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Coping with Ghosting
by Gretta Perlmutter, MA, Certified Post Betrayal Transformation® Coach
Discover the Vogue-featured top mental health podcast, Coping with Ghosting. This show provides hope, healing, and understanding for anyone betrayed or ghosted in business, love, family, or friendship. If somebody's broken your trust, this show is for you. It covers: - Ghosting, betrayal, and broken trust in relationships - Emotional recovery from betrayal - Relationships, attachment styles, and personality disorders - How to build confidence, self-worth, and trust - Transform betrayal into a catalyst for change Coping with Ghosting is hosted by Gretta Perlmutter, Certified Post Betrayal Transformation® Coach, and a sensitive soul who's been ghosted one too many times. Visit www.copingwithghosting.com for more info. Disclaimer: This show is not a substitute for professional mental help or therapy. Ghosting, noun: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication. -
Episodes
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Is Digital Culture Disconnecting Us? Media Overload, Ghosting, & Reclaiming Attention with Dr. Annie Margaret
What if the way we communicate and build relationships is being heavily shaped by the digital environment we live in every day? In this episode, Gretta sits down with Dr. Annie Margaret, educator and co-founder of the Post-Internet Project, to explore how the broader media ecosystem can influence...
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Healing After Suicide Loss: Processing Guilt, Grief, and Finding Peace with Dr. Celeste Birkhofer
If you’re carrying the heavy weight of losing a loved one to suicide, this episode was created to offer healing tools to help you begin finding your footing. In this episode, host Gretta interviews clinical psychologist Dr. Celeste Birkhofer, who shares deep insights on navigating the unique...
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Am I Being Ghosted? What to Do When You’re Not 100% Sure
Are you being ghosted, or are they just busy? Whether your friend, a date, or family member is MIA, this show provides solutions. In Episode 100, Gretta breaks down the early signs of ghosting, how to handle the anxiety of the "grey zone," and how to discover if you're being ghosted. This show...
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Finding Your People & Building a Village After Betrayal ft. Florence Ann Romano
Are you seeking a fresh start for your friendship circle? 🌟 In this episode of Coping With Ghosting, Host Gretta speaks with Florence Ann Romano, author of Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life, about intentionally building a community and fostering...
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How to Heal the Body and Nervous System After Betrayal
Discover how to use somatic exercises and hypnotherapy to regulate your nervous system and reclaim safety in your body after experiencing betrayal trauma. Ghosting and betrayal don't just affect your thoughts; they trigger a physical stress response. This week, Host Gretta connects with Dr....
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How to Heal From Cheating and Betrayal
When someone you trust breaks that bond, the world can feel like it’s turned upside down. In this episode, breakup coach Janice Formicella and Host Gretta discuss the messy reality of betrayal and how to move forward. We dive into why people cheat, how to handle the "I’m not enough" narrative…
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When Chaos Feels Like Home: Healing From High-Conflict Family Cycles with Dr. Tracy Hutchinson
Do you ever feel like you’re waiting for the "other shoe to drop," even when things are going well? If you grew up in a high-conflict environment, your nervous system may have been wired to view chaos as "home." In this episode, host Gretta welcomes trauma therapist and author Dr. Tracy…
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From Anxious to Secure Attachment Style with Trevor Hanson
Does it ever feel like you’re dating the same person with a different name? If you notice that you’re often gravitating toward emotionally unavailable people, this episode is for you. Joining Gretta to discuss attachment is Trevor Hanson, coach and founder of The Art of Healing. Trevor teaches...
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Betrayal and Burnout: Managing Life When It’s "Too Much," with Dr. Ken Huey
If your nervous system has been on high alert lately, you aren’t alone. Maybe you’re dealing with a painful betrayal or the silence of being ghosted, and facing a job issue, a personal loss, or health stress. In this episode, Dr. Ken Huey from The Voice of Hope Podcast shares how to navigate...
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How to Spot a Narcissist in Relationships, with Dr. Harold Shinitzky, Psy.D.
Narcissistic behavior often hides in plain sight, especially in relationships. Recognizing the signs of narcissism before entering a relationship or while you are already in one can be the first step toward protecting your peace of mind. In this episode, Dr. Harold Shinitzky, Psy.D., breaks down...
