care Jason and Carling dive into self-care and wellness. Specifically, they both explore what tends to get in the way sometimes when we're wanting to take care of ourselves, while also exploring ways to think about that feeling of guilt that may come up some times a little differently. Jason and Carling untangle self-care and selfishness/guilt that may come up, and invite you into taking a GYLT Trip!  Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Episode 8: How to fight better In this eighth episode, join Jason Carrasco & Carling Mashinter as they explore relational conflict and explain what to do about it!  Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Welcome Summer and Welcome July! It's time to keep talking - and this time, do we have a juicy topic in store for you!  In today’s episode, Carling and Jason talk about relationship readiness. Specifically focusing on how do you know if you’re ready for a relationship, or if you’re ready to commit longer term. You’ll hear more about factors that contribute to this conversation - and be introduced to a framework that helps to highlight how it is that we all connect to others and what to do about it. Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com Resources to check out: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/romantically-attached/201909/the-forgotten-attachment-style-disorganized-attachment Book: Attached - Amir Levine Book: Wired for Love - Stan Tatkin Book: We do - Stan Tatkin --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Welcome to June! Can you believe that summer is right around the corner?! Let's embrace the sun, the warmth, and this good energy and begin a new important conversation this month. Have you ever asked yourself, "How the heck can I pick the right person?" or "How do I know if this relationship is the right one for me?" Well...that's exactly what Jason and Carling will talk about in this sixth episode!  Join Jason and Carling as they explore what factors contribute to choosing the right relationship, while also exploring ways to navigate external relationship expectations. Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com Resources to check out:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/constructive-wallowing/201602/8-things-you-have-the-right-expect-your-relationship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jG12FKUe9Yg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message

Welcome to a new month and a new episode of our podcast!  With May being mental health awareness month, Jason and Carling dive deeper into a theme that shows up time and time again in the therapy office. That theme is emotional intelligence.  In this fifth episode, join Jason Carrasco & Carling Mashinter as they explore and explain emotional intelligence. What it is, why you want it, and how to foster it!  Make sure to join us on social media as we continue this conversation, all month long! @relationshipmatterstherapy on Instagram Relationship Matters Therapy Centre on Facebook If you would like to connect with us for therapy, visit: www.relationshipmatterstherapy.com Have an idea for a future show? Would you like Jason & Carling to go over a specific topic? Send in your suggestions through social media or via email to admin@relationshipmatterstherapy.com Resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7m9eNoB3NU&t=8s https://www.gottman.com/blog/strengthen-childs-emotional-intelligence/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relationship-matters/message