Episode 74: Loving Hard with Symphonie Smith, PhD

What do you want to stop doing? When Jodi asked her newsletter subscribers this question, she received a lot of responses—one of them was from a fellow therapist in recovery, Dr. Symphonie Smith, LIMFT.

Jodi invited Dr. Smith to join her for this episode to discuss her recent ADHD diagnosis and how Journals of a Love Addict, and the work of Pia Mellody, supported her through recovery from love addiction and codependence. Dr. Smith also shares the relationship that led to her recovery, and describes the cultural messaging that shapes Black women specifically—like the Strong Black Woman archetype—that can fuel overfunctioning and codependence.

Show notes & resources:

Music by JD Pendley

Links to Jodi's website and Substack

Link to Dr. Symphonie Smith's website

Dr. Smith mentioned the book Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome by Dr. Joy Degruy

Subscribe to Jodi's monthly newsletter

Link to purchase Facing Love Addiction by Pia Mellody

Links to free 12-step recovery support options: SLAA and LAA

Disclaimer: This podcast is shared for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for mental health treatment with a licensed mental health professional or to be used in place of the advice of a physician. If you are struggling please don't delay in seeking the assistance of a licensed mental health practitioner or healthcare professional. If you're in crisis please visit NAMI.org or call 1-800-273-TALK for 24-hour assistance.