How To Stop Being Anxious in Relationships with Psychologist Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps

Unlock the secrets to healthier, more fulfilling relationships with insights from renowned psychologist Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps. We explore how childhood attachment styles shape our adult relationships.  Discover her innovative STEAM model, designed to enhance self-awareness and cultivate secure attachments, and get a sneak peek into her transformative new book, "The Insecure in Love Workbook."Key Topics Discussed:1. Attachment Theory and Adult Relationships.       -How early interactions shape our "model of others" and "model of self"      -The impact on expectations and self-worth in relationships.2. The STEAM Model for Self-Awareness      - Sensations, Thoughts, Emotions, Actions, and Mentalizing.       - Structured approach to improving self-awareness and emotional regulation3. Overcoming Anxious Tendencies in Relationships       - Understanding pursuit-withdrawal cycles       - Tips for moving towards secure attachment 4. Developing Compassionate Self-Awareness        - Strategies for cultivating self-compassion         - Resources for transformative healing5. Addressing Attachment Issues in Relationships        - Importance of understanding partner's attachment style        - Using the STEAM model for relationship growthCompassionate self-awareness is a key focus of Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps' approach to mental health and relationships.  It involves developing a deeper understanding of oneself while maintaining a kind and nurturing attitude. Compassionate self-awareness is linked to building emotional resilience.  By understanding and accepting oneself, individuals can better navigate life's challenges.  Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps is a renowned psychologist, therapist, speaker, and author. Her work is dedicated to helping people understand their inner selves and what they need to do to become emotionally and psychologically healthy.Connect with Dr. LeslieWebsitePurchase:  Insecure in Love WorkbookFacebookYoutubeRose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it.Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years.📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast.Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser. Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast© 2026 Rose Wippich