The Love Fix
by Sherry Gaba and Carla Romo
Love doesn't have to suck. We know this from overcoming our own dating and relationship horror stories, which led us to being experts in healing from codependency, dating and toxic relationships. Our 30 year age difference brings you an array of perspectives at any stage in life. If you're dating, in a relationship or divorced, we've got your back. With leading experts, you'll learn the latest tools on how to navigate dating and how to thrive in a successful relationship.
Episodes
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The Next Evolution for The Love Fix
In the heartfelt finale of "The Love Fix" podcast, Sherry and Carla take a nostalgic journey through the show's evolution, mirroring the ebbs and flows of relationships. The dynamic duo reflects not only on the success of achieving their podcasting goals but also on the profound impact the show…
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Navigating Attachment Styles and Love Addiction in Multiamorous Relationships with Multiamory
Sherry and Carla start things off with a Love Fix Question from a listener who is in an open relationship with her husband, but feels like he is not upholding his side of being honest and transparent. Then, they welcome Multiamory, a group that offers support and advice for modern relationships...
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When Present Triggers are Past Wounds with Tess McMechan
Carla nurses her newly broken bone, and then she and Sherry take a Love Fix question from a listener whose boyfriend has photos of his ex on his phone. She's wondering if this is normal and just annoying, or super sketchy red flag behavior. They then welcome Tess McMechan, a Certified Somatic and...
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Unraveling the Narcissist in Divorce with Seth Nelson and Pete Wright
Carla and Sherry first share their love for their favorite takeout joints, and they take a Love Fix Question from a listener who is in the middle of getting divorced and feels quite fearful about what it will mean for their financial stability. They then welcome Seth Nelson, a Tampa-based family...
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How Family Estrangement Affects Self Worth, Relationships and Trauma with Yasmin Kerkez
Carla and Sherry first take a Love Fix question from a listener who is feeling the attraction fade towards their partner. They would like to know whether it's worth sticking through things, or if it's the beginning of the end. They then welcome Love Fix guest Yasmin Kerkez, Co-Founder of Family...
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Changing the Culture Towards Consent, Betrayal and Abuse with Anne Blythe
Carla and Sherry first start the show talking about their preference for sweet vs. sour candies, and then they take a Love Fix question from a listener who feels like they are walking on eggshells around their partner. They are seeking advice on how to move on from past arguments and make some…
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Attraction, Red Flags and The Wow Factor in Dating with Jacob Lucas
Sherry and Carla kickstart the show by discussing their favorite dating apps and Sherry's preferred age range. They then tackle a Love Fix Question from a listener who consistently feels dating jitters around 3 or 4 and is looking for advice on how to move forward and finally commit. Next up,...
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Unraveling Love Addiction and Taking a Love Detox with Whitney Walker
Sherry and Carla kick this week off with a Love Fix Question from a listener wondering how to cohabitate with a partner who isn't the biggest dog fan, and she's wondering how she and her pooch can compromise when he moves in. Then, they welcome Whitney Walker, a licensed marriage and family...
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How Trauma Affects Our Dating Patterns and Knowing Your Feminine Archetype with Lilli Bewley
Sherry is in her self love era, and it all starts with the hair. She and Carla take a Love Fix Question from a listener that is interested in adding in a coach along with her trauma therapy, and has some questions on the timing and finding the right coach to fit the job. They then welcome Lilli...
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Detaching with Love and How Codependency Can Fuel Addiction with Rachel Harrison
Sherry and Carla start the episode pointing out that you shouldn't trust everything you see online about relationships. They then take a Love Fix Question from a listener who feels ashamed of their past and wants to stop caring about what others think. Then, they welcome guest Rachel Harrison, an...
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Shameless Sex & How Codependency Affects Sexuality with Amy Baldwin and April Lampert
Sherry and Carla have a funny chat about their coffee preferences before they get into a Love Fix question from a listener who is trying to break away from pleasing people, but still isn't comfortable or confident while stating their needs. They then sit down with two incredible guests who are...
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How Negatively Unhealed Trauma Affects Our Relationships with Marlena Tillhon
Sherry and Carla first share a little about the infamous Villages community in Florida, and then they take a Love Fix question from a listener wondering how they can stop feeling triggered from past situations in their new relationship. They then welcome Marlena Tillhon, a psychotherapist and...