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Limerence Explained: Signs, Causes, and How to Move Forward with Kati Morton, LMFT
Have you ever longed for someone who didn't feel the same way? If you have a deep infatuation or an obsessive pull toward a person, you may be experiencing limerence. In this episode, host Gretta is joined by Kati Morton, LMFT, author, public speaker, and creator of a popular mental health…
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Will They Ghost Me? How to Spot the Signs in Dating with Kelsey Wonderlin, Licensed Therapist & Dating Coach
Want to stop ghosting before it happens? While you can never entirely prevent ghosting, there are signs it may occur in the future. Join host Gretta and licensed therapist & dating coach Kelsey Wonderlin as they share practical tools for spotting emotional availability in dating. Discover how to:...
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What to Do When the Person Who Ghosted You Returns in Love or Dating
In this episode, host Gretta, Certified Post Betrayal Transformation® Coach, reveals exactly what to do when the person who ghosted you reappears and wants to come back to your life. You’ll learn how to protect your heart, set clear boundaries, and decide with confidence whether a reunion is…
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Episodes I Love: Why Ghosting is an Ambiguous Loss with Gabriela Vazquez, AMFT, APCC
In this episode of Coping With Ghosting, Gabriela Vazquez, AMFT, APCC, and Gretta discuss why ghosting is an ambiguous loss that causes frozen grief. If you have been rejected, led on, or abandoned in a relationship - you are not alone. In this episode, we cover why it's healthy and essential to...
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When Best Friends Become Strangers: Understanding Female Friendship Estrangement
When women end a friendship, the heartbreak can be devastating, yet we rarely talk about how hard it is to grieve somebody who is still alive. Susan Shapiro Barash joins Gretta to explore the complex world of female friendship estrangement based on her groundbreaking research interviewing 150...
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Episodes I Love: A Soothing Message For Anyone Who Has Been Ghosted
If you've been abandoned in a relationship, this episode is for you. Whether a friend disappeared, a business partner left you on read, or the love of your life ghosted - this episode will explain why it's not personal. It's not your fault, and you didn't deserve this. This show was initially...
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Episodes I Love: Seven Ways to Heal After Being Ghosted
This episode originally aired on April 4, 2021. Want healthy ways to cope and heal after being ghosted? Listen as Gretta explains seven healthy ways to get over the ghost so that you can quickly move on with your life. These tips are practical, and ones that you can implement into your life…
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Kate Berski on Feeling Behind in Life & Breaking Free from Society’s Timeline
Has your life veered dramatically off course from what you planned? Whether through ghosting, betrayal, or an unexpected life challenge, many of us find ourselves struggling with the gap between expectation and reality. This powerful conversation between Host Gretta and Kate Berski, mental health...
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The Women’s Guide to Loneliness, Being Single & Learning to Trust Again
“Loneliness doesn’t come from being single; it comes from believing the lies that you’re not enough on your own.” - Fanny Tristan In this episode, host Gretta speaks with women’s empowerment coach and licensed trauma therapist Fanny Tristan, LCSW-R, for a powerful conversation about healing from...
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Ghosting and Mental Health for Cis and Trans Queer Guys: A Conversation with Rahim Thawer
In this episode of Coping with Ghosting, host Gretta Perlmutter is joined by Rahim Thawer, MSW, RSW, a racialized, queer social worker and author of The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys: Skills to Cope and Thrive as Your Authentic Self. Together, they explore the emotional toll of...
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Ghosting and Trauma Bonds: What’s Really Going On and How to Heal
Have you or somebody you care about ever been in a toxic relationship? If so, it's possible that it was a trauma bond. Knowledge is power, and understanding and recognizing the signs of this type of relationship can be life-changing. In this show, host Gretta interviews Jordanne Sculler, LMHC,...
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Healing from Narcissism: Strategies to Overcome Ghosting and Toxic Relationships
If you’ve been gaslit, manipulated, betrayed, ghosted, or are feeling emotionally distressed in a relationship, this episode is for you. Therapist Shannon Petrovich, LCSW, LISAC, BCD—who brings over 30 years of clinical experience—joins host Gretta to explore narcissistic and other toxic...
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From Confusion to Confidence: A Conversation with Giovanna Silvestre
What if confusion is a virtue? In this episode, Host Gretta interviews Giovanna Silvestre—creator of Confused Girl in the City and author of the new book Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos. Together, they explore how the uncertainty that follows ghosting and betrayal can become a...
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Ghosting, Attachment Styles & The Path to Secure Love With Julie Menanno
Should you get back together with the person who ghosted you? How can you build a secure relationship after being ghosted? Whether you're dating or single, Julie Menanno, MA, LMFT, LCPC, has answers. Julie is a therapist, author, and creator of The Secure Relationship, a community dedicated to...
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How to Break Up With Someone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Ending a relationship is never easy, but doing it with dignity and respect can make all the difference for you and the person you're breaking things off with. In this anti-ghosting episode, Gretta interviews relationship experts Dr. April Brown and Kanya "Coach Kay" Ford, who share their profound...
