CALLING HOME with Whitney Goodman, LMFT

I sat down with therapist and content creator Jacquelyn Tenaglia to discuss the rise of "therapy speak" online and in popular culture, how mental health terms are being misused and weaponized, and what to look for when consuming mental health content on social media. We explore the fine line between increased mental health awareness and the oversimplification of complex psychological concepts, plus red flags to watch for in mental health content creators.Follow Jacquelyn on IG at no.bs.therapistWhitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at (866) 225-5466⁠⁠Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠⁠⁠Follow Whitney on Instagram⁠⁠Follow Whitney on YouTube⁠⁠⁠Order Whitney’s book, Toxic Positivity⁠⁠Learn more about ad choices. Visit podcast.choices.com/adchoicesThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode, I’m exploring how to develop emotional closeness in your relationships. I discuss why some people struggle with vulnerability, how emotional immaturity creates barriers to closeness, and practical ways to practice emotional connection. Some family members may never be capable of deep emotional intimacy. Developing emotional closeness for yourself often means accepting these limitations while still finding meaningful connections elsewhere.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at (866) 225-5466⁠⁠Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠⁠Follow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmft⁠⁠Order Whitney’s book, Toxic Positivity⁠⁠This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Q&A episode, I’m addressing why some mothers copy their daughters' appearance and behavior and what to do when in-laws constantly offer help but never follow through. As part of my Little Epiphanies part of the show, I also discuss emotional immaturity and enmeshment in parent-child relationships as seen in the Netflix show "Ginny and Georgia.”Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at (866) 225-5466⁠⁠Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠⁠Follow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmft⁠⁠Order Whitney’s book, Toxic Positivity⁠⁠This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you do when the person who needs care is someone who caused you significant harm? In this solo episode, I’m addressing what is probably one of the most dreaded dilemmas facing estranged adult children: how to navigate caring for aging parents. We’ll explore different types of care that are available for you to choose from and other complex emotional and practical considerations.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466Connect with Whitney⁠Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠Follow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmft⁠Order Whitney’s book, Toxic Positivity⁠Learn more about ad choices. Visit ⁠podcast.choices.com/adchoices⁠This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Q&A episode, I’m discussing the discovery of sexual abuse in the family and providing practical advice for someone struggling with boundary violations from their mother. We explore the concept of true boundaries and concrete strategies when nice requests aren’t working.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466Connect with WhitneyJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠⁠Follow Whitney on Instagram⁠⁠Follow Whitney on YouTube⁠⁠Order Whitney’s book, Toxic Positivity⁠Learn more about ad choices. Visit ⁠podcast.choices.com/adchoices⁠This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whitney speaks with Etinosa Agbonlahor about navigating difficult financial conversations with parents. They discuss strategies for approaching retirement planning, setting financial boundaries with financially irresponsible parents, and handling the emotional complexity of money conversations that often involve mortality and family dynamics.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466Connect with Etinosa Book: "How to Talk to Your Parents About Money: A Short Practical Guide: Conversations That Build Peace, Confidence, and Financial Security” (available on Amazon) Website: https://etinosaa.com/ Podcast: Her First HouseConnect with Whitney Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club Follow Whitney on Instagram Follow Whitney on YouTube Order Whitney’s book, Toxic PositivityLearn more about ad choices. Visit podcast.choices.com/adchoicesThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode, Whitney critiques a New York Times opinion piece claiming therapy culture is linked to declining birth rates. Drawing from her work with populations of estranged adults and research for her upcoming book on parent-child estrangement, Whitney addresses harmful misconceptions about why adults choose to limit contact with parents.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles. Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466 Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club Follow Whitney on Instagram Follow Whitney on YouTube Order Whitney’s book, Toxic PositivityLearn more about ad choices. Visit podcast.choices.com/adchoicesThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I sat down with siblings Haley and Chad from the Necessary Conversation Podcast. Each week, they sit down with their parents to talk about politics and they invite us to listen (to say their political beliefs differ would be quite the understatement). They discuss their temporary estrangement due to politics and why they continue to sit down every week to have these conversations.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi! I'm answering two caller questions today. Caller 1 was abused by her father, and now he's getting remarried to someone with young children. Caller 2 told her sister about their parents' abusive behavior, and it didn't go as planned. In the first ten minutes of the show, I recap some dysfunctional TV family dynamics in Sirens and Nine Perfect Strangers. May at Calling Home - Grieving Complicated Relationships: ⁠https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships ⁠Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at ⁠866-225-5466⁠.Follow Whitney on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/sitwithwhit⁠Subscribe to Whitney's YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft⁠Order Whitney's book, ⁠Toxic Positivity. ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I discuss one reason young people end relationships with their parents: their desire for differentiation. You will learn why differentiation is crucial for healthy family dynamics, why adults may need to establish strict boundaries with their parents, and how relationships are formed based on role vs. relationship quality. May at Calling Home - Grieving Complicated Relationships: ⁠https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships ⁠Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at ⁠866-225-5466⁠.Follow Whitney on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/sitwithwhit⁠Subscribe to Whitney's YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft⁠Order Whitney's book, ⁠Toxic Positivity. ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm back with two caller questions this week. Caller 1 has been waiting for her siblings to see her perspective, but now that they have, she's having some conflicting emotions. Caller 2 is trying to make sense of her sister's apparent amnesia of their father's abuse. Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmftMay at Calling Home - Grieving Complicated Relationships: ⁠https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships ⁠Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at ⁠866-225-5466⁠.Follow Whitney on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/sitwithwhit⁠Subscribe to Whitney's YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft⁠Order Whitney's book, ⁠Toxic Positivity. ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You were the responsible one. The quiet one. The one who didn’t need much. And now, as an adult, you feel stuck—like you never got the chance to just be a kid, and it’s holding you back.Grieving a childhood that was chaotic, neglectful, abusive, devoid of emotional connection, or overly parentified can be challenging. You may feel like you’re stuck in your childhood or your child self, and like you can’t seem to let go or move into adulthood.In this episode, I explain what it means to grieve your childhood, the impact of a missed childhood, and how to become the adult you need.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine your parents disapprove of your partner, and they're outwardly hateful about the life you've chosen to live. You had to end your relationship with them because of this. But now you're thinking about having a baby, and you want your baby to have grandparents.What would you do in this situation? That's one of the issues we're navigating in the latest Q&A episode out now.About the HostWhitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466Calling Home Monthly TopicMay | Grieving Complicated Relationship: ⁠https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships ⁠•Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club•Follow Whitney on Instagram•Follow Whitney on YouTube•Order Whitney’s book, Toxic Positivity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode #116 of the Calling Home Podcast with Whitney Goodman, LMFTIn this solo episode, Whitney Goodman explores the complex grief that comes with mourning a parent who wasn't emotionally or physically present. Whether the parent is still alive but unwilling to change or has passed away, Whitney explores the confusing emotions that can arise and provides practical guidance on navigating both forms of loss.About the HostWhitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466Calling Home Monthly TopicMay | Grieving Complicated Relationship: https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club Follow Whitney on Instagram Follow Whitney on YouTube Order Whitney’s book, Toxic PositivityLearn more about ad choices. Visit podcast.choices.com/adchoicesThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mother's Day is this weekend, and I know that is hard for many of you. In this episode, I discuss who should be "celebrated" on Mother's Day and answer several of your questions about how to grieve and estrangement. Here are those resources I mentioned in the episode: Mother-Daughter Relationship worksheets, videos, scripts, and articles The Adult Daughters with Difficult Mothers Group Q&A: My Mom Didn't Protect Me From My Dad Q&A: My Mom Snuck Alcohol Around My Child Q&A: Mother's Day Mother-Daughter Relationships: Why Mothers Criticize Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is an episode that every trauma survivor—and the people who love them—should listen to. Nate is an amazing speaker who discusses childhood trauma from a survivor's perspective, and I have no doubt this episode will deeply impact you.You can learn more about Nate and his work here.May at Calling Home - Grieving Complicated Relationships: ⁠https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships ⁠Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at ⁠866-225-5466⁠.Follow Whitney on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/sitwithwhit⁠Subscribe to Whitney's YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft⁠Order Whitney's book, ⁠Toxic Positivity. ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wow, so sorry for that mixup. My advice for Caller 1 has completely changed after I heard the entire voicemail, not just half of it. If you've already listened, this is an updated version of that episode.May at Calling Home - Grieving Complicated Relationships: ⁠https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships ⁠Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at ⁠866-225-5466⁠.Follow Whitney on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/sitwithwhit⁠Subscribe to Whitney's YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft⁠Order Whitney's book, ⁠Toxic Positivity. ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is about repair, not perfection. You will learn: Why we react in ways we don't want to Why self-compassion is crucial for repair How to repair (with exact steps)May at Calling Home - Grieving Complicated Relationships: https://callinghome.co/grieving-complicated-relationships Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi! We have two caller questions this week + my three little epiphanies:Some families are “role” families and some families are “relationship families.”Sometimes the most adult thing you can do is stand up for yourself.There is a special pain in families where people know exactly how to act around others, but give you the worst version of themselves. Caller 1 feels like a rest stop to her father and never his actual destination. Caller 2 is asking about personality changes for elderly adults.Take the Estranged Adult Child survey before June 30, 2025: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/qQRbFnc3 Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is for anyone who is navigating estrangement. I sat down with Eamon Dolan, the author of the new book, The Power of Parting. We discuss:The hidden epidemic of child abuse at the hands of their family membersWhy estrangement is so taboo and challengingEamon's steps for navigating estrangement and how to approach itWhy our family members need to treat us like friendsIf you are an adult who is estranged from one or both of your parents, please complete my Estranged Adult Survey before June 30, 2025.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club at Calling Home: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we have two caller questions. I also talk about my three little epiphanies for the week:The most ineffective way to resume contact with someone after estrangement is by demanding a relationship with them.For some adults, their parents are their biggest haters.There’s a big difference between not wanting kids and feeling like you can’t have them because of your own childhood wounds.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I recorded this solo episode of @thecallinghomepodcast for anyone who is parenting without role models or someone who is fearful of having children because they don't have a roadmap from their own childhood.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we have a Q&A episode. I answer two caller questions:1. Caller 1 wants to know if her dad has autism or narcissistic traits. I break down the difference.2. Caller 2 is struggling to have a surface-level relationship with her family.I also dive into my three little epiphanies for the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey everyone, and welcome back! I am so excited to have Carla Fernandez on the podcast today. She's a grief guide, community builder, the author of Renegade Grief, and co-founder of The Dinner Party, an organization that creates spaces where people who have experienced loss can gather around a table and share their stories. Carla's work centers on reimagining how we approach grief, not just as individuals but as communities, especially in a culture that often rushes us to move on or only makes space for certain kinds of grief. We discuss young grievers, toxic positivity, what people get wrong about grieving, and losing someone you don't exactly "miss."Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi! We're back with two caller questions this week. Caller one is a passive-aggressive MIL and caller 2 is concerned about having her family at her wedding. I also share my three little epiphanies for the week about giving grace, the most googled question about estrangement, and Chappell Roan.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With that Chappell Roan clip on Call Her Daddy going viral, this episode couldn't be more timely. I sat down with Amanda White, the author of Fence Sitter and we talk about motherhood, deciding to have children, regret, and the paradox of joy and pain in parenthood. This episode is great for anyone considering having a child or struggling with early parenthood.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I'm sharing my three little epiphanies:The show Long Bright River is a great representation of what it's like to love a family member in active addiction and the different paths we can take in a family. (More on that below)Why I'm so tired of quotes like, "It's your parent's first time living too." I saw this video about growing up in an "ask family" or a "guess family," and it's fascinating. I also answer two caller questions. Caller 1 is estranged from her parents but wants to support her sister who has cancer. Caller 2 still feels really anxious around her family but wants to maintain a connection. This is a great episode about boundaries, difficult choices, and deciding if we can tolerate surface-level relationships.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinWhitney's Book Toxic Positivity.Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ok, I go on a little rant in this one because I am so tired of people trying to remain totally neutral about family estrangement. Obviously estrangement is bad. It's not an ideal outcome. No one wants to experience it. And, sometimes it is the only choice. In this episode I cover:how abuse is actually quite common in families why saying estrangement is "bad" isn't going to solve anythingwhat we actually need to do to prevent estrangement in familiesJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi! Today I am sharing my three little epiphanies for the week about love is blind, estranged family members having mental health issues, and why some people will never get help when they're struggling. We also have 2 caller questions. #1 is deciding what kind of relationship she can have with her mother, #2 has a MIL who screams at her and crosses every boundary.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over 22,000 of you answered my poll questions about abandonment and estrangement. In this episode, I review your responses and discuss what "abandonment" means in the context of adult-child and parent relationships.As always, thank you so much for contributing to this episode. I love it when we collaborate like this. Let me know your thoughts!Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm answering a caller's question today. This caller has a very distant relationship with her father, and she's trying to figure out what to do. He's super invested with his step-kids and those grandchildren, but he can't seem to show up for her and her children. I try to help this caller understand why she has resentment for her father's ambivalence, how to grieve that loss, and what to do about the relationship.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I read the book I Can Fix This by Kristina Kuzmič and immediately knew I needed to get her on the show. In this episode, we talk about what it's like to have a teenager with a mental health diagnosis, surrendering to the fact that we cannot control it, and how to help them and yourself. This is the perfect episode for anyone who has felt clueless, helpless, and out of control in the face of a loved one's mental health struggles. (I also say the one thing that she wishes people would stop saying to people who speak about their mental health publicly). Get Kristina's book here.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi! In this Q&A episode, I am talking about my three little epiphanies this week: why it's good to be a little bit delusional, a new podcast from NPR about conspiracy theories, and accepting imperfection in our family relationships.We also have two caller questions:Caller 1 is trying to set boundaries with her in-laws and does not want them to drink around her child.Caller 2 is unsure if she should re-connect with her dad. He kicked her out of the house at 16 and wants to have lunch.Watch me on Tamron Hall: https://www.hulu.com/watch/f9b07570-9030-4979-8700-7a9bd317326bJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over 2,000 people responded to my Instagram polls about gender and family. Thank you again for participating! In this episode, I review the results of those polls and explore how gender stereotypes can harm family relationships:How hearing your parent speak negatively about the opposite gender impacts youWhat happens when your parents talk negatively about each otherSibling favoritism based on gender Breaking generational patterns of harmful gender norms in familiesJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Calling Home Podcast, Whitney shares insights from the Family Cyclebreakers Club group this month:the grief of not having a supportive familythe challenges of navigating dysfunctional family dynamics (your in-laws and your own family)the sacrifices individuals make to avoid family conflict00:00 Introduction to Family Dynamics and Relationships02:26 The Impact of Family Dysfunction on Romantic Relationships06:49 Navigating Dysfunctional Family Relationships10:32 Sacrifices Made Due to Family Dysfunction12:58 Understanding Estrangement and AcceptanceJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how children are drawn into adult roles—whether through emotional or logistical parentification. We examine the family conditions that create these dynamics, share real-life examples, and discuss how these experiences impact you as an adult. We’ll also explore how the very skills you developed to survive can both help and hinder you later in life, and provide actionable strategies for reclaiming your inner child and healing generational patterns.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whitney discusses her three little epiphanies for the week:therapy lingo continues to be a force for good on reality TVparents are cutting off their adult childrenShould parents get to control your life if they give you money?She also answers two caller questions. Caller 1 is planning a wedding and doesn't want to invite all of her family members. Caller 2 is trying to find a way to navigate one of the most challenging issues you can face within a family - child grooming and potential child s*xual abuse.*Please keep in mind this episode discussed themes of child ab*se in caller 2.*00:00 Introduction and Epiphanies09:37 Navigating Wedding Guest Lists18:42 Addressing Child Safety and Family DynamicsJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Whitney Goodman explores the four attachment styles and their impact on romantic relationships. She discusses the four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized, explaining how they manifest in relationships and how they are influenced by childhood experiences. She also shows how attachment styles are portrayed in Netflix's new season of Love Is Blind.Timeline:00:00 Introduction to Attachment Styles and Family Dynamics03:21 Understanding Secure Attachment06:19 Exploring Anxious Attachment08:38 Diving into Avoidant Attachment09:37 Understanding Disorganized Attachment11:25 The Impact of Childhood on Attachment Styles13:43 Triggers and Responses in Relationships19:21 Navigating Partner Behaviors and Attachment Styles27:36 The Role of Self-Awareness in RelationshipsJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this epsiode, Whitney answers two caller questions and gives her three little epiphanies for the week:Sutton's mom on RHOBHA new phrase she's using to push through hard timesBeing a cyclebreaker sucks sometimesCaller 1 is upset about her parent's horrible marriage. Caller 2 is responding to a smear campaign from her sister in law.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Whitney shares her 3 Little Epiphanies for the week:Mary Cosby from RHOSLC did an amazing jobHow RHONY is an example of "therapy speak" entering the mainstream in a good wayHow Whitney is choosing to handle her news consumption in 2025She also answers two caller questions. Caller 1 is having a baby and doesn't want the baby to meet her father. Caller 2 recently lost her grandmother and is trying to navigate Grandpa having a new girlfriend.