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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2025 · 1H 47M

Dr. Bruce Chalmer: Be Kind, Don’t Panic, Have Faith – A New Perspective on Couples Therapy

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Meet Dr. Bruce Chalmer, a psychologist, author, and couples therapy expert who has been helping partners navigate the complexities of love and intimacy for over 30 years. With a refreshing, no-nonsense style, Dr. Chalmer challenges conventional wisdom around relationships and offers a deeper, more meaningful path to healing and connection.As the author of three powerful books—including the brand-new Betrayal and Forgiveness: How to Navigate the Turmoil and Learn to Trust Again (2024), as well as It’s Not About Communication! (2022) and Reigniting the Spark (2020)—Dr. Chalmer breaks down the myths about couples therapy and helps people understand what really brings lasting intimacy and trust.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Conversation:✅ Why “It’s not about communication” might be the most important truth in couples therapy✅ The power of forgiveness and how couples can rebuild trust after betrayal✅ How to reignite intimacy in long-term relationships that feel stuck or stable-but-stale✅ The “Seven Words Formula” that guides his approach: Be kind, don’t panic, have faith✅ How faith—not necessarily religious—can be the missing piece in transforming your relationshipTogether with his wife, educator Judy Alexander, Dr. Chalmer co-hosts the insightful Couples Therapy in Seven Words podcast, where they unpack real relationship challenges with warmth, humor, and depth.Whether you're a therapist, in a relationship, or curious about what makes couples truly thrive, Dr. Chalmer offers a thoughtful, practical, and deeply human approach to connection and healing.🎧 Check out the “Couples Therapy in Seven Words” Podcast: https://ctin7.com📚 Explore his books & learn more at: https://brucechalmer.com/#DrBruceChalmer #CouplesTherapy #MarriageAdvice #RelationshipHealing #TrustAfterBetrayal #IntimacyIssues #CouplesPodcast #BeKindDontPanicHaveFaith #TherapistTalks #LoveAndRelationships #ReigniteTheSpark #CommunicationMyths #ForgivenessInLove #CTIN7 #RelationshipWisdom

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