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This week I am talking all about healthy relationships with Dr. Akua K. Boateng. Dr. Akua answers the question, \u201cWhat the hell does a healthy relationship look like?\u201d We explore the mechanics of developing a healthy relationship with Self and also learn the steps to reconnecting with your intuitive guidance.\xa0\xa0\xa0\nDr. Akua K. Boateng is a sought after mental health and relationship expert. With over 14 years experience in clinical practice and education, she specializes in an integrative approach to treating anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and other emotional concerns.\xa0\nShe is the founder & CEO of Boateng Psychotherapy & Consultation, where she counsels individuals and couples as well as partners with organizations in the integration of emotionally aware practices and initiatives. In the media, Dr. Akua has contributed to media outlets such as CNN, The Washington Post, Huff Post, Black Enterprise, Refinery29, Philadelphia Inquirer,\xa0Slate Magazine, Harper\u2019s Bazaar, and others. Her genuine, empathic voice adds to the growing culture of mental health awareness.\nShow Highlights\n\nReconnecting with your intuition and sense of self; also why you may have lost it in the first place. (8:15)\n\nYou need time, safety, and a safe place to begin to lean towards repair and integration. (16:47)\n\nWhy you can\u2019t heal within an abusive relationship. (17:53)\n\nWhat does a healthy relationship even look like? Interdependence. Consistency. It does not look like pain and harm. (22:56)\n\nThe shift in cultural dialogue about mental health within the last five to ten years. (33:35)\n\nIs the trope, \u201cyou can\u2019t love another until you truly love yourself,\u201d true? (36:21)\n\nEveryone has a blind spot. A healthy partner helps you see your blind spot and approach it with the utmost kindness and compassion. (38:26)\n\nA therapist\u2019s job during couples therapy. (42:15)\n\nSometimes the healthiest place you can be is not together. (45:21)\n\nCouples should not pursue therapy when active abuse is occurring. (48:17)\n\nTop conflicts that Dr. Akua sees in her couples work. (48:35)\n\nLearn More About Dr. Boateng:\nDr. Akua K. Boateng, a native of California, is a licensed psychotherapist with an emphasis in individual and couples therapy. With over 13 years of experience in clinical practice and education, she specializes in an integrative approach to treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, intergenerational trauma and several other emotional concerns.\xa0\nIn 2015, after sharpening her expert approaches for clients with other facilities, Dr. Boateng opened a Philadelphia-based private practice and consultation firm, Boateng Psychotherapy & Consultation. She now works with clients to take ownership of their emotional health, become aware of unhealthy patterns and work toward a more authentic existence. Dr. Boateng is a sought after mental health expert and consultant, partnering with organizations to support the integration of emotionally aware practices and initiatives into their operations.\nResources & Links:\nShould I Stay or Should I Go - Money Survey by Kate Anthony and Amanda Steinberg Www.Akuakboateng.comDr. Akua on Instagram Dr. Akua on Twitter Dr. Akua on Facebook\nTODAY'S EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: SOBERLINK\nProof. Protection. Peace of Mind. The Soberlink remote alcohol monitoring system consists of a portable breathalyzer with wireless technology for real-time results. With proven use as the leading choice in child custody cases since 2011, we are the only system that combines:\n\nCourt-admissibility in all 50 states\n\nFacial recognition\n\nTamper detection\n\nEasy-to-read Advanced Reporting\u2122\n\nTrust the Experts in Remote Alcohol Monitoring Technology\u2122 to support the best interests of the child in your Family Law cases.\nJOIN THE SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO FACEBOOK GROUP\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices