#32. Are You Addicted to Love? Why We Stay in Toxic Relationships

In this raw and revealing episode, Dr. Stacy welcomes psychotherapist and author Sherry Gaba, LCSW, to dive deep into the world of toxic relationships, codependency, and love addiction. Sherry shares her personal story of early trauma and how it shaped her romantic patterns—and what it really takes to break free. Together, they explore why we get addicted to toxic love, how trauma bonding keeps us hooked, and the first powerful steps to healing.If you’ve ever found yourself drawn to someone who feels like “home” but hurts like hell, this conversation will open your eyes and your heart.🎧 Listen for insights on:• How trauma shapes who you’re attracted to• The difference between love and love addiction• The sneaky red flags of codependent and toxic relationships• How to finally stop the cycle and choose healthy love________________________________________💜 Guest BioSherry Gaba, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist, life coach, and leading expert on addiction and recovery. She helps clients heal from codependency, toxic relationships, love addiction, and transgenerational trauma.She’s the author of Love Smacked: How to Stop the Cycle of Relationship Addiction and Codependency to Find Everlasting Love and a contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul: Tough Times, Tough People.You may have seen her on VH1’s Celebrity Rehab, CNN, Inside Edition, or Access Live—and she currently hosts The Love Fix podcast.🌐 Website: www.SherryGaba.com📘 Book: Love Smacked🎁 Free Quiz: The Link Between Trauma & Codependency📲 Instagram: @codependencycurious________________________________________💜 Host Bio Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist, certified sex & intimacy coach, and the unapologetically bold host of The Purple Passion Project. With over 26 years in the medical field and 20+ years working in sexuality, Dr. Stacy helps people break down taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthier intimacy—without shame.She specializes in mismatched sex drives, alternative lifestyles, women who experience painful sex, and the LGBTQ+ community. Known for blending expertise with humor and heart, Dr. Stacy makes conversations about sex feel safe, real, and seriously empowering.✨ Stay connected!💜 Grab your FREE guide: 10 Things They Really Want in Bed (But Won’t Say Out Loud)💋 Shop fun adult products (code PURPLE for 20% off)📅 Book your 15-minute intimacy consult: drstacyfriedman.com🧠 Try FLOW, a natural nitric oxide booster—get a free bottle here: https://hop.clickbank.net/?affiliate=drstacy69&vendor=the20&cbpage=free📲 Follow @drstacyfriedman everywhere for more resources, tips, and behind-the-scenes magic