On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter unpack the chaos of Abbey’s long awaited 40th birthday — and it’s safe to say Peter surpassed all of our expectations.

In classic Therapy Crouch style, there was a couple of bumps a long the way - think Simply Red, Spoilt surprises and gift giving headaches - yet Crouchy still scores a 10/10 for this one!

In the Agony Abs, we hear from a listener who is in desperate need of advice on how to avoid ‘Cringe-fest’ boys with a penchant for T-shirt designs as well as from a listener whose ‘parasite’ housemate is threatening to ruin their ‘new year, new me’ mojo.

It’s funny, unfiltered, weirdly touching — and proof that even the most chaotic surprises can go right (kind of).

00:04:00 – Abbey’s obsession with “bone” colored paint sparks a hilarious marital debate

00:11:30 – Listener writes in about surprise “I Love India” breakup shirt

00:18:45 – Bowling ball etiquette: when men lose on dates

00:25:00 – Abbey’s flu… or birthday hangover?

00:30:40 – Abbey recaps the full surprise Paris birthday weekend (gifts, glam, family lies)

00:39:50 – Pete admits he left Abbey’s designer gift on the train

00:44:20 – IVF struggle story and Abbey’s heartfelt response on fertility & motherhood

00:50:50 – New Year, nightmare roommate: listener agony advice

00:56:00 – The nail injury that made headlines (and cancelled Pete’s golf)

01:00:10 – Reflections on why the birthday surprise meant everything

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On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything, Abbey and Peter tackle the chaos of January head-on as listeners write in with their biggest dilemmas, disasters and frustrations. From the pressure of dating apps and speed dating horror stories to the very real pain of hosting a dinner party that goes completely off the rails, nothing is off limits.

The pair also dive into why January is financially ruthless, whether a proper “reset” is even possible after Christmas, and why trying to improve your mental health with daily walks can quickly turn into rage at the general public. There’s also a fiery debate on gym culture, Gen Z filming etiquette, and whether social media has completely warped how we see ourselves.

In the Agony Abs, the conversation turns more serious as a listener questions a relationship that’s been stuck in limbo for 11 years, raising honest questions about commitment, living apart, and knowing when to draw the line. As always, Abbey and Peter offer straight-talking advice, plenty of laughs, and a comforting reminder that most of us are just trying to get through January in one piece.

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00:00 – The reluctant but passionate subscribe plea

01:05 – Freshers flu, cold water swims & winter routines

02:01 – Why being cold is worse than being hot

03:14 – Sideline fashion disasters & the “undertaker coat”

05:34 – Dating pressure, speed dating chaos & conspiracy theorists

07:34 – Dinner party disasters and Come Dine With Me humiliation

09:58 – January finances falling apart spectacularly

12:52 – Mental health walks ruined by the general public

14:30 – Forest walks, flashers & clearing your head

15:25 – The most disrespectful snorer on the Eurostar

17:27 – Gen Z gym culture and filming rage

19:04 – Social media, comparison & gym anxiety

22:38 – Living apart after 11 years: relationship crossroads

24:26 – Hard truths about commitment and moving in together

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On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back together for the first time since Christmas — and there’s a lot to unpack. From festive wins and forgotten Yorkshire puddings to why January suddenly turns everyone into a life coach, the pair reflect on the emotional hangover that comes after the holidays.

They dive into the pressure of New Year expectations, from five-year plans and relationship check-ins to Dry January guilt and gym anxiety. Peter shares stories from a surreal Dubai trip rubbing shoulders with football legends, while Abbey recounts a genuinely horrifying nail injury that landed her in hospital.

In the Agony Abs, listeners open up about outgrowing old friendships, feeling emotionally drained by familiar faces, and the shame spiral that comes with January self-improvement attempts. Abbey and Peter offer honest, reassuring advice on letting relationships evolve, easing off unrealistic resolutions, and giving yourself a bit of grace during a heavy month.

It’s funny, reflective, occasionally chaotic — and exactly the January reset you didn’t know you needed.

00:00 – Opening chaos, banter and Christmas hangover energy

01:04 – Christmas recap

02:09 – Weekly Wine: forgotten Yorkshire puddings & bean debates

04:27 – Abbey’s Christmas rant: mums doing all the work

06:07 – Listener message: January deep chats and relationship fatigue

08:00 – New Year pressure, five-year plans and “New year, new me” dread

10:07 – Moon landings, Elon Musk and conspiracy detour

12:30 – Mum’s annual January life-audit

15:28 – Dry Jan intentions and realistic resets

21:00 – Dubai trip, sports legends and football name-dropping chaos

26:16 – Abbey’s nail injury horror story in Dubai

31:25 – New Year resolutions, health, longevity and body scans

33:18 – Deep dive: consciousness, death and untapped brain power

42:08 – Agony Abs: outgrowing old friendships

46:25 – Gym guilt, January shame and realistic fitness advice

50:10 – Wrapping up, birthdays and subscribe reminder

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