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Runaway Husbands and Wife Abandonment Syndrome with Vikki Stark
Sherry and Carla kick off the show with a Love Fix question from a recent divorcee who is looking for tips around dating, especially when they aren't sure if they ever want to get married again. This leads to a conversation about how important it is to work on your issues before you enter the...
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Letting Go of the Pain and Trauma of Abuse with Rachel Grant
Sherry and Carla start out talking about the real deal - the difference between loving someone and being in love with them. They go to a Love Fix question from a listener feeling spooked that they may be getting ghosted soon, and are looking for some advice on what to do. They then welcome Rachel...
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Dispelling Codependency Myths and Getting Out of the Freeze Fawn Trauma Response Loop with Marshall Burtcher
Sherry talks about her love for life in Florida, enjoying the sunny days and vibrant energy. Then, she and Carla take a Love Fix question about how to spot signs of codependency early in dating to avoid getting stuck in such relationships. They then introduce Love Fix guest Marshall Burtcher, a...
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Self Love, Solo Travel and Embracing the Risk of Loving Again with Gabrielle Stone
Sherry introduces her pup Mocha to the show, and Carla reminisces about the days that feral cats tore up her home. They then take a Love Fix question from a listener who is new to dating, has anxious attachment and can't seem to console themselves. Then we met Gabrielle Stone, a familiar face in...
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Dating Apps From An Attachment Lens, Sexual Confidence and Polyamory with Dr. Alexandra Solomon
Sherry and Carla start the week with a Love Fix question from a listener who caught their fiance watching adult movies, and now they are wondering what is normal and what may be going too far. They then welcome Love Fix guest Dr. Alexandra Solomon, who is internationally recognized as one of...
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Love Addiction, Knowing Your Dysfunction and Childhood Trauma in Relationships with Kenny Weiss
Carla kicks off the episode with an exciting announcement that gives us all hope for the dating apps, and then they take a Love Fix question from a listener unsure about what a healthy relationship really looks like. They then welcome guest Kenny Weiss who is an advocate for truth, healing,...
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Healing Strategies for Getting Over a Break-up & Toxic Relationship with Ana Maria
Sherry and Carla take a Love Fix Question from a listener who is tired of dating, is feeling burnt out, and wondering if they should take a break from the dating scene or keep plugging away. They then welcome guest Ana Maria, who is not the typical standard template kind of life coach. Ana Maria…
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Doing Deep Work, Surviving Trauma and Living Fearlessly with Farrah Abraham
First, Carla and Sherry connect over their shared passion for electric music and offer a glimpse into their upcoming group coaching program, designed to help individuals forge a path towards healthy relationships. They address a listener's Love Fix Question about recognizing the right time to end...
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Self Worth, Self Love and Healing From Toxic Relationships with Kat Zammuto
The gals start out highlighting great life lessons from past relationships, and then take a Love Fix question from a listener looking for information on how to tell if someone may be an addict out there in the dating world. They then welcome Kat Zammuto, an artist with a passion for multiple...
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Red flags on Sabotaging Your Love Life with Kasturi M
Carla shows Sherry a picture that takes her breath away, and then they take a Love Fix question from a listener who is dating a guy who said he gets bored easily, and it's making her feel insecure and unsure of what to do next. They then welcome Kasturi M, a relationship coach and Marriage and...
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Defining Attachment Trauma and Untangling Trauma Bonds with Dr. Laura Copley
Sherry and Carla start off with a Love Fix Question from a listener who has been cheated on in the past, and now they are dating someone who has cheated on their partner in the past, and they are concerned that they always pick cheaters. They then welcome Dr. Laura Copley, a highly respected…
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Practical Steps To Move From Anxious and Avoidant Attachment to Secure Attachment with Dr. Christina Reese
This episode first starts with Sherry and Carla reflecting on embracing life's journey without harboring regrets. They discuss how to find value in the ups and downs and recognize the positive outcomes that have emerged from past experiences. They take a Love Fix question about learning during...
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Codependency, Sustainable Self Care and Handling Ghosting Trauma with Krystal Mazzola Wood
Sherry and Carla engage in a lively discussion about effective ways to alleviate post-first date pressure, whether it involves a leisurely stroll in the park or a delightful ice cream outing. They then address a Love Fix Question about a listener's concerns about the lack of communication from...
