Better and Better Psychology

About Better and Better Psychology

Oprah called M. Gary, “the best psychotherapist in the world.” M. Gary Neuman and his daughter, psychotherapist, Esther Neuman cohost to answer your questions about mental health and emotional growth. Guest experts, real stories from life and your questions come together to form one of the most creative shows dedicated to your psychological insight and growth. Learn more at NeumanMethod.com or email info@neumanmethod.com to send in your questions.

Publisher

M. Gary Neuman + Esther Neuman

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Apr 2020

Latest episode

4 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

22 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Mar 2026

   How to Break the Habit of Complaining (And Change Your Life)

   In this episode of Better and Better Psychology, Gary and Esther Neuman sit down with Will Bowen, author and founder of the global movement A Complaint Free World, to explore a question that might change your life: Could complaining be sabotaging your happiness? Complaining can feel bonding and relieving in the moment — but over time, it rewires your brain, spreads negativity, and impacts your relationships. Will shares the psychology behind the complaint habit, the science of emotional contagion, and the powerful 21-day challenge that has helped millions break the cycle. This isn’t about simple positivity. It’s about awareness, choice, and learning how to shift from automatic negativity to intentional living. Small shifts. Big impact. Better and better.

2. 

   25 Jun 2025

   What Narcissists Don’t Want You to Know: DARVO and Institutional Betrayal a conversation with Dr. Jennifery Freyd

   Dr. Jennifer Freyd defines DARVO and institutional betrayal, explaining how abusers manipulate situations, institutions protect them, and truth-tellers are silenced in this interview episode.

3. 

   16 May 2025

   Supporting Children with Special Needs: A Conversation with Nicki Salfer

   In this episode of Better and Better Psychology, we speak with educational and behavioral specialist Nicki Salfer about her new book Ready, Aim, Fire and her decades of work supporting families of children with special needs and building her company Learning Tree. Together, we explore not only how to navigate complex school systems and advocate effectively, but also the emotional journey parents face — from overwhelm and frustration to empowerment and hope. Nicki offers compassionate, practical guidance for families, educators, and professionals alike, grounded in real-world experience and deep understanding of what parents truly need. Follow us @mgaryneuman @estherneumantherapist

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

15 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 25 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

30

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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