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We Need To Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling

Darcy Sterling
Mental Health
Relationships
Therapy
Emotional Intelligence
Relationship Dynamics
Intimacy
Personal Growth
Communication Skills
Family Estrangement
Attachment Theory
Anxiety
Communication
Couples Therapy
Emotional Flexibility
Alcohol Consumption
Social Media
Difficult Conversations
Psychology
Boundaries
Relationship Skills

For more than 25 years, Dr. Darcy Sterling has been helping people conquer their toughest relationship challenges. She is a New York City-based licensed therapist, the host of E! Network’s Famously Single, the former Global Ambassador to Tinder, and now she brings her no-nonsense advice to her new podcast, We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling. We Need To Talk is a dating and relationship podcas... more

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If people who feel distant, hard to read, or just out of reach keep pulling you in, this episode is for you.

Not someone who is obviously unavailable.

Someone compelling.

Mysterious.

Just available enough to keep you leaning in.

If this is you: more

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If your partner saying no to sex lands as hurt, doubt, or feeling unwanted, this episode is for you.

Because sometimes the hardest part is not the no itself. It is how fast that moment starts meaning more. More about you. More about the relationship... more

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If a subtle shift in your partner can hijack your body before your mind can make sense of what’s happening, this episode is for you.

A shift in tone.

A text that feels off.

A little more distance.

And suddenly, something in you is no longer stead... more

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If a smug comment, a passive-aggressive text, or a condescending tone can stay in your head for hours, this episode is for you.

Because sometimes the hardest part is not the comment.

It is what happens after.

After they say it.

After you should b... more

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Gibson
Clinical Psychologist and New York Times bestselling author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Clinical practice / author
Episode: Why You Keep Wanting People Who Are Emotionally Unavailable
Sara Kubric
Existential psychotherapist known for work on self-betrayal, honesty, and alignment
Self-employed/Instagram presence
Episode: "Is My Partner Toxic — Or Am I Overreacting?" with Sara Kuburic
Christine Emba
Guest; journalist and author contributing to the discussion on consent culture
Episode: Can You Feel Desire if You Never Risk Rejection? — with Christine Emba
Dr. Todd Rose
Guest, researcher studying environment and behavior
Harvard Graduate School of Education (implied by context)
Episode: Why I Avoid Hard Conversations — And Why I’m Starting to Resent My Partner
Izzy Hayes
Dominatrix with years of experience holding boundaries for clients
Independent practitioner
Episode: Why People Pay to Be Punished — And Leave Feeling Better
Emma McAdam
An expert in emotional understanding and personal growth
Episode: You Understand Yourself. So Why Aren’t You Changing?
Kati Morton
Licensed therapist and creator of one of the largest mental health platforms on YouTube
Kati Morton YouTube Channel
Episode: What Happens To Us When Mental Health Goes Viral?
Terry Real
Psychotherapist, best-selling author, and founder of Relational Life Therapy
Relational Life Therapy
Episode: The Part of You That Breaks the Relationship — And The Part That Can Fix It
Molly Roden Winter
New York Times best-selling author of More, A Memoir of Open Marriage
Episode: Rethinking Monogamy: Why One Relationship Model Doesn’t Work for Everyone

Host

Darcy Sterling
Host with a background as a licensed therapist and media presenter, known for direct, practical relationship guidance.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Dr. Darcy is amazing!

    Love the show! Dr. Darcy is such an amazing host and always has interesting questions and guests on the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Victoria C.F
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love!

    Love the show! Darcy is super informed and entertaining to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carolynyay
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love, Love, Love

    Finally, a podcast that I can trust! I have learned so much from Dr. Darcy and I look forward to each new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samsfurmom
    United States2 years ago
  • No one better!!!

    Dr. Darcy,

    The way you communicate is simply brilliant! Every single word serves your intention and message. The way you break down a complex emotion, like jealousy is an art form. You have “The Best” PC amongst millions! 100 stars ⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ghurtyyee
    United States2 years ago
  • My favorite podcast show!!

    Not gonna lie, I’m not a podcast girl but this show completely changed my mind. The episode is full of stories, drama yet with actionable advice. Highly recommend for anyone that’s getting into podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    viviiiiianbabe
    United States3 years ago

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The mix of expert guests and practical takeaways helps listeners apply concepts to real relationships.
Listeners praise the host for informed, compassionate questioning and actionable advice.
Fans appreciate candid discussions about difficult topics like vulnerability and boundaries.

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"Is My Partner Toxic — Or Am I Overreacting?" with Sara Kuburic
Q: If someone brings up something small in a relationship, not a fight, what starts happening emotionally when they defend why they noticed it at all?
People often retreat into defensiveness, losing clarity about the issue and widening the gap in communication, which can erode safety and mirror the internal experience back to them.
Why You Keep Having the Same Fight Even When You Know Better
Q: Why is vulnerability so hard, and how can a partner support it safely?
Safety and a caring, curious response from the partner are crucial; without safety, vulnerability can feel unsafe, so the partner's support and the environment matter greatly for sustained openness.
Why You Keep Having the Same Fight Even When You Know Better
Q: What changes when someone interrupts the pattern instead of just narrating it?
There is more access to who they want to be in the relationship—vulnerability and tenderness increase, and the couple can shift toward teamwork instead of opposition, though uncertainty remains.
Why You Keep Having the Same Fight Even When You Know Better
Q: What is actually happening in the moment when someone can name the pattern but still repeats it?
The nervous system gets hijacked; fight/flight/freeze responses take over, and parts of us—sometimes younger, wound-based aspects—take control, making it hard to act differently even with awareness.
Why People Pay to Be Punished — And Leave Feeling Better
Q: When you first contact a client, what is the typical ask and what won't you do that might be requested?
Many clients seek impact or sensation play, but Izzy emphasizes there is a clear boundary: she does not engage in sexual acts beyond professional boundaries and focuses on controlled, psychological aspects of power dynamics, with a thorough evaluation to determine capability and safety before proceeding.

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A relationship-focused show featuring a licensed therapist who guides listeners through relationship challenges with practical, evidence-based insights. Across episodes, topics run from self-silencing and authentic communication to navigating vulnerability, monogamy, and parental dynamics, often with expert guests who provide psychology-backed perspectives. The host's direct, no-nonsense approach and willingness to explore uncomfortable truths make the discussions feel actionable and relatable for couples, singles exploring dating, and professionals in mental health or coaching settings. The format is guest-heavy at times, with some solo episodes that foreground personal reflection and clear takeaways for healthier relationships.

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1. Lindsay Gibson
2. Sara Kubric
3. Christine Emba
4. Dr. Todd Rose
5. Izzy Hayes
6. Emma McAdam
7. Kati Morton
8. Terry Real

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