Navigating Love and Expectations with Todd Baratz In this insightful episode of 'The Only One in the Room' podcast, host Laura Cathcart Robbins chats with psychotherapist and sex therapist Todd Baratz about dating, relationships, and the importance of managing expectations. Todd shares personal stories from his difficult upbringing, struggles with depression and substance use, and how these experiences led him to his profession. He discusses the common issues he encounters in his practice, such as communication problems and relational anxiety, and offers candid advice about the importance of giving people a chance, especially in the context of dating. The episode explores broader themes of vulnerability, cultural shifts in mental health and relationships, and the transformative power of therapy. Email - [email protected]  [email protected] (Publicist) Website - https://www.toddsbaratz.com  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/yourdiagnonsense  Book  -  HOW TO LOVE SOMEONE WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/723331/how-to-love-someone-without-losing-your-mind-by-todd-baratz-lmhc/?ref=PRHC389ABD38112&aid=2810&linkid=PRHC389ABD38112  Podcast - https://www.toddsbaratz.com/podcast-yd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices