There are Catholic women, driven by insecurity, who settle for men who don’t value them, only to suffer in silence in a loveless or downright abusive marriage. Dana Nygaard (Day-nuh Nigh-guard) is a renowned psychotherapist, relationship coach, author, and national speaker who teaches single Catholic women how to date intentionally, stop settling, and start choosing wisely! She gives them the confidence and tools to know when a man is worth it—and when to walk away. Dana is here today to share a glimpse of the strategies she used to heal from her past and find her husband, David, so you can begin transforming your love life.

In this insightful episode of the Healing Through Love Podcast, we’re joined by Dana Nygaard, a renowned psychotherapist, relationship coach, and national speaker. Dana specializes in helping women identify the early warning signs of unhealthy relationships and empowers them to make wise, intentional choices in their love lives. 

Dana dives into the subtle but significant red flags of abuse, including controlling behaviour, manipulation, and isolation, that often go unnoticed in the early stages of a relationship. She offers practical advice on how to recognize these signs before they escalate and provides actionable steps to protect yourself or support someone else in a similar situation. 

With her extensive experience, Dana shares strategies she has used in her own journey to heal from past relationships and build a healthy, fulfilling marriage. She emphasizes the importance of self-worth, intentional dating, and setting boundaries to foster healthy, respectful connections. 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the dynamics of toxic relationships, support loved ones, or make more empowered choices in their personal life. 

Three Things the Audience Will Learn: 

1. How to identify early red flags of controlling and manipulative behaviour in relationships. 

2. Practical steps to protect yourself or support others in recognizing and addressing abuse. 

3. The importance of self-worth and intentional dating for fostering healthy, fulfilling relationships.