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Behind the Therapy Door

Behind the Therapy Door

By: Sarah Thome and Matthew Gallagher
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Have you ever wondered what your therapist is really thinking? Hopefully they are open and tell you and in this podcast two licensed mental health therapists share candid descriptions of the therapeutic process, theories of personality, communication, relationships, and self-help strategies to help you live your best life. Join the Affinity Consultants (Sarah and Matt) for a humorous and educational peek behind the therapy door.

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Episodes
  • Episode 15: The Illusion of Control
    Jul 17 2025

    What is it we all want and can never attain long term? Control…that is why it is an illusion! Taking permanent control over life is like grabbing a fistfull of air…impossible! In this episode, we discuss the various ways different personality types try to maintain control to manage uncomfortable emotions. We unpack different strategies for leaning into the “Both/And” concept to work towards controlling the things we can in healthy ways, while also embracing flexibility of the unknown.

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    53 mins
  • Episode 14: It’s not my fault…
    Jul 6 2025

    Who doesn’t love the ornery attitude and spontaneous creativity of a rebel mindset? People on the end of the angry blame game, that’s who! In this episode, we explore the pit-falls of phase distress in Rebel Type personalities. For those struggling with angry blame, tune in for some tips to explore patterns of self-doubt and inappropriate delegation, that can lead to self-sabotage via emotional escalation and avoidance. Learning how to confront healthy guilt via saying “I’m sorry” and delegating appropriately are the way out! For those who love these fiery and expressive souls, tune in to learn ways to help de-escalate situations and conversations through playful banter.

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    43 mins
  • Episode 13: Opposites Attract?
    Jun 23 2025

    Remember that old adage, “opposites attract?” Well what about “birds of a feather flock together?” There is truth to both of these famous phrases and in this episode, we unpack how to thrive in relationships with our polar opposites, as well as how to deepen connections with our dopplegangers. It is all about balancing strengths and needs in partnerships, celebrating differences, and finding commonalities, all which allows us to course correct miscommunication patterns and potential differences in attachment styles.

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    47 mins
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