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Complex PTSD, Addictions and the Link to Trauma with Mary Giuliani
Sherry and Carla kick off the show talking about how much hormones affect us as women, and then take a Love Fix question from a listener that is dating an ex addict who isn't getting the help they need, which leaves them feeling controlled and criticized. They then welcome Mary Giuliani, a...
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Jealousy, Envy, and Setting Boundaries with Dr. Joli Hamilton
Sherry and Carla start off talking about the serious nature of stalking and how narcissistic partners can show scary traits that can be a form of stalking. They take a Love Fix question from a listener that has trauma from a former controlling partner and is worried that her next partner will…
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Heartbreak and Intimacy with Allana Pratt
Sherry and Carla talk about putting the focus back on you and good self care, and how that starts by taking care of your teeth! They take a Love Fix question from a listener on a personal journey who recently lost their boyfriend and is feeling very alone. They then welcome Allana Pratt, a former...
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How Codependency Affects Sexual Relationships with Dr. Gornto
Carla has a fun new announcement, and then she and Sherry take a Love Fix question from a listener who has a question about a situation that consistently occurs when dating interracially. They then welcome Dr. Scott Gornto, an LMFT, former pastor, church planter, certified sex therapist, speaker,...
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How Your Inner Child Influences Your Romantic Relationship Choices with Evelyn Hale
Sherry and Carla first talk about embracing your creativity, even if you have no clue how to put together that Lego set. They take a Love Fix question from a listener who believes that their toxic ex gave them an STD and are wondering how to move forward. They then welcome Evelyn Hale, a Trauma...
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Self Love, Surrender, and MANifesting Love with Jaime Bronstein
Sherry and Carla talk about practicing what they preach in their own dating life, and that sometimes it isn't something you are doing wrong, but just plain bad luck. They take a Love Fix Question from a listener wondering when it's time to make it official in dating, and how to initiate that...
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Dealing with Anxious and Avoidant Attachment Styles, Betrayal, and Regulating Your Nervous System with Dr. Zoe Shaw
Sherry and Carla send a shout-out to their fantastic listeners from Sweden before taking a Love Fix Question from a listener who dislikes their boyfriend's family and is overwhelmed by their gossipy nature. They then welcome Dr. Zoe Shaw, a licensed psychotherapist, author, speaker, podcast host,...
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Reparenting the Inner Child and Mindful Compassion with Laura K. Connell
Sherry gets ready for Bike Week in Florida, and she and Carla share a good laugh about men with beer, bandanas, and bellies. They then take a Love Fix Question from a listener who just escaped a toxic relationship and started to realize now how bad it was after speaking with friends and…
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Relational Programming and Emotional Intimacy with Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick
Sherry and Carla start the show by talking about what they like to do for exercise, and the beauty of just getting outside and going for a walk. They take a Love Fix question from a listener who realizes they only like emotionally unavailable men, but can't seem to stop herself and turn things...
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Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) with Dr. Diana Hill
Sherry and Carla first take a Love-fix question from someone looking to spice things up in their happy yet somewhat boring relationship. They then welcome Diana Hill, Ph.D. Diana is a clinical psychologist, international trainer, and sought out speaker on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)....
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Stating your Needs and The Butt Pucker Zone With Bex Burton
Sherry and Carla start out with some pillow talk and then take a Love Fix question from a listener who is frustrated at the lack of consistency they get around their partner listening and showing that they care. They then welcome Bex Burton, a trauma-informed certified life coach, helping...
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Defining Codependency in a Toxic Family System with Dr. Sherrie Campbell
Carla has returned from her trip to India and had a wonderful experience immersing herself in the culture. She shares a few highlights with Sherry before diving into a Love Fix Question from a listener who is struggling to fully move on from a toxic ex that cheated on them, and is looking for...
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Developmental Wounds and How EMDR Can Help Heal Trauma with Tim Sosin
Sherry starts off with a story about a date who was waving some big red flags, and then she and Carla take a Love Fix Question on how to stop second guessing yourself. They then welcome Tim Sosin, LPC, NCC, an internationally certified trauma therapy specialist, EMDR, therapist and licensed...
