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Dear Dr. Tracy

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Relationships
Communication
Parenting
Boundaries
Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Intimacy
Conflict Resolution
Mental Load
Communication In Relationships
Emotional Intelligence
Trust
Emotional Safety
Attachment Styles
Vulnerability
Couples Therapy
Defensiveness
In-Law Relationships
Marriage
Emotional Connection

Welcome to Dear Dr. Tracy, the podcast that helps you navigate the everyday challenges of relationships, marriage, and parenting with expert advice and real, relatable conversations. Hosted by clinical psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, this podcast is your place for honest, no-nonsense guidance on love, intimacy, boundaries, and communication. With over 18 years of experien... more

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Latest Episodes

Major life transitions can make even strong couples feel disconnected, reactive, and unlike themselves.

In this episode, Dr. Tracy and Greg record from their new office after moving homes and reflect on what this season taught them about stress, part... more

What do you do when your partner keeps bidding for connection at the worst possible times, or in ways that feel irritating, inconvenient, or hard to receive?

In this episode, Dr. Tracy answers a listener question that starts with annoying bids for co... more

One of the hardest parts of mother-in-law conflict is that the thing you want most, accountability, can become the very thing keeping you stuck.

In this short episode, Dr. Tracy talks to the daughter-in-law who has tried to explain, repair, clarify, ... more

Why does someone who longs for closeness often come across as critical, demanding, or angry?

In this episode, Dr. Tracy looks at the other side of the defensiveness cycle: the partner who brings things up, reaches for connection, pushes for repair, a... more

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Dr. Kim Van Dusen
Licensed family therapist, registered play therapist, author of Parenting Through Play
The Parentologist / Author
Episode: Why Play Works When Kids Won’t Listen with Dr. Kim Van Dusen
Libby Ward
Creator, speaker, author of Honest Motherhood
Author/Creator, Hello Sunshine Collective partner
Episode: Honest Motherhood with Libby Ward: Losing Yourself and Finding Your Way Back
Dr. Rachel Goldman
Nationally recognized clinical psychologist; CBT, stress, and mind-body connection expert; author
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Episode: How to Build Resilience Before Life Gets Hard with Dr. Rachel Goldman
Dr. Nicole McNichols
Clinical psychologist and author
Episode: Why Sex Isn't Dessert with Dr. Nicole McNichols
Katie Wells
A leading voice in decluttering, noted for redefining family home organization.
The Maximized Minimalist
Episode: The Decluttering Breakthrough Moms Need
Whitney Goodman
Licensed marriage and family therapist, founder of Calling Home and author of Toxic Positivity
Calling Home
Episode: When Family Boundaries Break: Understanding Estrangement and Healing Generational Patterns with Whitney Goodman
Janelle Marie
Creator and advocate for daughters-in-law, known for her community support and the concept of Daughter-in-Law Math.
Episode: Navigating Mother-in-Law Tension: Passive Aggression, Boundaries, Power Dynamics, and Repair
Dr. Cassidy
Therapist and host of the podcast Holding Space
California-based group practice specializing in peripartum care
Episode: Relationship After Baby: Why It Feels Hard—and How to Reconnect
Alyssa Blask Campbell
Founder and CEO of Seed & Sew, best-selling author.
Seed & Sew
Episode: Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Parenting Through the Ages 5–12 Shift with Alyssa Campbell

Host

Dr. Tracy Dalgleish
Host of the show, clinical psychologist and relationship expert (self-described clinical psychologist and relationship expert; host of Dear Dr. Tracy; often presents Be Connected program and related coaching).

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 417 ratings
  • Dr Tracy - my heart is unbroken

    I found Dr Tracey when I was going through a tough time in my marriage. I have never felt so seen by someone. It’s like every pod was talking directly to me. I went on to buy her first book and found myself nodding along to almost everything. I love the hints and tips she shares and love the insight episodes with Greg. My marriage is now on an upwards trajectory and I am under no illusion that this is down to my inner healing via Dr Tracy. Thank you 💓

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Igaddict #12345
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Informative & Practical

    Dr. Tracy does an incredible job helping us navigate close relationships! No shame. No blame. Just tools and laughs along the way!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reidling86
    United States6 months ago
  • Highly recommend!