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Ghosting, Love & Dating: How to Create Deeper Connections with Topaz Adizes
In this engaging episode, Gretta speaks with Topaz Adizes—Emmy award-winning writer, director, experience design architect, and creator of The Skin Deep—as he shares his transformative journey through challenging relationships and his path to finding true love. Topaz opens up about his experience...
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Navigating Depression After Being Ghosted: What You Need to Know with Jeremy Godwin
Has being ghosted left you feeling disconnected or not quite yourself? If you're wondering whether you're experiencing depression or just going through a tough time, this episode will help you understand your emotions and find a path forward. Jeremy Godwin, host of the popular "Let's Talk Mental...
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How Attachment Styles Impact Love, Dating, and Ghosting
Attachment styles profoundly impact how we experience love and relationships, particularly regarding ghosting. Understanding these dynamics helps heal emotional wounds and pave the way for healthier future connections. Bev Mitelman, M.A. - Certified Attachment Practitioner & Founder of Securely...
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Do Ghosters Care? Breaking Down an Academic Study on Ghosting
What happens when someone vanishes from your life without a word? In this episode, host Gretta dives into the social phenomenon of ghosting with insights from researchers Yejin Park and Nadav Klein. Together, they unpack the latest research on ghosting, specifically YeJin and Nadav's study,...
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Re-release: Who Ghosts and Why? Understanding Personality Disorders and Ghosting
Narcissists. Sociopaths. Psychopaths. In this episode, Denise M. Dudley, Ph.D., explains specific personality disorders as they relate to ghosting behavior. Gretta and Denise also touch on other possible reasons why people ghost, and how personal issues can lead to ghosting. This episode answers...
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How To Get Over the Person Who Ghosted You
How do you move on after being ghosted by a friend, family member, coworker, lover, or somebody you just had a date with? How do you know if you're truly over the ghost? This show has all the answers and so much more. Coach Gretta is joined by Dr. Lilli Niester, a naturopathic doctor and...
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5 Signs They're Serious About Commitment in Dating and Relationships with Jonathon Aslay
What are the signs of a healthy romantic relationship? What should you look for when seeking a lasting commitment? On today's episode of CWG, Coach Gretta is joined by Jonathon Aslay, America's leading mid-life dating coach, to explore how to build a deep, trusting, and compatible relationship....
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Ghosting, Gender Dynamics, and Emotional Recovery From Ghosting
Explore the complex world of dating and love ghosting and its ties to gender and relationships with host and coach Gretta Perlmutter and guest Aaron Karmin, author and psychotherapist. Delve into how societal norms and communication pitfalls contribute to ghosting, and understand the unique...
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Gen Z & Millennial Ghosting Behavior: A Look at Ghosting, Loneliness, Dating, and Online Relationships
In this episode, host Gretta is joined by Dr. Tirrell DeGannes, Psy.D., to explore ghosting, online relationships, loneliness, dating, and beyond. Dr. DeGannes shares highlights from Thriving Center of Psychology's "Report: Top 6 Reasons Gen Z and Millennials Ghost" and unpacks many psychological...
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Why Do I Keep Getting Ghosted? Understanding The Anxious-Avoidant Trap
Have you ever wondered, "Why do I keep getting ghosted?" If so, you're not alone, and it’s not your fault. Join Coach Gretta and Conscious Dating & Relationship Coach and Attachment Expert Taryn Newton-Gill as they dive deep into attachment styles, relational dynamics, and the complexities of...
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Reclaiming Intimacy: Overcoming the Sex Ghost, with Dr. Katie Stirling
Join Coach Gretta and Katie Stirling, Clinical Psychologist, Sexologist, and Gottman Certified Couples Therapist, for a compelling discussion on ghosting in intimate relationships. In this show, Dr. Stirling provides gentle guidance on: Being ghosted before becoming physically intimate with a...
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Protecting Your Heart in the Digital Dating World, with Haifa Barbari
Discover how to protect your emotional well-being in the maze of modern dating with insights from Haifa Barbari, futurist and founder of the Be What Matters app. Learn how dating apps can hijack your brain's reward system, making ghosting feel like a gut punch, and explore essential strategies…
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Radical Acceptance: The Top Strategy for Post-Ghost Peace
Radical acceptance is one of the best mindset strategies for healing after being ghosted. On this episode of "Coping with Ghosting," we welcome back the brilliant Dr. Terri Bacow, an expert in cognitive behavioral therapy. Dr. Bacow breaks down the concept of radical acceptance, emphasizing that...