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Transform That Toxic Self Talk with Maryse Cardin
Sherry and Carla first take a Love Fix question from a listener that is looking for more confidence in dating and wants to switch it up and speak with more compassion to themselves. They then welcome Maryse Cardin, author of the book 5 Minute Morning Magic, Speaking to Yourself with Love and...
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Learning To Trust Yourself After Narcissistic Trauma with Caroline Strawson
Sherry and Carla start the show talking about the constant pressure women feel in almost every aspect of our lives, and they take a Love Fix question from a listener who knows logically that she shouldn't go after unavailable guys, but she can't seem to keep listening to her gut and always ends…
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Boundaries, The Freeze Response, and Listening to The Body with Krista Resnick
Sherry and Carla first take a Love Fix question from a listener looking for the right answer when they get consistently asked about when they're going to be back in the dating pool again. Then, they welcome Krista Resnick, Master Coach, Boundary Expert, and Podcaster for high-achieving females....
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How Following Your Yes Can Help you Move Away From Toxic Or Codependent Relationships
Sherry and Carla start by celebrating their dual birthdays, wahoo! They take a Love Fix Question from a listener that is lacking confidence in speaking up both in dating and relationships and wants to be able to state their boundaries in a more clear and concise way. Then, guest Ken Bechtel joins...
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What Constitutes a Toxic Relationship with Stephanie McPhail
Sherry and Carla start the show talking about baggage of every kind, both the real luggage type and the kind that comes in a toxic relationship. They take a Love Fix Question from a listener whose boyfriend loses his cool and is two-sided, yet everyone loves him. They then welcome guest Stephanie...
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Creating Joy, Loving Solitude, and Embracing Self Love with Robin Joy Meyers
Sherry and Carla kick off this week by playing a clip from Michelle Obama and discuss how it exemplifies respect and patience for your partner. They take a Love Fix question from a listener that is down in the dumps from feeling single this Valentine's Day and then welcome guest Robin Joy Meyers…
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Codependency, Love Addiction and Getting Out of the LaLa Love Cycle with Lindsey Ellison
Sherry and Carla first start the show talking about the overuse of the word "narcissist" and then identify what hoovering is in breakups. They then welcome Lindsey Ellison, author, podcaster, and relationship coach who helps people discover their breakthrough after a breakup. Lindsey believes…
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Unresolved Complex Trauma and Self-Gaslighting with Ingrid Clayton
Sherry embraces her inner Pisces and faces her ocean abandonment issues, and then she and Carla take a Love Fix question from a listener that keeps seeing the same patterns on a repeat of their relationships going nowhere fast. They then welcome Psychologist and Author Ingrid Clayton who talks...
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The Science of Stuck and Understanding Trauma with Britt Frank
This week starts off with Sherry vs. the Florida bugs, and then she and Carla answer a Love Fix question on when (if ever) you should go back to an ex. They then welcome Britt Frank, LSCSW, therapist, educator and trauma specialist. Britt speaks and writes widely about mental health myths that…
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Calling in the One, Shedding Shame and the Shadow Self with Junie Moon
Carla opens the show with a story about explaining polygamy to her 87 year old grandfather, and the conversation shifts towards how dating has evolved over the recent years in Sherry's work. They then take a Love Fix question of the day from a listener dealing with anxious attachment after their...
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Sherry & Carla's 2022 Reveals: Breakups and Awakenings
What a year it's been! Sherry and Carla first reflect on how great it was to finally meet in person and that there will be more in person meetups in 2023. They then share their favorite memories of this year, and open up about some HUGE life changes they both made including the loss of...
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Sweep Out The Breadcrumbers in Dating with Tracy Crossley
Happy 100th Episode! Sherry and Carla celebrate the big milestone and take a moment of gratitude for each other and all the fabulous listeners. Next, they take a Love Fix question from a listener struggling with anxious attachment issues in her relationship. They then welcome Tracy Crossley, a...
About this show
Love doesn't have to suck. We know this from overcoming our own dating and relationship horror stories, which led us to being experts in healing from codependency, dating and toxic relationships. Our 30 year age difference brings you an array of perspectives at any stage in life. If you're dating, in a relationship or divorced, we've got your back. With leading experts, you'll learn the latest tools on how to navigate dating and how to thrive in a successful relationship.
Hosted by
Sherry Gaba and Carla Romo