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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Understanding the Narcissistic Trauma Bond, And How to Break Free

Posted November 25, 201900:40:39

In today's episode, Tony takes a deep dive into the article "How the Narcissistic Trauma Bond Ensnares" by Christine Hammond, MS, LMHC. Christine is...

Take Control of Your Parenting, More on the Nurtured Heart Approach to Parenting

Posted November 18, 201901:04:01

Learn tangible, positive ways to help you take control of your parenting today! In this solo episode, Tony Overbay, LMFT, goes into detail, with personal...

How to Pick the Right Therapist For You and/or Your Kids with Rachel Nielson, Host of 3 in 30 Podcast

Posted November 11, 201900:58:45

Rachel Nielson, the host of the popular podcast 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms (

The Difference Between Sociopaths, Psychopaths, and Narcissists! Featuring Dr. James Fallon's Interview "Life as a Nonviolent Psychopath"

Posted November 5, 201901:00:04

One of the requests that I receive the most is to do an episode on psychopaths vs. sociopaths or narcissists. In this episode, I cover all three, including...

Playing Devil's Advocate is NOT Going to Help Your Marriage! More EFT Tools To Help Your Marriage

Posted October 29, 201900:42:51

One of the most unproductive phrases Tony hears in couples counseling is “I’m just playing Devil’s advocate?” Are you? Or are you trying to...