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- Deep-dive into the various defensive activation patterns: secure relating (green zone), defensive relating (blue zone), anxious relating (red zone) and dysregulated relating (tie dye puddles).
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Consultation Group: For Mental Health Professionals
Current groups are full, but you may join the waiting list to be considered for openings as they occur.
These small, closed groups bring together mental health professionals seeking to enhance their clinical expertise and expand their personal and professional development. They are process-oriented consultation groups which offer members an engaging and warm environment for authenticity, vulnerability, and both personal and professional growth.
Note: It is not considered Therapy or Supervision, and members are required to maintain liability insurance and retain responsibility for their caseload.
General Consultation Group: For Lifelong Learners
By signing up, you are just saying you are interested.
You will be contacted for a screening process (eventually meeting with Ann on a Zoom call) to make sure the group is a good fit for you.
These small, closed groups bring together lifelong learners seeking to personalize learning about secure relating, modern attachment and the most important part of the social sciences to help you apply it to your real life and the relationships you care about the most.
Note: It is not considered therapy, it is an educational discussion group with deep learning.
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What you can find here:
A podcast, a critically-acclaimed book, a fresh online course,
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Why do we do this?
The science is clear and hopeful – and we believe everyone deserves access to it. Working alongside leading experts, we translate complex relational sciences and depth psychology into practical tools that help uncover your authentic self (believe us, your people will be so happy!).
Our approach helps you recognize and update unconscious patterns, creating profound changes in your mind, relationships, parenting, and professional life.
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Connect directly with world-renowned experts and bold new voices who challenge conventional thinking.
Below are a sample of the attachment research pioneers, relational neuroscientists, and cutting edge clinicians included in our episode library.
Now, anyone can learn directly from the smartest minds in the relational sciences at zero cost.
Dr. Dan Siegel
Dr. Arielle Schwartz
Dr. Jill Bolte-Tayl0r
Dr. Diana Fosha
Dr. Carol George
Shadeen Francis
Julian Taylor-Schore
Linda Thai
Dr. Kristen Neff
Dr. Emily Nagoski
Dr. Bonnie Badenoch
Dr. Aditi Sethi
Dr. Bruce Perry
Dr. Frank Anderson
Lori Gottlieb
Dr. David Elliott
Dr. Amish Jha
Dr. Pat Crittendon
Liz Plank
Dr. Dan Brown
Dr. Dacher Keltner
Esther Perel
Matthias Barker
Akilah Riley-Richardson
Dr. Nancy McWilliams
Dr. Steve Finn
Dr. Bruce Eckert
Dr. Steve Porges
Dr. Tina Payne-Bryson
Deb Dana
Stan Tatkin
Dr. Joseph LaDeux
Robyn Gobell
Loretta Ross
We continuously integrate new and trusted perspectives into our clinical thinking and theory as we keep honing in on what actually works to heal people.
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Stan Tatkin
Steve Finn
Alphonso Appleton
Ellyn Bader
Dan Brown
Jules Shore
Liz Plank
Bonnie Badenoch
Sarah Peyton
Aby Blakely
Deb Dana
Doug Braun-Harvey
Tina Atkins
L Brookins
Pam Greenstone
Robyn Gobbel
Linno Rhodes
The Science of Psychotherapy's Becki Mendivil
Susan Ansorge
Bob Schneider
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Secure Relating: Holding Your Own in an Insecure World
Bridging science with actionable insights for daily life & clinical practice.
Endorsed by leading attachment researchers –
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Candid unscripted conversations rooted in modern attachment and the newly emerging sciences of the mind will deeply inform, entertain and even surprise you.
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Most Recent Episodes
Mind, Body, Heart, Spirit: Embodying Liberation Psychology with Dr. Shena Young – Replay – (285)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:04:31 — 147.7MB)
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Replay – Join co-host Sue Marriott and Dr. Shena Young as they dive into liberation psychology and the conflict between intuition and the traditional European model of psychology. Dr. Shena highlights embodying a holistic approach to help heal traumas and deeply root us in our most authentic selves. Whether through connections with nature or the exploration of ancestral traditions, this discussion is enriched with various opportunities to reconnect and liberate our mind, body, heart, and spirit.
Family Estrangement: The Space Between Love & Self-Protection with Dafna Lender (284)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 55:50 — 127.8MB)
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Dr. Ann Kelley is joined LIVE from Psychotherapy Networker with Dafna Lender, to explore the complex dynamics of parent-child estrangement. Focusing on the emotional and psychological impacts of cutting off family relationships, together they highlight the cultural influences that contribute to these estrangements, the therapeutic perspectives on navigating such situations, and the importance of empathy and boundaries in managing family dynamics. This conversation is about learning to hold both empathy and boundaries – understanding why someone might step away, and how to stay grounded and compassionate in the process. It’s an honest look at the heartbreak, the healing, and the hope that can emerge when families face difficult truths. View the full episode shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU284
Autism in Polyvagal Terms with Dr. Sean Inderbitzen (283)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:04:12 — 147.0MB)
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Join host Sue Marriott and guest Dr. Sean Inderbitzen – an autistic psychotherapist and advocate for neurodiversity – as he shares his powerful personal and professional journey in understanding autism. Together, they explore the evolution of autism diagnosis, the intersections between attachment and neurodivergence, and how polyvagal theory can both illuminate and complicate the autistic experience. Dr. Inderbitzen offers insights on self-diagnosis, identity formation, and what truly person-centered therapy looks like for autistic individuals. This conversation highlights the central role of trust, safety, and authentic connection in helping neurodivergent clients thrive. You can view the full shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU283.
