Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. is the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer. While pioneering High Conflict Personality Theory (HCP), he was the National Conflict Resolution Center’s Senior Family Mediator for 15 years, a Certified Family Law Specialist for 15 years, and a licensed clinical social worker therapist for over 12 years. Bill serves on the faculty of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine University School of Law and is a Conjoint Associate Professor with the University of Newcastle Law School in Australia. He has been a speaker and trainer in over 35 U.S. states and 13 countries. He is the author or co-author of over 20 books, manuals, and workbooks, he also has a popular blog on the Psychology Today website with over 6 million views, and he hosts It's All Your Fault on TruStory FM.
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A listener faces hostile neighbors who harass her family and trespass on her property. Bill and Megan explain options from law enforcement involvement to strategic disengagement while protecting children.
We tackle listener questions on enforcing boundaries with manipulative ex-partners, managing high-conflict personality patterns, and setting limits with difficult aging parents.
Three listeners ask how to handle challenging personality combinations in relationships, protect children from parental alienation, and repair family bonds.
We analyze high conflict behavior in court testimony, examining charm as manipulation. Plus: why some show deep empathy for animals but struggle with human relationships, and quick responses to rehearsed demands.
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When child abuse allegations emerge in family court, the path forward isn’t always clear. Dr. Wendy Bourg shares evidence-based approaches to protect children while preserving vital relationships.
When does trauma require compassion, and when is it weaponized to excuse harmful behavior? We tackle this thorny dilemma, revealing practical ways to blend empathy with firm boundaries for healthier relationships.
Bill and Megan discuss the rising cases of teacher misconduct in schools: Understanding psychological factors, institutional responses, and protecting vulnerable students.
Being blindsided by high conflict behavior can shake your confidence and leave you isolated. Discover proven ways to recognize these patterns early, maintain perspective, and protect your well-being.
Why do people stay in abusive situations? From coercive control to personality patterns, this episode explores the complex reality of breaking free and finding help.