    I love this podcast. Each episode is extremely helpful. I love the Wisdom and advice shared. I highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LRB2255
    United Statesa year ago
  • Everyone needs a Dr Tracy podcast listen

    My favourite episodes are the ones with Greg (Dr Tracy’s partner). I can relate so closely to his point of view. Every podcast episode I’ve listened to of Dr Tracy’s has resonated in some way for me. Keep up the good work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NayLLBee
    Canadaa year ago
  • So relatable

    I have been loving Dr. Tracy. I just listened to “stop sidestepping conflict.” Holy moly-this is exactly what I needed to hear. And when you say you are exactly where you need to be, it’s so accurate. I was Just looking at question cards for relationships. To get a deeper connection back with my husband. We have been together for 21 years & our kids are older now, where we find ourselves “dating again.” This episode is great to hear Dr. Tracy & her husband talk about this topic. (I love when it’... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KrisLynn!!
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Guest episodes with Greg are particularly resonant for couples seeking shared perspectives.
Listener feedback emphasizes practical, non-judgmental guidance and actionable tools.
Audiences appreciate relatable host, clear advice, and balance of expert insight with personal stories.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Hidden Stories Creating Conflict in Your Relationship
Q: What is the core shift you recommend when a client notices they're stuck in a story?
Pause to identify the story, label it clearly, and then replace reaction with curiosity and a direct, softer share of the underlying emotion and need.
The Unspoken Beliefs That Change a Relationship After Having a Baby
Q: What unspoken beliefs quietly change a relationship after having a baby?
Cassidy explains several beliefs like 'If he loved me, he would notice,' the 'disappointed' belief, and 'I'm failing'—each tends to push partners into unhelpful patterns until vulnerability and explicit communication shift the dynamic toward collaboration and greater intimacy.
Why Play Works When Kids Won’t Listen with Dr. Kim Van Dusen
Q: What makes your coined and innovative parenting style different compared to what we've seen traditionally?
I combined three evidence-based modalities—play therapy, solution-focused therapy, and positive behavior interventions and supports—into a practical framework where play is a primary language for connection, reducing power struggles and tantrums while building deeper communication and cooperation.
How to Stop Taking In-Law Priorities Personally
Q: I got this question from a mother-in-law, and I know so many of you are going to relate to this experience. How should a mother-in-law approach this difficult situation and what steps can be taken next time?
Dr. Tracy validates the reader's feelings and recommends viewing the situation through the lens of two truths: the couple's own dynamic and the mother-in-law's grief over unmet expectations. She emphasizes repairing relationships through honest conversations, reducing personal interpretation, avoiding comparisons with the daughter-in-law's family, and focusing on mutual goals like creating new, flexible traditions that work for everyone involved.
Repairing Trust After Half-Truths and Defensiveness
Q: What should the injurer do to start rebuilding trust after a breach?
Start by crossing the bridge to understand what the partner is feeling, acknowledge the hurt, own the behavior without excuses, and commit to specific changes while avoiding defensiveness or minimizing impact.

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What is Dear Dr. Tracy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers practical, evidence-based guidance on relationships, marriage, and parenting through a calm, compassionate lens. Episodes revolve around everyday communication challenges, managing defensiveness, repairing rupture after conflicts, and navigating family dynamics, especially involving mothers-in-law and parenting roles. A standout element is the host's combination of clinical psychology expertise with real-life anecdotes, plus guest discussions with her husband, which provides down-to-earth perspectives. The format emphasizes actionable tools, concise scripts, and a focus on emotional regulation, curiosity, and collaborative problem-solving, making it valuable for couples seeking healthier interaction patterns and parents seek... more

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1. Dr. Kim Van Dusen
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3. Dr. Rachel Goldman
4. Dr. Nicole McNichols
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6. Whitney Goodman
7. Janelle Marie
8. Dr. Cassidy

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