Saving Relationships in a Polarized World: Bill Doherty on Citizen Therapists & Political Healing (281)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:11:13 — 163.0MB)
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Dr. Ann Kelley sits down with Dr. Bill Doherty to explore the idea of “Citizen Therapists” and how therapists — and all of us — can help bridge divides in a polarized world. Together, they dive into discernment counseling for couples on the brink of divorce, the groundbreaking work of Braver Angels in fostering dialogue across political differences, and the skills we all need for hard but healing conversations. This conversation highlights the power of curiosity, respectful boundaries, and understanding – whether in our closest relationships or across society. View the full episode show notes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU281
Bonus – Harnessing “Genius Energy”: The Art of Wise Effort for Growth with Dr. Diana Hill (280)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 12:10 — 27.8MB)
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Ann Kelley and Diana Hill dive into the concept of wise effort and its impact on how we manage our energy in both personal and professional life. They explore the difference between life force energy and anxiety, the role of emotional sensitivity, and why community resilience matters. Diana shares insights on how to wisely channel your “genius energy,” break free from stuck patterns, and cultivate compassionate connections that support growth and balance. Listen to the full episode at TherapistUncensored.com/TU280
Why Diets Don't Work—and What to Do Instead with Judith Matz (277)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:14:08 — 169.7MB)
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Dr. Ann Kelley and expert Judith Matz unpack the complex relationship between dieting, emotional eating, body image, and weight stigma. Together they challenge conventional views on weight and health, emphasizing that fitness matters more than the number on the scale, and explores why most diets fail both psychologically and physiologically. They also cover the historical roots of fatphobia, the dangers of weight
bias in healthcare, and the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic. Judith highlights the importance of attuned eating, informed consent, and compassionate care, offering a weight-inclusive approach to healing our relationship with food and body. View full episode shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU277
Feel It to Heal It: The Science of Interoception with Rebecca Kase (274)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 37:38 — 86.1MB)
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Sue Marriott is joined by Rebecca Kase to explore how understanding the nervous system—especially the
concept of interoception—can support healing from trauma. Rebecca shares her personal story as a survivor and highlights the importance of creating safety, tuning into the body’s internal signals, and approaching somatic work with compassion. Together, they unpack how interoception differs from general perception, why it matters in therapy, and how small, gradual steps can help rebuild connection with the body. View full shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU274.
That “Fraud” Feeling: The Surprising Truth About Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Jill Stoddard (273)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 18:21 — 42.0MB)
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Dr. Ann Kelley is joined by Dr. Jill Stoddard as they unpack the complexities of imposter syndrome—why it shows up, who it impacts most, and how to move through it. Drawing on her expertise in psychological flexibility and values-based living, Dr. Stoddard shares strategies to navigate self-doubt, marginalization, and internalized insecurity. Learn how to reframe discomfort, build a healthier relationship with vulnerability, and use these moments as powerful opportunities for connection and growth. Join our exclusive neuronerd community – TherapistUncensored.com/Join
From Zimbabwe to New York City, Expanding Quality Mental Health Access – the Friendship Bench with Dr. Dixon Chibanda (272)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:00:55 — 139.4MB)
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Grounded in research and lived experience, this conversation invites a rethinking of care—away from over-medicalization and toward more accessible, human-centered approaches. Dixon Chibanda shares the powerful story behind the Friendship Bench, a community-based mental
health model that centers healing in the heart of local communities. He explores how grandmothers—often overlooked in traditional mental health systems—play a vital role in offering care, connection, and wisdom. Dr. Chibanda discusses the barriers to accessing mental health services, the role of storytelling in the healing process, and the global expansion of the Friendship Bench. Grounded in research and lived experience, this conversation invites a rethinking of care—away from over-medicalization and toward more accessible, human-centered approaches. View this episodes shownotes at TherapistUncensored.com/TU271 – Join our exclusive online community at TherapistUncensored.com/Join
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Meet Your Cohosts
SUE MARRIOTT, LCSW, CGP & ANN KELLY, Ph.D.
Ann Kelley Ph.D. (she/her/hers) and Sue Marriott LCSW, CGP (he/her/hers) are experienced licensed therapists that provide candid and focused education to help you bring awareness to the unconscious patterns in your life that get in your way.
As out, gay married co-hosts they bring in humor and personal insights of the cringy struggle to try to function more securely as a couple, and in the world. They also provide state of the art education, clinical insights, summaries of complex science and their own developed reflections on how to grow through these life-long patterns.
No matter what your history or what your age, there is hope to keep developing your secure self, which helps grow closeness with those you love.
Meet Your Cohosts
SUE MARRIOTT, LCSW, CGP & ANN KELLEY, Ph.D.
Ann Kelley Ph.D. (she/her/hers) and Sue Marriott LCSW, CGP (she/her/hers) are experienced licensed therapists that provide candid and focused education to help you bring awareness to the unconscious patterns in your life that get in your way.
As married co-hosts they bring in humor and personal insights of the cringy struggle to try to function more securely as a couple, and in the world. They also provide state of the art education, clinical insights, summaries of complex science and their own developed reflections on how to grow through these life-long patterns.
No matter what your history or what your age, there is hope to keep developing your secure self, which helps grow closeness with those you love.
Deepen your relationships and demystify your own interpersonal blocks by learning how to use the sciences of the mind.
We want to help each of you become a little more secure, not as a feeling but as a neurological fact. If you are interested in learning how to outsmart your biology and transform into the most relational and confident version of you, then you are our people.
Our audience is intentionally wide- it includes everyone from seasoned therapists, students in the field, other professions that can benefit from knowing how to deeply understand people, those injured by early relationships, and those life-long learners interested in staying abreast and helping make the world a little more secure.