The Coupled Podcast

The Coupled Podcast

Want to know more about relationships, couples therapy, and other hot relationship topics? Join couples therapists, Dr. Nari and Dr. Jenna, as they dive deep into the complexities of modern couple relationships. Whether you're struggling with communication, dealing with intimacy issues, or simply want to strengthen your connection, The Coupled Podcast is here to help you navigate it all. In each episode, Dr. Jenna and Dr. Nari bring real-world wisdom and actionable advice to help couples strengthen their bonds, overcome conflicts, and embrace healthy dynamics. With a mix of current research, expert insights, and candid conversations, The Coupled Podcast offers a warm, no-judgment zone for listeners to learn, reflect, and grow together. Tune in for: Practical tips on communication, conflict resolution, and intimacy. Real-life examples of common (and not-so-common) relationship challenges. Thought-provoking discussions on how to keep love alive through the ups and downs. Expert advice for building and maintaining a strong, resilient partnership. Guidance on when to pursue couples therapy and how to get the most out of it. Listen on your favorite podcast platform, including Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, iHeart Radio and more. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook: @drjennascott @drnarijeter @thecoupledpodcast Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy. If you’re struggling, we encourage you to seek support from a licensed therapist in your state. Our relationship suggestions and content may not be applicable or advised for relationships with intimate partner violence (IPV). If you need resources, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233

Episodes

August 6, 2025 28 mins

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Season 2 Episode 9: Beyond Court Battles: How Collaborative Divorce Transforms Family Transitions

Divorce doesn't have to mean scorched earth and broken families. What if there was a way to end your marriage with dignity, privacy, and mutual respect—while saving time and money?

Rachel Borentrager, divorce attorney and pioneering advocate for collaborative divorce, retur...

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Season 2 Episode 8: Inside the Mind of a Divorce Attorney: What Makes Couples Split?

Rachel Borntreger, a Florida board-certified marital and family law expert, reveals the hidden patterns behind modern divorce in this illuminating conversation. Drawing from over a decade of experience working with couples at their breaking point, Rachel offers a rare glimpse into what's really ...

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Season 2 Episode 7: Crafting Healthy Conflict: The Art of Fair Fighting For Couples

Ever wondered if your arguments are normal or if they're slowly destroying your relationship? Whether you're having full-blown shouting matches or tense conversations where neither of you feels heard, this episode dives into the truth about conflict in healthy relationships.

Contrar...

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Season 2 Episode 6: The Aftermath: Inside the Betrayed Partner's Experience in Infidelity

The discovery of an affair creates seismic shifts in a relationship, leaving the betrayed partner to navigate a landscape of trauma, confusion, and painful questioning. As experienced couples therapists specializing in affair recovery, we pull back the curtain on what really happens in the ...

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Season 2 Episode 5: Red Flags and Gut Feelings: Understanding the Cheater Profile

Navigating the murky waters of suspected infidelity can leave you questioning your sanity and second-guessing your instincts. We dive deep into the behavioral patterns that might indicate a partner is cheating, while emphasizing an important caveat: these signs alone don't definitively prove unfait...

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Season 2 Episode 4: Navigating Couples' Relationship Differences: From Minor Frustrations to Major Conflicts

Ever noticed how the tiniest differences between you and your partner can somehow snowball into heated arguments? You're not alone. From the spouse who leaves clothes on the floor to the one who needs three days to recover from an argument, relationship differences a...

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Season 2 Episode 3: Normalizing Relationship Friction: Common Questions Couples Are Afraid to Ask

Are you silently questioning if certain thoughts and feelings in your relationship are normal? You're not alone. We're diving straight into the questions that keep couples up at night—the ones they're often too embarrassed to discuss with friends.

First up: Is it ...

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Season 2 Episode 2: Breakup with Bad Love Advice For Couples

Forget what the movies taught you - real love isn't about finding a magical soulmate who makes everything effortless. As couples therapists, we're pulling back the curtain on the relationship advice that sounds romantic but actually sets couples up for disappointment and conflict.

