A Better Love with Dr. Greg Matos

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Join Dr. Greg Matos, a nationally board-certified couple and family psychologist in Los Angeles, to learn how to foster a healthier, more fierce love in your life. The show explores love in our society with a focus on modern dating, long-term relationships, and the dynamic cultural forces redefining relationship expectations in friendships, romance, and family. Special guests include industry leaders in mental health, entertainment, and business. This podcast is sponsored by the charitable contributions of listeners like you with tax-deductible donations to A Better Love Project, Inc. Support the show with a donation today: https://donorbox.org/abetterloveproject. 

Expert Advice: Therapy for Children and Adolescents with Dr. Earl Turner
#10
01/18/2024

Join Dr. Greg and Child Psychologist Dr. Earl Turner to learn what you need to know about therapy for children and adolescents, especially kids of color. 

In this episode:

~ When should parents bring their child to a therapist?
~ What’s therapy like for kids and their parents?
~ Dr. Earl’s initiative: Therapy For Black Kids
~ Dr. Earl’s upcoming book: “Raising Resilient Black Kids”
~ Talking about systemic racism with our children
~ Top tips for navigating social media with your children + adolescents

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Understanding Erectile Dysfunction, Pelvic Pain, and Sexual Health with Dr. Susie Gronski
#9
01/10/2024

Join Dr. Susie Gronski to talk about men’s sexual health and much more. Dr. Susie is a licensed doctor of physical therapy, certified pelvic rehabilitation practitioner, and sexuality educator.

In this episode:

1. Common pelvic and sexual health issues: erectile dysfunction, vaginismus, and more. 
2. What a healthy pelvic floor has to do with sexual functioning. 
3. Dr. Susie’s book: “Pelvic Pain: The Ultimate Cock Block”
4. Pelvic health treatment and incorporating sexual partners.

If you want to connect with Dr. Susie and learn more about her work, visit her on Instagram @dr.susieg...


How to Create Shared Meaning about 2023 with Someone You Love
#8
12/23/2023

Join Dr. Greg Matos and a live TikTok audience to talk about the rituals of emotional connection he recommends for couples at the end of the year.

In this episode:

1. Introduction to the 7th principle of Gottman’s theory: Creating Shared Meaning.

2. Short quiz about whether you have the same meaning regarding dinner, holidays, etc.

3. One question I have all my couples ask themselves before the new year.


As always, you can find us @abetterloveproject everywhere. 

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The 4 Core Relationship Skills Everyone Needs To Know
#7
12/15/2023

Join Dr. Greg Matos and a live TikTok audience @abetterloveproject as we talk about the 4 core relationship skills everyone needs to know.

In this episode:

1. Introduction to the 4 Biggest Relationship Toxins: Criticism, Defensiveness, Contempt, and Stonewalling

2. Introduction to Gentle Startup

3. Taking Responsibility

4. The Antidote to Contempt

5. Self-soothing and Flooding Strategies

6. Q&A with Live Audience: dating, co-parenting, and much more!

As always, you can find us @abetterloveproject everywhere. 

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Understanding Men's Friendships with Dr. Geoffrey Greif
#6
12/06/2023

Join Dr. Greg and Dr. Greif, a Distinguished Professor of Social Work at the University of Maryland, to discuss the power of male friendships. 

In this episode:
 
1. The types of friendships: must, trust, rust, and just.
2. The barriers to male friendships, including how men pursue a connection with other men.
3. Lessons from "Buddy System: Understanding Male Friendships".
4. The importance of couple friends, biggest takeaways from "Two Plus Two: Couples and their couple friends." 
5. Strategies for creating new friendships.

To learn more about Dr. Greif, you can visit: https://www.ssw...


Modern Love in the Latinx Community with Couples Therapist Eliza Boquin
#5
11/29/2023

Join Dr. Greg and couples therapist Eliza Boquin to explore modern love in the Latinx community. 

Eliza is a Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and founder of Melanin and Mental Health. 

In this episode:

1. How the definition of love is changing in the Latinx community.

2. Challenges around mental health care access, trust, and use of couples therapy.

3. Cultural aspects of self-sacrifice and service in traditional relationships.

4. Dating issues for those who identify as black, indigenous, and people of color (BI...


Bumble's 2024 Dating Trend Prediction + Loss of Sexual Attraction
#4
11/22/2023

Join Dr. Greg, a couple psychologist, to learn what's in your control to prevent loss of sexual attraction in long-term relationships.

In this episode:

1. Bumble's 2024 Dating Trends: Shared values and action.

2. Loss of sexual attraction is an increasing problem for long-term relationships, specifically related to weight gain and stigma.

3. Learn what to listen for on your first few dates to assess whether or not you're compatible with fitness, nutrition, and overall lifestyle.

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How to Date Someone with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
#3
11/15/2023

Join Dr. Greg and Dr. Becca Payne to learn about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the things you need to consider when dating someone with the condition.

In this episode: 

1. What is PTSD and is it chronic?

2. Identifying and talking about symptoms and triggers with a romantic partner.

3. Specific treatments, benefits, and how to talk to our partner about trying therapy.

4. Counteracting avoidance as a couple and building out social connections.

5. Complex PTSD, attachment, and what you need to know.

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Unlocking Self-Love: Yoga Wisdom from Sabrina Rose
#2
11/08/2023

Join Dr. Greg and yoga instructor Sabrina Rose to learn how yoga can be a path toward greater self-awareness and self-love.

In this episode: 

1. How yoga can improve your mental health and confidence.
2. Yoga as a self-care practice that connects you to a community.
3. How to stay present with the process of growth while having fitness goals.
4. Trauma-informed yoga and healing.

To learn more about Sabrina, visit her on Instagram @sabrinarose_yoga and as always, you can find us @abetterloveproject on all major platforms. 

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Intentional Dating Strategies with Leah Aguirre @abetterloveproject
#1
11/01/2023

Join couple psychologist Dr. Greg and author Leah Aguirre, LCSW to discuss how to be intentional in the modern dating landscape with concrete advice and updates on relationship trends.

In this episode:
1. What is intentional dating?
2. Top strategies to foster a healthy dating experience and get what you want.
3. Discussing Leah's book: "The Girl's Guide to Relationships, Sexuality, and Consent"
4. Understanding consent in modern relationships.

And much more!

If you want to learn more about Leah and her work, you can find her on Instagram @leahaguirrelcsw and as always...