The Virtual Couch

Practical mental health insights, relationship tools, and personal growth strategies from licensed therapist Tony Overbay for navigating addiction, emotional maturity, parenting, and faith transitions.

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The Power of Community to Combat Addiction - Chandler Rogers on How the Relay App Repels Porn

Posted March 22, 202300:53:45

Tony gives a "state of the union" address on working with people struggling with turning to pornography as a coping mechanism. He then interviews Chandler...

Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife on Modeling Healthy Relationships, Trust, ADHD, Narcissism, and EFT vs. Differentiation

Posted March 15, 202301:07:58

Tony welcomes Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife back to The Virtual Couch for the 5th time! They discuss a variety of topics, including ADHD, the challenge...

If You Aren't Willing to Have It (Anxiety, Fear, Doubt, Depression et al.) You Will - Understanding Acceptance

Posted March 8, 202300:37:33

Dr. Stephen Hayes, the founder of the groundbreaking therapy technique Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), says, “If you’re not willing to...

What if I Don't Like Marshmallows? Revisiting the "Marshmallow Test" and other Pop-psychology "Myths"

Posted March 1, 202300:32:46

Does smiling make you happier? Can you truly predict the long-term success of an adult based on their love, or lack thereof, of marshmallows in their...

Habit, Addict or Unconscious Response? The Latest Research on Why We Do What We Do!

Posted February 22, 202300:56:13

Did you know that more than 40 percent of everything you do is habitual? Are you addicted to your phone or social media? Or are you simply responding...