That perfect person who ...

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Season 2 Episode 1: The Raw Truth: Two Couples Therapists Share Their Relationship Wisdom

Ever wondered what relationship therapists actually do in their own relationships? Season 2 of the Coupled Podcast starts with a refreshingly honest conversation where Dr. Jenna and Dr. Nari pull back the curtain on their personal lives while answering relationship questions that anyone can use ...

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Season 1 Episode 12: Balancing Acts: Work and Family Tensions Explored

The delicate balance between work and family life creates some of the most challenging dynamics in modern relationships. Diving deep into real-world tensions, we explore the common complaints that arise when careers and relationships collide.

At the heart of many conflicts is the "always working"...

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Season 1 Episode 11: Work, Family, and the Impossible Balance

Finding harmony between work and family life might be the ultimate challenge for modern relationships. As therapists who specialize in couples counseling, we've observed how the delicate balance of careers, household responsibilities, and childcare creates unique tensions that can either strengthen or strain partnersh...

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Season 1 Episode 10: Hidden Influences: How Your Family Shapes Your Marriage

Your past shapes your present more than you might realize. The family you grew up in—your family of origin—has profoundly influenced your communication style, conflict resolution tactics, expectations around affection, and even how you celebrate special occasions. When two people with different upbringings c...

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Season 1 Episode 9: Step by Step: The Reality Behind Blended Family Dynamics

Your past shapes your present more than you might realize. The family you grew up in—your family of origin—has profoundly influenced your communication style, conflict resolution tactics, expectations around affection, and even how you celebrate special occasions. When two people with different upbringings c...

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Season 1 Episode 8: Divide and Conquer--Household Labor In Relationships

In this episode, we discuss the research and reality of how couples handle household labor and child-rearing. Roles in marriage have been evolving, but how is this affecting couples when they tackle things around the house? 

Dr. Jenna and Nari are the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists behind the  Coupled Po...

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Season 1 Episode 7: Sexpectations: What Makes Sex Good for You?

In this episode, we explore the idea of how couples define "quality sex" in the relationship. The biggest factor seems to be clarifying "sexpectations" regarding throughout the relationship. 

Dr. Jenna and Nari are the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists behind the  Coupled Podcast. They both have ...

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Season 1 Episode 6: Marriage Interrupted: What Parenting Does to Your Relationship

In this episode, we tackle the issue of how parenting affects marital satisfaction. Parenting can drastically change a marriage--what we expect, our roles, our sex life, and more!

Dr. Jenna and Nari are the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists behind the  Coupled Podcast. They both have private pract...

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Season 1 Episode 5: Uncovering Infidelity--Behind The Lies and Betrayal (Part 2)

In this episode, we continue the conversation about infidelity from the previous episode (number 4). We are sharing our insights as clinical experts working with couples who have experienced infidelity. We have found that working with infidelity and betrayal have challenged our own ideas about relationsh...

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Season 1 Episode 1: Introduction to Coupled Podcast with Dr. Jenn and Dr. Nari

In this first episode, we are covering why we started the Coupled Podcast, our friendship, introduction of each of us, and some of the trends in our couples (infidelity, disconnection, struggles with communication, balancing work and family life).

Dr. Jenna and Nari are the Licensed Marriage and Family Ther...

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Season 1 Episode 2: Misconceptions and Myths About Couples Therapy

In this episode, we are clarifying misconceptions and stigmas about couples therapy. We know that a lot of couples are nervous or even scared to start couples therapy and we want to ease some anxieties about that.

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Season 1 Episode 3: More Than a Dry Spell: The Truth About Sexless Marriages

In this episode, we are discussing a trend in what is called the "sexless marriage." This is a marriage where the couple reports they are not having sex or sex is very infrequent. We discuss the reasons contributing to why many couples go through bouts of sexual infrequency. 

Dr. Jenna and Nari are ...

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