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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Tony's Pre-Therapy Check List w/Bonus "Why Are Relationships Complicated?"

Posted February 22, 202200:45:02

Recently, Tony had a couple of clients return to his couch after a several-year gap. One client asked Tony if he could sum up everything that the client...

Why We Need People - The Rules for Constructive Communication

Posted February 17, 202201:09:18

Tony dives into the research of why we need connection with others from Sue Johnson's book "Hold Me Tight." And he then shares his Rules Of Constructive...

Lessons Learned Through Tragedy (At Least Until a Time Machine is Invented)

Posted February 9, 202200:31:39

Is tragedy necessary for growth? Tony shares his personal experience of trying to navigate the complex emotions around a car crash involving his daughter...

Dealing With Things You Don't Want To Deal With - Psychological Flexibility

Posted February 2, 202200:28:10

Do you often find yourself in situations or circumstances that you never asked for? If so, a) you are a human being, and b) there are tools available...

Right? Wrong? It's All About Context!

Posted January 26, 202200:44:26

Tony shares how understanding context can help one understand others. Tony references the article "The Importance of Context when Diagnosing Mental...