Let's Therapy
Welcome to Let's Therapy—where faith, mental health, and blended family converge.
We are your hosts, Scott and Vanessa Martindale, therapists and founders of Blended Kingdom Families. As members of a blended family, we know the importance of good mental health as well as a vibrant relationship with God. In this podcast, we offer a biblically-sound and therapeutic approach to the most pressing issues blended families face. Our hearts' desire is to serve, educate, support, and empower you and your family so you can flourish!
To find out more about BKF and founders Scott and Vanessa Martindale, visit our website, www.blendedkingdomfamilies.com.
Blended Kingdom Families is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here, Donate - Blended Kingdom Families!
For additional resources visit: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies
Episodes
42 episodes
Let's Therapy Season 3 Finale: Finding and Living in Hope and Healing
In this season finale episode, Finding and Living in Hope and Healing, hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale, expert counselors on blended families and mental health, provide encouragement and practical advice for those navigating the challenges o...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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11:30
Strategies for Coping with Slander in Blended Families
In this episode of Let's Therapy, Strategies for Coping with Slander in Blended Families, counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the impact of slander in blended families and offer practical advice on how to effectively cope with it. T...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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17:16
Emotional Regulation and Blended Families: Tips for Parents
In this episode of "Let's Therapy," counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the challenges of emotional regulation for children and stepchildren in blended families. They provide practical advice on building trust, validating feelings, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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16:14
Navigating Stepchild Resentment and Rejection
Dealing with stepchild resentment and rejection in blended families can be one of the most challenging aspects of blended family relationships. In this episode of Let's Therapy, Navigating Stepchild Resentment and Rejection, Scott and Vanessa o...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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19:14
Co-Parenting in High-Conflict Situations: Effective Strategies for Preserving Your Mental Health
In this episode of Let's Therapy, Co-Parenting in High-Conflict Situations, Scott and Vanessa Martindale tackle the challenging topic of co-parenting in high-conflict situations. They provide practical and insightful strategies for mainta...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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14:33
Therapy Essentials for Thriving in Blended Families
Feeling overwhelmed in your blended family? In this episode,Therapy Essentials for Thriving in Blended Families, Scott and Vanessa Martindale explore the therapy options for your stepfamily. They provide insights on breaking through stigmas, op...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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14:06
Navigating Power Dynamics and Triangulation in a Blended Family
Feeling caught in a destructive family triangle? Whether it's biological parents pitting a child against each other or in-laws taking sides, triangulation wedges people apart. In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale define and provide exa...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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11:34
Recover Your Autonomy: Dealing with Enmeshment and Emotional Incest in Blended Families
In this episode of Let’s Therapy, Scott and Vanessa explore the definitions and signs of enmeshment and emotional incest within blended families. They define this problem from a clinical perspective and discuss how these unhealthy dynamics can ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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13:11
Understanding Narcissism: Being Assertive and Seeking Out Support
In this third and final episode of the series about the impact of narcissism on blended families, Scott and Vanessa share effective strategies for dealing with narcissistic relationships. They share helpful action steps that include setting bou...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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12:39
Understanding Narcissism: Love Bombing, Boundaries, and Self-Care
This is the second episode in our three-part series on narcissism. In it, Scott and Vanessa take a deeper dive into understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and its impact on relationships. They reveal the tactic of love bombing, t...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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12:48
Understanding Narcissism: The Behaviors and Tactics You Need to Know
What is a narcissist and what behaviors define their interactions? In this Season 3 opener of Let's Therapy, Scott and Vanessa delve into what characterizes narcissistic personality disorder, including an inflated self-image, lack of empathy, a...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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15:24
Let's Therapy Season 2 Finale: Our Favorite Moments & Vision for 2024
In this last episode of 2023, Scott and Vanessa reflect on an amazing first year of the Let’s Therapy podcast and look ahead to the future. You’ll learn the backstory of Let's Therapy and how it intersects life, faith, and mental health. You’ll...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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7:44
How to Prioritize Your Marriage Through Teen Rebellion
When teen rebellion rocks your home, how do you stop it from affecting your marriage? Scott and Vanessa share battle-tested tips to keep your relationship strong even in the midst of teenager turmoil. On this episode, you'll learn how open comm...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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15:40
How to Avoid Communication Breakdowns in Blended Families
Blended families often face unique challenges, including learning how to communicate with each other. Miscommunication can lead to misunderstandings, resentment, and emotional strain. In this episode of Let’s Therapy, join Vanessa Martindale an...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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14:17
Building Resilience in Blended Families: Navigating Challenges & Strengthening Bonds
Join host Vanessa Martindale along with special guest Dan Ennaco as they explore the transformative journey of resilience in blended families. They discuss the importance of resilience, and they offer biblical insights and practical strat...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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15:11
Making the Most of Transitions in Your Blended Family
Transitions can bring a sense of excitement, anticipation, and possibility. They can also cause stress, uncertainty, and anxiety. In this episode, Vanessa teams up with team member Dan Ennaco to talk about how blended families can make the most...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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15:05
Overcoming an Upbringing in Which Mental Health Issues Were Present
Many of us grow up in a home where mental health issues are present, and that upbringing can affect our ability to form healthy attachments, autonomy, and boundaries as adults. In this episode of Let’s Therapy, Vanessa Martindale welcomes speci...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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20:47
Attachment Styles & Struggles in Marriage and Blended Families
Many blended families face attachment issues, or unhealthy styles of connection (or lack of connection) in relationships. These maladaptive attachment styles often stem from trauma in our past, including childhood. In this episode of Let’s Ther...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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8:52
Learning to Trust Again After a Divorce: Keys to Moving Forward
Trust can be a challenge for people who’ve been through a divorce. A former spouse may have been unfaithful, abusive, or left the marriage. Learning to trust again after a failed relationship can feel scary and unsettling. In this episode of Le...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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13:51
Navigating New Waters: Marrying into a Family with Kids
In this episode of Let’s Therapy, we dive into the unique journey of never-married people with no kids marrying someone with children. We explore the complexities a new stepparent can face, including building relationships with the new stepchil...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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18:02
How to Help Children Cope with Abandonment
When their parents get divorced, children can feel abandoned for a number of different reasons. In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss physical, emotional, and trauma abandonment resulting from separation, divorce, and remarriage...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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14:00
Gaslighting vs. God-lighting in Marriage and Co-Parenting
The term gaslighting is popular in today’s culture. It’s a tactic used to manipulate a person’s sense of self and reality. But what is God-lighting? That’s the topic of this episode of Let’s Therapy, counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale prov...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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14:12
Co-Parenting With a Narcissist: Protecting Your Children & Protecting Yourself
In this episode of Let’s Therapy, Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the facets of co-parenting with an ex-spouse with narcissistic personality disorder. They offer a clinical definition and symptoms of someone with narcissism, compared with ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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13:42
The Impact Of Divorce On Children's Mental Health
This episode focuses on the trauma children experience when their parents divorce. Scott and Vanessa Martindale highlight the emotional upheaval that divorce causes for children and offer suggestions for alleviating some of the distress childre...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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12:53
Helping Our Children and Stepchildren Manage their Mental Health
Season 2 premiere of Let’s Therapy, Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about helping our children and stepchildren deal with mental health issues. They shine a spotlight on the stressors children and teens face and the unhealthy coping mechanism...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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15:59