How to Repair, Reconnect & Grow Together – with Couples Therapist Biannka Brannigan 💞

Send us Fan MailHow do you stay connected when life, stress, work and parenthood start pulling you in different directions?In this honest and insightful conversation, I sit down with couples therapist Biannka Brannigan to explore what really helps relationships thrive - not perfection, but the willingness to show up, communicate openly and repair when things go off track.Biannka works with couples navigating disconnection, conflict, betrayal and major life transitions, helping them rebuild trust, intimacy and understanding. Drawing on Gestalt Psychotherapy, Relational Life Therapy and Interpersonal Neurobiology, she shares practical tools for creating stronger, healthier relationships.We talk about the power of regular relationship check-ins, why self-awareness is one of the most important ingredients for connection, and how learning the skill of "relational fluency" can transform the way we communicate with the people we love.We also dive into one of the biggest challenges many couples face: becoming parents. If your relationship has felt different, strained or disconnected after having a baby, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective and practical strategies to help you reconnect.In this episode, we cover: • The value of relationship check-ins and preventative couples counselling • What "relational fluency" is and how to develop it • Why self-awareness matters in healthy relationships • Love, intimacy and connection in the age of distraction • How to reconnect after having a baby • Red flags and green flags in relationships • Why human imperfection doesn't have to threaten connection • And more...Whether you're in a thriving relationship, navigating challenges, or simply wanting to communicate and connect more effectively, this episode is full of practical insights to help you repair, reconnect and grow together.Have a listen to our chat, or watch the full video on YouTube here.Thanks for tuning in today to The Can I Get a Refill? Podcast, and be sure to jump on my website (below) to download a free 33 page eBook on 7 Steps to Protect Your Energy & Fill Up Your Cup. You cannot pour from an empty cup, so I’ve designed a guide to help you take care of yourself, in order to uplevel your life. Download it today and make yourself a priority in 2026!Be sure to reach out to us on socials (outlined below)Can I Get A Refill? - Website - download your free eBook 📧Can I Get A Refill? - InstagramSteph Bruno-Newton - InstagramCan I Get A Refill? - YouTubeSubstack - Blog ArticlesThe Barefoot Blogger - Blog ArticlesBiannka Brannigan - WebsiteBiannka Brannigan - InstagramPilgrims Cronulla - Website / MenuPilgrims Cronulla - InstagramQueen Margherita of Savoy -