Rephonic
Artwork for Beyond the Facade with Choose Recovery Services

Beyond the Facade with Choose Recovery Services

Luke Gordon with Choose Recovery Services
Betrayal Trauma
Recovery
Emotional Healing
Addiction
Breaking Through Denial
Authenticity
Intimacy
Sexual Addiction
Empathy
Process Addiction
Neurodiversity
Boundaries
Parts Work
Communication
Self-Pity
Demand Avoidance
ADHD
Anger
Lust
Self-Love

Beyond the Facade explores authenticity, healing, and recovery from betrayal trauma, sexual addiction, and infidelity. Host Luke Gordon, cofounder of Choose Recovery Services, and his guests share tools for addiction recovery, relationship repair, and emotional healing. Learn to rebuild trust, live with integrity, and create authentic connections as you heal from pain and go Beyond the Facade.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes86Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
RelationshipsSociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Beyond the Facade with Choose Recovery Services

Latest Episodes

Stopping the behavior isn’t the same as healing.

This week Luke breaks down why addiction is not a willpower problem—but a self-perpetuating system. Drawing from Patrick Carnes’ addictive system framework, this episode explains why sincere motivatio... more

YouTube

Why do we keep choosing relationships that feel familiar—even when they hurt?

This week, Luke and Alana dive into how attachment shapes relationships, addiction, and intimacy at the nervous system level. Attachment isn’t about willpower or insight—i... more

YouTube

Sobriety doesn’t automatically create emotional safety—and partners know it.

This week Luke and Alana introduce parts work as a core Phase Two recovery framework. If you’ve ever felt emotionally hijacked, confused by your reactions, or ashamed that ... more

YouTube

Many men believe that once the behavior stops, recovery should feel resolved. But what happens when sobriety doesn’t lead to closeness, safety, or repair?

In this episode Luke introduces Phase Two recovery and explains why emotional maturity isn’t a... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Izzy Williams
Coach specializing in betrayal trauma recovery for women and couples seeking restoration in their marriages
Choose Recovery Services
Episode: 67: What Real Recovery Looks Like to Your Partner
Sy Bee
Coach at Choose Recovery Services with a background in addiction and recovery.
Choose Recovery Services
Episode: 60: Find Out What You Are Capable Of - with Sy Bee
Stephen Thomas
A new coach with Choose Recovery Services, experienced in leading recovery programs.
Choose Recovery Services
Episode: 59: A Deeper Dive Into Objectification - with Stephen Thomas
Hope Ray
Therapist and creator of the Dyer model focusing on entitlement and recovery
Self-employed
Episode: 56: Understanding Entitlement vs. Authentic Needs
Hali Roderick
Facilitator of the Help Her Heal group
Choose Recovery Services
Episode: 54: Why Isn't She Healing Yet? 3 Myths Men Need to Unlearn
Hallie Roderick
Facilitates healing workshops for women dealing with betrayal trauma.
Choose Recovery Services
Episode: 44: Am I Working with the Right Therapist?
Gary Katz
Licensed clinical social worker, certified sexual addiction therapist, certified betrayal trauma therapist.
Center for Intimacy Recovery
Episode: 36: What is Process Addiction?
Kevin Meek
Mentor and co-founder of Living Stones Coaching, diagnosed with autism.
Living Stones Coaching
Episode: 33: Navigating Neurodiversity, Betrayal, and Healing
Rachel Smith
New coach at Choose Recovery Services with a master's in social work, focusing on betrayal trauma coaching.
Choose Recovery Services
Episode: 31: Individual vs. Couples Work - Where Do We Start?

Host

Luke Gordon
Host of the discussion focusing on authenticity, healing, and recovery from betrayal trauma and emotional pain. Engages with relatable content and practical advice related to relationships and personal growth.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

45: Applying Monastic Discipline to Daily Recovery
Q: How do you measure consistency compared to perfectionism?
Perfection is unattainable, consistency produces results more gently.
45: Applying Monastic Discipline to Daily Recovery
Q: What do you think about self-care having to do with recovery?
It's taken on a holistic view, including quality of physical and spiritual health.
31: Individual vs. Couples Work - Where Do We Start?
Q: What would look like for the individual seeking recovery doing their individual work?
It involves understanding core values and triggers, finding worth independently and prioritizing personal growth over merely pleasing their partner.
31: Individual vs. Couples Work - Where Do We Start?
Q: Can you give examples for both of a loop and a mesh?
A loop shows a reactive disconnection, where one partner decides not to communicate, while enmeshment is where partners are so intertwined they cannot distinguish their own feelings from each other's.
30: I Wish My Partner Had a Softer Approach
Q: What makes you think using a script makes it less authentic?
Hali explains that learning empathy is like learning a foreign language, and initially, responses may feel scripted but will become more natural with practice and sincerity.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast engages listeners in the complex journey of healing and recovery, focusing particularly on betrayal trauma, sexual addiction, and infidelity. Hosted by a skilled professional in the field, it provides insights into emotional healing and the strategies necessary for rebuilding relationships. Each episode features discussions about the tools and approaches that aid individuals in their recovery journeys, targeting issues like trust, authenticity, and the understanding of one's emotions. Unique aspects include the emphasis on real-life experiences and actionable advice that resonate deeply with those facing similar struggles, fostering a sense of community and shared understanding.

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 2 years ago and published 86 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Izzy Williams
2. Sy Bee
3. Stephen Thomas
4. Hope Ray
5. Hali Roderick
6. Hallie Roderick
7. Gary Katz
8. Kevin Meek

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days