Safe Space with Laura Caruso
Episodes
Ep 35 - Goodbye, NYC
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this emotional episode of Safe Space, Laura records just one day before permanently leaving New York City after seven years. With her apartment in ...
Ep 34 - Dealing with Parents Who Can't Emotionally Regulate
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, Laura explores the complex and often painful reality of growing up with emotionally immature parents—those who strugg...
Ep 33 - How Do I Rebuild Trust After It’s Been Broken?
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, the focus is on understanding and rebuilding trust after it’s been broken in a relationship. The discussion explores ...
Ep 32 – We’re Tired, We’re Done, and We’re Voting for Empathy (So I Wrote A Book About It)
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura reflects on one of the most powerful moments in recent history—the New York City mayoral election—and what it means...
Ep 31 - The Episode I Moved to Denver
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura shares the story of one of the biggest changes in her adult life: moving to Denver. From boarding the flight out of New...
Ep 30 - How to Tell If You’re Unavailable or Just Unimpressed
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura opens up about the messy, confusing, and deeply human experience of dating after a breakup. She shares what it was like...
Ep 29 - Why Do I Feel Anxious When Things Are Going Well in My Relationship?
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, the host addresses a viewer's question about feeling anxious even when their relationship is going well. Exploring ...
Ep 28 - Reporting Live from the Middle of a Manic Episode
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura opens up about living with cyclothymia, a form of bipolar disorder often misunderstood because it hides behind the mask...
Ep 27 - What Is Gaslighting and How Can I Recognize It?
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura opens up about the painful but important topic of gaslighting—what it is, how it works, and how it impacts those who ...
Ep 26 - What Are the Signs I’m Emotionally Unavailable?
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura takes a closer look at what it really means to be emotionally unavailable—and how it shows up in our lives. With hone...
Ep 25 - My Most Valuable Lessons: 30th Birthday Edition
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura marks a special milestone: her 30th birthday. In this heartfelt solo episode, she reflects on the lessons and growth fr...
Ep 24 - What’s the Difference Between Chemistry and Compatibility?
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura dives into a big relationship question: what’s the difference between chemistry and compatibility—and which one act...
Ep 23 – Breakup, Burnout, and Becoming: My Story of Letting Go and Starting Again
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, Laura returns to the mic after a two-month hiatus that followed a life-altering breakup.She opens up about what it’s been l...
Ep 22 - What Should You Do on Days When You Need a Pick-Me-Up?
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Laura shares what to do when you're having one of those days—the kind where nothing feels right, and even getting out of bed feels li...
Ep 21 - Should Love Always Feel Easy?
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Laura breaks down a myth that keeps many of us stuck: the idea that real love should be effortless. She unpacks the cultural narrative that...
Ep 20 - Is Being “Too Independent” Ruining My Relationships?
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Laura unpacks a hidden relationship pattern that often gets praised but can quietly cause disconnection: hyper independence.She answers a l...
Ep 19 - Is It Okay to Have Doubts in a Relationship?
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Safe Space, we’re diving into a topic that many of us secretly wrestle with: doubt in relationships. Is it a red flag—or just a sign ...
Ep 18 - How Do I Know If I’m in a Healthy Relationship?
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Laura responds to a listener’s powerful question: Why do we stay in relationships where we’re not treated well? She explores the psycho...
Ep 17 - How Can I Let Someone In After a Broken Heart?
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, we explore a vulnerable listener question: How do I let someone in again after having my heart broken?Through the lens ...
Ep 16 - Why Was I OK With My Ex Treating Me Poorly?
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, we dive into a listener’s vulnerable question: Why was I okay with being treated poorly by my ex?Through the lens of ...
Ep 15 - Why Does My Self-Esteem Change with My Relationship Status?
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, we unpack how self-esteem and relationship status often intertwine, especially for those with anxious or insecure attac...
Ep 13 - What’s the #1 Factor That Makes a Relationship Last Long-Term?
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, we explore the cornerstone of long-term relational health: being emotionally available, attuned, and responsive to your...
Ep 12 - Is There Such a Thing as Saying “I Love You” Too Soon?
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Safe Space, we unpack the emotional weight and timing of saying “I love you” in a relationship. Why does this simple phrase tri...
Ep 11 - Why Do I Lose Interest When Someone Likes Me Back?
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the psychological and neurochemical patterns that fuel the chase in romantic relationships. Why do we feel more drawn to...
Ep 10 - How Can I Support Someone Close Who Just Escaped Domestic Violence?
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Laura answers a listener’s question How can I support someone close who just escaped domestic violence? Leaving an abusive relation...
Ep 09 - How to Navigate a Partner Identifying as Asexual or a Change in Their Sex Drive?
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Laura explores one of the most common concerns in relationships—changes in sex drive and differences in libido. Whether it’s a sh...
Ep 08 - Dating in Your 40s - How Do You Navigate Feeling Too Young for Older Men & Too Grown for Younger Men?
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Laura explores the realities of dating in your forties and the unique challenges that come with it. She reflects on the feeling of be...
Ep 07 - Why Do I Keep Choosing the Wrong People?
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Laura reflects on her inspiring conversation with Ilana Dunn and explores the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a world domin...
Ep 06 - When Should I Ask About Marriage, Kids, and Values?
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Laura discusses when and how to initiate discussions about major relationship topics such as marriage, kids, and values. She emphasizes tha...
Ep 05 - For Daters: Am I Giving Up Too Soon?
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Laura dives into a question that so many daters ask themselves:Am I giving up too soon on people, or am I trusting my gut? If you’ve ever...
Ep 04 - Is There Ever a Right Time to Start Dating?
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Laura dives into one of the most personal and complex questions in relationships: Is there ever a right time to start dating during your he...
Ep 03 - Do I Have to Change to Find the Man of My Dreams?
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the third episode of Safe Space with Laura Caruso. This week, Laura dives into a relatable question in relationships: Do I have to change t...
Ep 02 - How Do I Know if They're The One?
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the second episode of Safe Space with Laura Caruso. This week, Laura dives into one of the most common and challenging questions in relatio...
Ep 01 - This is a Safe Space
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of Safe Space with licensed therapist and relationship expert, Laura Caruso. In this inaugural episode, Laura introd...