309. Dr. Diane Mueller - Breaking the Trauma Bond: Dating Again After Abuse (and Actually Enjoying It)

Dr. Diane Mueller is a leading naturopathic doctor with dual doctorates in naturopathic medicine and acupuncture & Oriental medicine. As a best-selling author, international speaker, and founder of the acclaimed sexuality education center MyLibidoDoc.com, she has helped thousands of women and couples reclaim their confidence, libido, and relationships. She hosts The Libido Lounge podcast — the #1 podcast for couples in long-term relationships — with over 33,000 dedicated followers. Every episode delivers practical, science-backed advice on intimacy, desire, and emotional healing tailored specifically for partners who want deeper connection after years together. In this powerful episode, Dr. Diane Mueller shares compassionate, expert guidance on how to truly heal once an abusive relationship appears to be over. Listeners will discover: Proven steps to release trauma and rebuild self-trust How to safely open your heart to a caring new partner Natural strategies using naturopathic medicine and acupuncture to support emotional recovery and libido restoration Real-life tools for couples in long-term relationships who want to break free from past pain Whether you’re navigating life after narcissistic abuse, emotional trauma, or simply ready to date again with confidence, this episode of The Libido Lounge gives you the roadmap to move forward stronger, healthier, and ready for real love. Thank you, Bill Mitchell NOTE: If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, please email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WHEN DATING HURTS book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (in paperback, eBook, and audiobook) can be found on Amazon. HELPFUL RESOURCES: • National Domestic Violence Hotline – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Hotline.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Call 800-799-SAFE • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LoveIsRespect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 866-331-9474 • RAINN (Rape Abuse Incest National Network) – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RAINN.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 800-656-4673 • SUICIDE HELPLINE: Call 988 Thank you for listening to our WHEN DATING HURTS podcast, Bill Mitchell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WhenDatingHurts.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ DISCLAIMER: The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast is providing this platform for information to be shared. We do not state with any certainty that anything is true or untrue. Understand that what you hear is the viewpoint of the people sharing. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. Any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices