Do you love someone who’s struggling—and feel like nothing you do is working?

In today’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, Dr. Laurie Bruce sits down with Gianna Yunker—a triple board certified family systems specialist, intervention professional, and person in long-term recovery—to explore what a modern, love-centered intervention actually looks like.

Together, they unpack why families get stuck in enabling patterns driven by fear, how to move from the role of fixer or warden back to simply being a parent or partner, and what it takes to help a loved one get into treatment—without shame, blame, or punishment. Gianna also shares real stories from her practice, red flags to watch for when choosing a treatment center, and the powerful letter-writing process at the heart of her intervention approach.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to support someone through addiction, mental health challenges, disordered eating, or other crisis patterns, this conversation offers both clarity and hope.

Listen to this week’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch: When Helping Hurts: Supporting a Loved One Without Losing Yourself

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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

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Gianna Yunker is a triple board certified family systems specialist and intervention professional. She is the founder of Interventions With Love, a family-centered practice dedicated to supporting families impacted by addiction, complex mental health challenges, disordered eating, and other major life transitions. Gianna is also a person in long-term recovery and is passionate about helping families move from fear-based enabling to love-centered action.

Learn more about Gianna:

Website: https://www.interventionswithlove.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giayunker

FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/people/Interventions-With-Love/61555475775211/

IG Page: https://www.instagram.com/giannaiwl/

#Intervention #AddictionRecovery #FamilySystems #MentalHealth #Enabling #Boundaries #TreatmentCenter #FamilyHealing

Hey friends! Today, I am joined by Dr. April Tillery, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist, to explore the perimenopausal and menopausal phases in women. We discuss the symptoms that can arise during perimenopause, how healthcare providers rule out underlying conditions, and the range of treatment options available to support patients.

Join us as we unpack the controversial WHI study, which led to widespread misunderstanding around HRT, and take a closer look at how hormones can help support disease prevention. We also explore how HRT decisions are made based on estrogen levels, and Dr. Tillery walks us through the 12-week program they offer to help women navigate perimenopause symptoms.

This episode highlights why every patient is different and why a personalized, holistic approach to care is essential.

If you’ve been feeling confused, dismissed, or simply curious about what’s happening in your body during this stage of life, take a moment for yourself and join us on From Both Sides Of The Couch — HRT Explained: What Every Woman Should Know About Perimenopause & Menopause.

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Dr. April Tillery is a Board Certified OB/GYN and the Founder of Embrace The Change, LLC. She helps women—especially those with lifelong struggles with weight—finally get answers and lasting results. Through virtual, one-on-one coaching, she provides compassionate, evidence-based care that goes beyond willpower to address real metabolic and hormonal root causes. Together, you’ll create a plan that supports your body, your lifestyle, and your long-term wellness.

Connect with Dr. April Tillery:

Website: https://www.drapriltillery.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-tillery-63211076/

Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

#Perimenopause #Menopause #HormoneHealth

Have you ever had a moment where words simply couldn’t capture what you’re feeling?

In today’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch, we unpack how music can be a powerful tool for expressing and regulating our inner experiences—helping to soothe emotions and support our healing process.

Join me, Dr. Laurie Bruce, as we explore the two primary ways people use music, how self-soothing can become a form of self-validation, and how music can help us access and process misunderstood emotions, such as anger. I’ll also share songs I personally turn to depending on what I’m feeling, along with practical ways you can begin to soothe your own emotional world.

Instead of asking yourself, “What do I feel like listening to?” try asking, “What do I need right now?” When used intentionally, music can help regulate your nervous system and bring you back to a place of balance.

Listen to this week’s episode of From Both Sides Of The Couch: Feel, Release, Heal: The Emotional Power of Music

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Dr. Laurie Bruce is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness coach. She received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2000. Her expertise is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is a treatment that combines both traditional cognitive and behavioral strategies with Eastern Mindfulness practices. She is also a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist and completed a year-long intensive training through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. She’s passionate about the safe, legal, and ethical use of psychedelic medicines to help address trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders and for personal and spiritual development.

Follow her socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555258666969

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlauriebruce/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-bruce-psy-d-0201277/

Visit her website.

Website: https://www.drlauriebruce.com/

#MusicTherapy #EmotionalHealing #SelfRegulation