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.


Anger: The Alarm, Not the Fire

Anger: The Alarm, Not the Fire


Anger: The Alarm, Not the FireDr. Rachel Orleck
Published on: 21/09/2025

Anger isn’t the fire—it’s the alarm. Learn how to see anger as a signal, not a threat, and use it to deepen connection instead of fueling distance.

Nervous SystemCommunication

Apologies, Safety, and Nervous System Healing

Apologies, Safety, and Nervous System Healing


Apologies, Safety, and Nervous System HealingDr. Rachel Orleck
Published on: 14/09/2025

Why ‘I’m sorry’ often falls flat: your nervous system needs safety first. Learn what makes an apology truly land in relationships.

Nervous SystemCommunicationRepair

You Don't Want to be Right - You Want to be Understood

You Don't Want to be Right - You Want to be Understood


You Don't Want to be Right - You Want to be UnderstoodDr. Rachel Orleck
Published on: 05/09/2025

Winning an argument won’t bring you closer. Learn why being “right” feels so empty in love, and how to shift toward being understood.

Nervous SystemCommunicationRepair

Debunking the Perfect-Partner Myth in Love

Debunking the Perfect-Partner Myth in Love


Debunking the Perfect-Partner Myth in LoveDr. Rachel Orleck
Published on: 31/08/2025

Real security isn’t found in a perfect partner—it’s built through repair, pauses, and imperfect moments that create lasting connection.

AttachmentNervous System