RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_f85ccc88-9612-4889-817a-35fc749b00c7 -- Rendered At Sat, 30 May 2026 18:02:40 +0000 The House of Family Therapy https://redcircle.com/shows/the-house-of-family-therapy en-US All rights reserved. Faculty, Friends, and Fun Alliant University Hosted by Alliant University Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) faculty members Dr. Tabitha Webster and Dr. Gita Seshadri, The House of Family Therapy illuminates their colleagues' personal stories and professional journeys. Through their authentic, unapologetic personalities and bespoke blend of rapid-fire and in-depth questions, Drs. Webster and Seshadri help their guests (and listeners) feel right at home. f85ccc88-9612-4889-817a-35fc749b00c7 Hosted by Alliant University Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) faculty members Dr. Tabitha Webster and Dr. Gita Seshadri, The House of Family Therapy illuminates their colleagues' personal stories and professional journeys. Through their authentic, unapologetic personalities and bespoke blend of rapid-fire and in-depth questions, Drs. Webster and Seshadri help their guests (and listeners) feel right at home.

]]> episodic no Alliant University web@alliant.edu no full Ep. 5: Mentorship, Meaning, and Systemic Change Ep. 5: Mentorship, Meaning, and Systemic Change 5 1 Alliant University This episode of The House of Family Therapy features a conversation with Dr. Sandra Espinoza, Alliant MFT faculty member and clinician whose work bridges systemic therapy, cultural humility, and social justice advocacy. Dr. Espinoza shares her professional journey from education and community-based youth work into family therapy, private practice, and academia, highlighting how mentorship and saying “yes” to opportunity shaped her career. 

The discussion explores her clinical niches—working with interracial couples and undocumented or mixed-status Latinx families—and the ways sociopolitical systems, immigration policy, and forced family separation impact mental health and relational dynamics. Throughout the episode, Dr. Espinoza reflects on the sacredness of creating space for the unspoken and the importance of empathy, mentorship, and systemic awareness for emerging therapists.

]]> <p>This episode of <em>The House of Family Therapy</em> features a conversation with Dr. Sandra Espinoza, Alliant MFT faculty member and clinician whose work bridges systemic therapy, cultural humility, and social justice advocacy. Dr. Espinoza shares her professional journey from education and community-based youth work into family therapy, private practice, and academia, highlighting how mentorship and saying “yes” to opportunity shaped her career. </p><p>The discussion explores her clinical niches—working with interracial couples and undocumented or mixed-status Latinx families—and the ways sociopolitical systems, immigration policy, and forced family separation impact mental health and relational dynamics. Throughout the episode, Dr. Espinoza reflects on the sacredness of creating space for the unspoken and the importance of empathy, mentorship, and systemic awareness for emerging therapists.</p> 440fb9f2-fc1b-44e0-8548-54f8c8599d37 https://www.alliant.edu/podcasts/the-house-of-family-therapy Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:38 +0000 1916 no full Ep. 4: Narrative Therapy: Transforming Stories, Transforming Lives Ep. 4: Narrative Therapy: Transforming Stories, Transforming Lives 4 1 Alliant University This episode of “The House of Family Therapy” features an interview with Dr. Tom Carlson, a licensed marriage and family therapist and Alliant faculty member, who shares insights into his approach to couples therapy called "relational accountability." The discussion delves into the importance of purpose and mission in therapeutic work, Dr. Carlson’s affinity for his specialty of narrative therapy, and the often-forgotten magic of family therapy.

