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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2026 · 40 MIN

#334 Should You Give Your Ex a Second Chance? With Dr. Joy Berkheimer

from Heal Your Heartbreak

In today’s expert episode I’m interviewing Dr. Joy Berkheimer, a licensed marriage and family therapist, sexologist, dating coach, and author of Why Won’t He Call. We dive deep into the topic of second chances in relationships—from giving your ex a second chance, to understanding when it might not be the best idea. We discuss how honesty, communication, and attachment styles influence our decisions to try again after a breakup, and the important role that hope and consistent change play when considering rebuilding trust. We also touch on how sex factors into second chances, the risks of situationships, and why creating space after heartbreak can be so valuable. If you’re questioning whether to give someone or a relationship another shot, this episode is full of actionable tips for discerning what’s really right for you.To find out which Break Up Bestie Course is right for you, click the link to take the quiz and get matched with the best solution for you: https://tally.so/r/Y5Z6LNTo get my course bundle Heal Your Break Up, go to https://www.breakupbestie.com/heal-your-break-up-course and use the code PODCAST for $25 off!To join Healing Hearts Club for FREE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1021288124899873You can find DRIVE by Kate Stewart wherever books are sold in print and in eBook and REVERSE wherever books starting on 7/28.Don’t let stigma stand in the way of support. Start therapy with BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/heartbreakSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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In this episode of Heal Your Heartbreak, Kendra interviews licensed therapist and sexologist Dr. Joy Berkheimer about giving second chances in relationships, including the impact of attachment styles, the importance of accountability, and practical advice for navigating breakups and potential reconciliation.

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