A Guided Life

How to Heal Difficult Mother-in-Law Relationships with Lesley Koeppel

June 6, 2026·43 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Lesley Koeppel, a psychotherapist and author, discusses the complex dynamics of mother-in-law relationships, grief, boundaries, and how to foster healthier connections. This episode offers practical advice and insights into navigating these often challenging family roles. Lesley is a psychotherapist with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate serious health challenges and life’s most complex relationships. Her work focuses not only on resolving conflict, but on helping people develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and deeper connection in the moments that matter most. She believes that even the most difficult relationships can be an opportunity for growth, reflection, and deeper understanding. She is the author of How to Be the “Perfect” Mother-in-Law: A Lighthearted Guide for Moms of Married Sons, a thoughtful and practical exploration of one of life’s most nuanced relationships. Find Lesley: Instagram is @ask.lesley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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