]]> <p><span>This episode of “The House of Family Therapy” features an interview with Dr. Tom Carlson, a licensed marriage and family therapist and Alliant faculty member, who shares insights into his approach to couples therapy called &#34;relational accountability.&#34; The discussion delves into the importance of purpose and mission in therapeutic work, Dr. Carlson’s affinity for his specialty of narrative therapy, and the often-forgotten magic of family therapy.</span></p> d024cb10-19a4-4dfb-b1d6-491b6b3ff0d5 https://www.alliant.edu/podcasts/the-house-of-family-therapy Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:00:01 +0000 2348 no full Ep. 3: "Your Story is Your Superpower" Ep. 3: "Your Story is Your Superpower" 3 1 Alliant University Drs. Tabitha Webster and Gita Seshadri welcome their Alliant faculty colleague, Dr. Nicole Sabatini-Gutierrez, to The House of Family Therapy. They explore Dr. Sabatini-Gutierrez's journey into family therapy, her intersectionality, and the importance of personal stories in therapeutic practice. They discuss the role of rage in therapy, current trends in women empowerment, and the significance of experiential therapy. Dr. Sabatini-Gutierrez shares impactful experiences with students and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging suffering in therapy. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Dr. Sabatini-Gutierrez's insights and perspectives on therapy.

]]> <p>Drs. Tabitha Webster and Gita Seshadri welcome their Alliant faculty colleague, Dr. Nicole Sabatini-Gutierrez, to <em>The House of Family Therapy. </em>They explore Dr. Sabatini-Gutierrez&#39;s journey into family therapy, her intersectionality, and the importance of personal stories in therapeutic practice. They discuss the role of rage in therapy, current trends in women empowerment, and the significance of experiential therapy. Dr. Sabatini-Gutierrez shares impactful experiences with students and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging suffering in therapy. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Dr. Sabatini-Gutierrez&#39;s insights and perspectives on therapy.</p> cbb89693-ae75-4495-872d-af06cd9d8819 https://www.alliant.edu/podcasts/the-house-of-family-therapy Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:07 +0000 1475 no full Ep. 2: How Professional Identity Feels Like Home Ep. 2: How Professional Identity Feels Like Home 2 1 Alliant University with Dr. Shruti Singh-Poulsen In this episode of The House of Family Therapy, hosts Dr. Tabitha Webster and Dr. Gita Seshadri welcome fellow Alliant MFT faculty member Dr. Shruti Singh-Poulsen as their first guest. They discuss Dr. Poulson's personal journey into the field, her academic pursuits, and the importance of understanding oneself as a therapist. The conversation highlights the significance of cultural responsiveness in therapy and the evolving nature of Dr. Poulson's work, focusing on South Asian Indian populations. Listeners gain insights into the challenges and rewards of being a therapist, as well as practical advice for future therapists.

]]> <p>In this episode of <em>The House of Family Therapy,</em> hosts Dr. Tabitha Webster and Dr. Gita Seshadri welcome fellow Alliant MFT faculty member Dr. Shruti Singh-Poulsen as their first guest. They discuss Dr. Poulson&#39;s personal journey into the field, her academic pursuits, and the importance of understanding oneself as a therapist. The conversation highlights the significance of cultural responsiveness in therapy and the evolving nature of Dr. Poulson&#39;s work, focusing on South Asian Indian populations. Listeners gain insights into the challenges and rewards of being a therapist, as well as practical advice for future therapists.</p> 430232f6-8af8-4a6a-a186-6948cb5344c4 https://www.alliant.edu/podcasts/the-house-of-family-therapy Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:35:27 +0000 1601 no full Ep. 1: Welcome to Our House! Ep. 1: Welcome to Our House! 1 1 Alliant University In this inaugural episode of The House of Family Therapy, hosts Dr. Tabitha Webster and Dr. Gita Seshadri introduce themselves and share their personal journeys into the field of family therapy. They discuss the importance of understanding trauma, their experiences in academia, and the significance of cultural identity in their work. The conversation emphasizes the active and process-oriented nature of family therapy, encouraging future therapists to embrace authenticity and challenge perfectionism.

]]> <p>In this inaugural episode of <em>The House of Family Therapy</em>, hosts Dr. Tabitha Webster and Dr. Gita Seshadri introduce themselves and share their personal journeys into the field of family therapy. They discuss the importance of understanding trauma, their experiences in academia, and the significance of cultural identity in their work. The conversation emphasizes the active and process-oriented nature of family therapy, encouraging future therapists to embrace authenticity and challenge perfectionism.</p> 5309ab99-3283-4098-97d9-0e9b440e2f26 https://www.alliant.edu/podcasts/the-house-of-family-therapy Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:35:13 +0000 1671 no