Black Marriage Therapy
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Sexual Empowerment in Marriage with Goody Howard MPH, MSW
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into pleasure, sexual empowerment, and confidence with the incredible Goody Howard MPH, MSW. Goody is a world-renowned sexolo...
This is Killing your Marriage: Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are moments in our relationships where communication breaks down, and things can start to feel overwhelming. In today's episode, we explore ...
Understanding Personal Values and Their Impact on Your Marriage
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re diving into the critical role of understanding personal values in marriage. Understanding your values isn't just about recognizing ...
Healing Men's Relationship to Anger
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everything has a good side right, but what’s the good side to anger? Today, we learn how to express anger in healthy ways to become better at using ...
How to Manage your Emotions in Marriage
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re exploring the vital role of emotional intelligence (EI) in marriage. Emotional intelligence isn't just about managing oth...
Taking Care of Aging Parents
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are diving into a topic that we have never discussed before on the show: caretaking and its effect on marriage. Caretaking can involve carin...
Issues w/ Trust: Candid Conversations
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we have a candid conversation about the ups and downs of marriage, focusing on growth, trust, and emotional capacity. We take ...
The Affects of Porn in Marriage
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I address what I. believe is the result of long term porn use in relationships. While some argue it can enhance sexual experiences,...
How to Accept Your Spouse for Who They Are
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that 69% of marital conflicts will not be resolved why because these conflicts stem from fundamental differences between the the two indi...
Men vs Women: More Alike Than Different
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BLACKMARRIAGE and get on your way to being your best self. I...
How To Heal Men's Trauma
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Junior and Dr. Jared Kiddoe teach men how to deal with the pressing issue of healing Black men's traumas in America. Listen to Le...
How To Be Honest
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BLACKMARRIAGE and get on your way to being your...
25 Years of Marriage: Transitions & Resilience
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BLACKMARRIAGE and get on your way to being your best self. T...
The Power of Community for Your Marriage
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BLACKMARRIAGE and get on your way to being your best self. I...
The "Love Triangle" Theory
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're going to dive into the topic of love using Robert Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love as our guide. This theor...
Attachment Styles in Marriage
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BLACKMARRIAGE and get on your way to being your best self. ...
Love and Business w the Brooks!
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're breaking the mold by exploring the idea of going into business with your spouse. Meet Troy & Shantel Brooks, childhood friends tu...
Apologizing 101
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Black Marriage Therapy is sponsored by BetterHelp! If you struggle to say sorry and offer your spouse authentic apologies in your relationship you are...
Healing Invisible Traumas in Your Marriage with Kaara Kiddoe
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are moments in our lives that stick with us for a lifetime. Some of these moments, however, carry wounds so deep that we bury them, pretending t...
3 Pillars of Men's Personal Development
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're a man seeking personal growth or a partner invested in the success of your relationship, this episode is a must-listen. Join us in...
How to Create an Intentional Marriage
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Most marriages that are successful can attribute that success to the level of intentionality they put into the marriage. In every aspect of marriage, ...
The 6 Most Common Holiday Arguments
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are a time for cheer and celebration but for couples, it can create tension. According to several polled therapists by the Huffington Pos...
How to END the Vicious Cycle of Hurt
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes despite best intentions and love for one another, we may find ourselves in a situation where we are continuously hurting one another and dri...
5 Lessons from a Marriage and Family Therapist
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Therapy, for a lot of us in the black community, can be taboo. Often times speaking to a stranger about our problems and our relationships can be an i...
How to Have Hard Conversations
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our relationships, there are times when we need to sit down and talk about tough stuff. But, sometimes, we avoid these conversations because we don...
Is Self-Sabotage Holding Your Marriage Back?
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A few months ago I was on a high I felt like I was working on everything that I wanted to accomplish and out of nowhere I just stopped. I made excuses...
Empathy - A Man's Guide to Truly Understanding His Spouse
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the world view of men with Junior Smith & Mychael Starke as they reveal the essence of empathy in relationships. In this episode, these ...
Healing Within Marriage: Sherell's Triumph Over Abuse and Trauma
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
🚨Trigger Warning🚨: This episode delves into a sensitive topic and discusses instances of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Today, we...
Money Talks for Modern Couples: Prenups, Debt, and Financial Togetherness
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Schelo, a seasoned finance expert and CEO of Black Women Invest. With 8+ years of industry experience, Schelo has cultivat...
Dissecting Faith in Marriage 👆🏾
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A marriage without faith is not sustainable. I know that is a politically charged statement for some but hear us out. We have been on both sides of th...
THE COMMUNICATIONS NINJA🤫🥷🏾
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sulonda, the communication coach, draws from her upbringing in a large family to offer a fresh perspective on relationships. In today’s episode, she...
Conflict Conversations
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that 69% of arguments or conflicts in a relationship go unresolved and this comes from the world-renowned marriage and family therapist J...
Unpacking Men's Responsibilities in Marriage with Chris A. Matthews, LMFT
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an exciting and candid episode as Chris Matthews (who has worked in the field of counseling and human services for 18years) and Junior Smi...
When Life Tests Your Love
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes the challenges that you face in your relationship do not come from within but stem from external factors that may be out of your control. Du...
Is cheating a dealbreaker?
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I first got married, I was immovable in my stance on cheating. I remember looking into my husband's eyes and saying, "If you ever cheat on me, I ...
Questions and Answers: Featuring Junior Smith
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we answer questions we received from our Instagram and TikTok page @blackmarriage therapy. If you have been enjoying the content plea...
Money and Marriage
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Arguing about money early in a relationship has been found to be the No. 1 predictor of whether a couple gets divorced. What is it about money that ma...
It Takes a Village to Raise a Marriage!
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It takes a village to raise a marriage. I heard a friend of mine Margert say recently on her podcast that it takes a village to raise a woman and I th...
Needs, Wants and Desires
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time in my marriage, I am not putting my needs on the back burner and it feels weird. For the majority of our marriage, I have always pu...
A Mans Perspective: Sex in Marriage
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For a long time, sex from a man's perspective has been shrouded in mystery. When discussing sex from a man's perspective it seems to be only one vie...
Thriving Through the Busy Season
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even when intentionally trying not to be busy we still end up with things on our plate that must be done in order for our lives to keep moving forward...
Conflict Resolution
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I used to think that my husband could not handle confrontational emotional conversations. When we would have serious disagreements he seem to retreat ...
Grief in Marriage | Final Episode of Season 1
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is dedicated to a good man Ramces Noel or as he was known to me and many others, Mr. Noel. Mr. Noel, I will miss you and your bright warm...
Sex in Marriage| 5 Things That Have Transformed My Sex Life.
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The first time my husband and I had sex it was surreal. I enjoyed connecting with the person I loved on a deeper physical level. However, the morning ...
Communication| The Key to Effective Communication
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I used to think that I was a stoic person who often had my emotions under control. I felt that emotions only got in the way of accomplishment and succ...
No Role Modelz: Pursuing Marriage Without Good Examples
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking of getting married but fear that you may not be successful because you didnt have a good example? Maybe you had no example at all, a ...
Mental Health in Marriage
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What should I do when the person I love is struggling with their mental health? What happens when the person I have decided to spend the rest of my li...
Going from me to we! Conversations for newlyweds about in-laws.
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My husband and I’s in-law story began with a fist fight, a screaming match, and lots of cold shoulders. Our romantic relationship started at the rip...
Toxic Relationships
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the past what came to my mind when I thought of toxic relationships were relationships that involved physical, verbal, sexual, and emotional abuse....
The Art of Negotiation: Communication Conversation Continued
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When we think of the word negotiation most individuals would think of the court of law or the corporate board room. However, you rarely hear the word ...
The Stories We Tell Ourselves
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The American psychologist Donald Meichenbaum claims that we are all “storytellers” and that we should be aware of the stories we tell ourselves an...
Trust Issues
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trust is gained in drops and lost in buckets. Many of us have heard this quote before and know it to be true. Whether you were the one who lost trust ...
Partnership
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing will give you a real assessment of your relationships like problems, issues, or crises. For us, the assessment was given by a health scare. Bu...
The Silent Killer in Relationships
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
According to Brené Brown, a researcher at the University of Houston, shame is an “intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are ...
Communication | 3 C's of Marriage Series
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before you get married most people will tell you that communication is foundational and super important to the success of your relationship. But what ...
Intimacy (INTO-ME-SEE)| 3 C'S of Marriage Series
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are experiencing unprecedented times because although we are more connected than we have ever been we are also more alone than we have ever been. I...
Commitment | 3 C's of Marriage Series
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On our wedding day, we blissfully stand in front of one another and we promise to stick together forever. We make a commitment but do we truly underst...
Black Love- Past, Present, and Future
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Black Love is not just a hashtag or a trend it is a necessity. Because of our history in this country, we have had to celebrate and support our love. ...
Fantasies and Fallacies
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasies can be fun and exciting but they can be damaging to a relationship. In this episode, I discuss fantasies and fallacies men and women may hol...
What Happened to You?
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What happens to us in the past never really stays in the past. When there is unaddressed and unhealed trauma lingering from our past we drag those exp...
Can Marriage Skills be Taught?
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it that in our society 50% of marriages end in divorce? Is there something we’re missing? I think that the missing piece is marriage educatio...