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Dear Dr. Tracy

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

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

What happens when the partner who has spent years asking for connection suddenly stops asking?

In this episode, Dr. Tracy explores the “burned-out pursuer,” a relationship shift that can look deceptively peaceful from the outside. The arguments decre... more

Can you love your father, believe he was a good dad, and still carry a father wound?

In this episode, Dr. Tracy welcomes Terri Cole back to the podcast to talk about her new book, *The Father Wound*, and the often-overlooked ways our earliest experie... more

What do you do when the holidays are coming, your in-laws expect to stay in your home, and the last visit ended in a painful family conflict?

In this episode, Dr. Tracy and Greg answer a listener question about a mother-in-law who challenged their pa... more

Why can two people love each other deeply and still feel completely out of sync when it comes to communication, desire, and sex?

In this episode, Dr. Tracy is joined by sex therapist Dr. Lori Watson and emotionally focused therapy trainer George Fall... more

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Lori Watson
Certified sex therapist and EFT therapist
Brave Love, Great Sex authors
Episode: The Relationship Cycle Behind Desire, Rejection, and Sex
George Faller
Emotionally focused therapy trainer and couples therapist
Brave Love, Great Sex author
Episode: The Relationship Cycle Behind Desire, Rejection, and Sex
Raine Maida
Musician; part of duo with Chantal Kreviazuk
Music industry
Episode: Raine Maida and Chantal Kreviazuk: The Marriage Behind the Music
Chantal Kreviazuk
Musician; part of duo with Raine Maida
Music industry
Episode: Raine Maida and Chantal Kreviazuk: The Marriage Behind the Music
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

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Dr. Tracy Dalgleish
Host and clinical psychologist, relationship expert with a focus on practical psychology insights and evidence-based guidance for couples and families.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 420 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 Kingdom4 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 States8 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 States2 years 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
    Canada2 years 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 States2 years ago

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How to Rebuild Trust With In-Laws After a Family Conflict
Q: Hi Dr. Tracy and Greg, my husband and I are trying to decide what to do about the holidays with his parents. We have two children aged six and three. Our in-laws stay with us for four or five nights and last time there was a significant conflict involving our six-year-old. What should we do this holiday season to protect our relationship and our kids?
The suggested approach centers on making a clear, future-focused plan that protects the couple's parenting decisions and creates space when needed, such as hosting the in-laws in a nearby hotel while still sharing meals and activities. The key is to communicate boundaries as ways to build a better long-term dynamic, not as punishment, and to rebuild trust through positive, shared experiences rather than relitigating past events.
Why Defensiveness Kills Intimacy
Q: Hi, I love your content and podcast. I listened to the episode, The Yes Starts Before the Bedroom. I'm going to link that one in the show notes because it's a good one. I need help sending the message home to my husband. He presents with defensive words when I bring concerns up, he can become reactive.
The answer emphasizes that both partners value closeness but often approach it through different doors. It suggests starting conversations with a focus on shared desires, creating emotional safety, and avoiding blame. It also recommends addressing issues outside of intimate moments, validating each other's reactions, and framing feedback in a way that invites collaboration rather than defensiveness. The aim is to stay grounded, acknowledge defensiveness, and work together toward what both want for their relationship.
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.

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- The show centers on practical relationship guidance, focusing on communication, intimacy, boundaries, and parenting within long-term partnerships. Episodes combine clinical insight with real-life stories from Dr. Tracy and her partner Greg, often featuring actionable tools, structured exercises, and discussions of topics like mental load, attachment, and repair after conflict. A standout aspect is the blend of evidence-based psychology with relatable, everyday scenarios, plus occasional guest experts and a Be Connected program that offers ongoing support beyond individual episodes.

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1. Lori Watson
2. George Faller
3. Raine Maida
4. Chantal Kreviazuk
5. Dr. Kim Van Dusen
6. Libby Ward
7. Dr. Rachel Goldman
8. Dr. Nicole McNichols

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