Boundaries Setting For Healthy Relationships With Dr. Catherine G. Cleveland

In today's episode, host Clint Mally dives deep into the concept of boundaries with Dr. Catherine G. Cleveland, a PhD-trained, licensed mental health counselor. They explore what boundaries truly are, why they matter, and how to set them effectively to foster healthier and more meaningful relationships.

Learn more about Dr. Clevland:
https://catherinegcleveland.com/

Learn more about Sandstone Care:
https://www.sandstonecare.com/
 
Dr. Cleveland, who has authored several practice-informed mental health books and developed the Cleveland Emotional Health Residency Program, walks us through her framework of the Four Essential Pillars of Boundary Setting. Learn how to identify your core values, set appropriate boundaries, determine fitting consequences, and navigate the emotions and challenges that often accompany boundary-setting. 

Whether you’re dealing with interpersonal relationships, work-life balance, or personal well-being, this episode offers practical, research-backed advice to help you establish and maintain boundaries. Tune in and discover that change is not only possible but also treatable.
00:00 Introduction to Boundaries
00:58 Meet Our Expert: Catherine G. Cleveland
01:40 Defining Boundaries and Core Values
04:25 The Importance of Setting Boundaries
07:42 Communicating Boundaries Effectively
12:07 The Four Essential Pillars of Boundary Setting
18:14 Emotions and Challenges in Boundary Setting
21:59 Practical Applications and Examples
30:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
40:05 Episode Wrap-Up and Credits