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a two-part series with the hosts of Nuance Needed. In part 1, Whitney, Amanda, and Sam discuss the complexities of parental estrangement, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the impact of social media on family dynamics and estrangement.In Part 2, we reflect on the impact of their work on social media on their personal lives, the challenges of parenting, and tips to avoid estrangement. You can listen to part two on Nuance Needed.For online therapy in 42 states, visit Amanda's practice, Therapy for Women: https://therapyforwomencenter.com/ Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Q&A episode, Whitney speaks to 2 callers. Caller 1 has a distant parent who doesn't invest much in their relationship. Should she cut them off, or is this just another estrangement fantasy?Caller 2 is a new parent who is worried about messing up his kid. This is the pep talk you need if you can relate.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Whitney Goodman and Marc explore the significance of emotions in personal development and relationships. They discuss the lack of emotional education in families and schools, the impact of cultural perspectives on emotional expression, and the importance of having supportive figures in one's life. They also delve into practical strategies for emotional regulation and the connection between emotional well-being and success. In this conversation, Marc and Whitney explore the profound impact of emotional intelligence on creativity, relationships, and personal growth.Marc's Book, Permission To Feel: https://www.amazon.com/Permission-Feel-Unlocking-Emotions-Ourselves/dp/1250212847 Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Calling Home podcast, Whitney answers your questions about emotional immaturity, providing insights into the dynamics of family relationships, the importance of genuine apologies, and the challenges of caring for emotionally immature parents.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Whitney Goodman explores the complexities of emotional maturity, particularly in the context of adult children dealing with emotionally immature parents. She discusses the common fantasy that parents can change if children learn the right ways to interact with them, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, accountability, and setting boundaries. Whitney also highlights cultural influences on emotional immaturity and provides insights into recognizing signs of potential growth in parents.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club at Calling Home: www.callinghome.co/joinJoin my free webinar on January 21, 2025: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_j2TGSXofQMqQt-BhJLcFSAEstranged Adult Child Group: https://callinghome.co/estranged-adult-child-group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Whitney addresses two caller questions. The first caller discusses her awakening to the dysfunction within her family and how uncomfortable she feels now. The second caller asks about the confusing behavior of her emotionally immature in-laws, who present a different persona in public compared to their private interactions. Whitney provides insights on navigating these difficult relationships and emphasizes the importance of acceptance, self-care, and personal boundaries.Timeline:00:00 Introduction and Updates on Calling Home02:33 Caller 1: Awakening to Family Dysfunction16:51 Caller 2: The Dichotomy of Family BehaviorJoin The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/joinHave a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466.Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sitwithwhitSubscribe to Whitney's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitneygoodmanlmft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Whitney Goodman discusses emotional immaturity, its traits, and how to effectively deal with emotionally immature individuals. She emphasizes the importance of emotional regulation and provides practical strategies for managing interactions, drawing from insights in Lindsay C. Gibson's book, 'Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents.'Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Calling Home Podcast, Whitney Goodman discusses emotional maturity and the complexities of family relationships, particularly when spirituality and religion create barriers. She addresses a caller's question about navigating relationships with emotionally immature family members who use spiritual beliefs to justify their actions. Whitney emphasizes the importance of empathy, acceptance, and support in these situations while highlighting the pain of rejection that can arise from such conflicts. The second caller is a twin who has had to set boundaries with their twin sibling. Whitney discusses why adult sibling relationships can be so challenging and how to help someone in a dysfunctional or abusive relationship.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Calling Home Podcast, Whitney Goodman shares concrete steps you can take to become more emotionally mature. She explores various aspects of emotional maturity, including self-awareness, accountability, emotional regulation, empathy, and vulnerability. Whitney provides practical insights and strategies for listeners to enhance their emotional maturity and navigate relationships with emotionally immature individuals.Chapters:11:03 The Importance of Accountability16:20 Emotional Regulation Techniques25:29 Empathy and Understanding Others31:24 Vulnerability in Emotional MaturityJoin The family Cyclebreakers Club at Calling Home: www.callinghome.co/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Whitney Goodman speaks to two callers and answers their questions. Question 1 addresses the complexities of navigating difficult family relationships, sharing how we feel with our family, and accepting parents. Question 2 is about gifts from estranged grandparents and the nuances of handling gifts.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.