You Call It Regulation. Your Partner Calls It Disappearing.
Dr. Rachel OrleckPublished on: 11/05/2026
Emotional regulation in relationships isn't about going flat. It's about staying present.
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Coupled With...
Coupled With... is a podcast for partners wanting to work on their relationship. Through the episodes there will be a mix of interviews with other experts in the field as well as solo episodes where Dr. Rachel shares her expertise. No topic is out of bounds, and there is nothing she hasn't heard before. Coupled with is hosted by doctor of psychology, Dr. Rachel Orleck, who is certified in emotionally focused couples counseling and specializes in working with couples from a foundation in attachment.
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Why "It" Felt Like It Didn't Work
Dr. Rachel OrleckPublished on: 05/05/2026
Explaining yourself after causing hurt feels like the right move. It usually makes things worse. This post breaks down the nervous system pattern underneath the impulse and what relational repair actually requires first.
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Before You Clarify: What Repair Actually Needs First
Dr. Rachel OrleckPublished on: 27/04/2026
Explaining yourself after causing hurt feels like the right move. It usually makes things worse. This post breaks down the nervous system pattern underneath the impulse and what relational repair actually requires first.
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The Aftershock of Shame in Repair
Dr. Rachel OrleckPublished on: 05/10/2025
When conflict ends but your body’s still on alert, shame takes over. Learn to slow down, self-regulate, and repair without losing connection.
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