In this extended episode of the I Shower After Work Podcast, Jason and John sit down with licensed professional counselor Amber Marie for a raw, honest conversation about mental health, relationships, divorce, communication, trauma, intimacy, and therapy — especially through a blue-collar lens.
No buzzwords. No judgment. Just real talk about what we carry, why it shows up in our bodies and relationships, and how honest conversations can change everything.
00:00 Introduction and Icebreaker
01:29 Meet Amber Marie: Licensed Professional Counselor
02:37 Amber's Background and Journey
03:42 The Roller Rink Era
05:50 Family and Parenting Insights
10:53 From Educator to Counselor
27:27 Navigating Relationships and Therapy
34:48 Fixing the Situation: Men's Instinct to Solve Problems
35:19 Different Languages: Men vs. Women Communication
35:29 Intimacy and Connection in Relationships
36:03 Communicating Needs and Desires
38:40 Avoidance and Anxious Attachment
39:39 Triggers and Relationship Patterns
39:57 Direct Communication vs. Passive Aggressiveness
42:18 Long-Distance Relationships and Communication
43:54 Intentional Communication and Boundaries
49:00 Dealing with Relationship Challenges
58:10 The Impact of Kids on Marriage
01:02:02 Coping with Grief and Relationship Transitions
01:09:18 Therapy and Relationship Counseling
01:11:09 The Importance of Genuine Effort in Relationships
01:12:00 Valuing Therapy and Setting Boundaries
01:12:44 Navigating Relationship Challenges and Grief
01:15:31 The Role of Empathy and Compassion in Therapy
01:17:04 Creating a Comfortable Therapy Environment
01:17:30 The Impact of Unhealthy Relationships on Physical Health
01:19:39 Understanding Sex Positive Therapy
01:22:45 Encouraging Open Communication in Relationships
01:33:57 The Influence of Technology on Therapy
01:44:00 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Therapy
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