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Overcoming Self-Harm, with Jocelyn Fitzgerald, LMFT
If you're self-harming after being ghosted, you're not alone, and there are resources to help you through this journey. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, art therapist and EMDR consultant, joins Gretta to provide gentle guidance on acknowledging self-harming behaviors and finding healthier solutions. Jocelyn's...
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Healing Through Journaling, with Dr. Kellie Kirksey
Have you ever felt the sting of being ghosted and wondered how to heal from the emotional fallout? Whether you were ghosted by a friend, family member, date, lover, or colleague - this show provides answers. Join Gretta as she interviews the incredibly insightful Dr. Kellie Kirksey, who is a...
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Healing from Betrayal: Insights and Strategies with Dr. Debi Silber
Being ghosted can shatter your entire sense of self—but what if it could also pave the way for profound personal transformation? Join Gretta as she interviews Dr. Debi Silber, the founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation® Institute, to explore her journey from experiencing deep betrayal to...
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The Chill Pill
In this heartwarming show, friends Gretta and Coach Estee K. dive deep into the importance of treating yourself with kindness and compassion after being ghosted. From a beaver showdown in Massachusetts to a pigeon dance, glimmers, and guided relaxation - this show combines soothing reminders…
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How to Feel Safe and Secure In Relationships After Being Ghosted
Have you ever felt nervous about making new friends because you're concerned that they'll ghost you? Do you feel anxious and struggle with trust in relationships? Have you ever been concerned about your physical safety while dating? If you answered YES to any of these questions, this show's for...
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What To Do If You're Being Breadcrumbed, with Vasavi Kumar
Have you ever felt strung along in a relationship without any clear commitment? Today, we uncover the truth behind breadcrumbing with the insightful Vasavi Kumar, therapist, coach, and author of "Say it Out Loud." Host Gretta and Vasavi break down this topic and help you: - Recognize the signs of...
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Long-Term Relationship Ghosting with Dr. Stan Tatkin
If you've been ghosted in a long-term relationship or want to learn more about ghosting and dating, this episode is for you. Gretta is joined by Dr. Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT, a clinician, researcher, and developer of the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy® (PACT). Dr. Tatkin speaks and...
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Re-release: 9 Ways to Heal After Being Ghosted
If you're struggling with the pain of being ghosted, this soothing and reassuring episode is for you! Mayra Rodriguez, LMFT shares important reminders as you heal from the shock, frustration and loss of your ghost. Her wise insights will help you cope with ghosting and feel better and more...
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Exploring Forgiveness With Dr. Heather Browne
Join host Gretta and Dr. Heather Browne, PsyD, LMFT, for a lively discussion that centers around forgiveness and then branches off into many ghost-related subjects. In this episode, Dr. Browne shares her perspective on: Why you don't need to forgive the person who ghosted you The benefits of...
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Navigating Ghosting and Trauma: Insights on Healing with Dr. Frank Anderson
Frank Anderson, MD, a world-renowned trauma treatment expert, Harvard-trained psychiatrist, and psychotherapist, joins host Gretta to share his perspective on all things ghosting. This episode includes Dr. Frank's take on the following: - How trauma can block love and connection and how love can...
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Ghost Notes: Healing With Music
Music can serve as a profound source of healing, especially in the aftermath of being ghosted. In this episode, Gretta has conversations with two remarkably talented musicians who transformed their experiences of being ghosted into incredible songs. Gustavo Zaiah and Marie Pratt, hailing from...
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Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Ghosting with Dr. Michele Jensen
If you’re struggling with your body image or eating disorders after being ghosted, you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Michele Jensen, PsyD, LMFT, joins Gretta to discuss navigating difficulties, such as the belief that you were ghosted due to your physical appearance and what to do if your...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Discover the Vogue-featured top mental health podcast, Coping with Ghosting.
This show provides hope, healing, and understanding for anyone betrayed or ghosted in business, love, family, or friendship. If somebody's broken your trust, this show is for you. It covers:
- Ghosting, betrayal, and broken trust in relationships - Emotional recovery from betrayal - Relationships, attachment styles, and personality disorders - How to build confidence, self-worth, and trust
- Transform betrayal into a catalyst for change Coping with Ghosting is hosted by Gretta Perlmutter, Certified Post Betrayal Transformation® Coach, and a sensitive soul who's been ghosted one too many times. Visit www.copingwithghosting.com for more info. Disclaimer: This show is not a substitute for professional mental help or therapy. Ghosting, noun: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication. -
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Gretta Perlmutter, MA, Certified Post Betrayal Transformation® Coach
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