A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones PsyD, a psychotherapist in Oakland, CA. Join Dr. Jones for an intimate discussion about the effects of being in abusive and hurtful relationships and how to heal from them.  In this episode, Latasha Matthews, LPC and I have a candid discussion about boundaries. Latasha is the owner of Illumination Counseling and Coaching and she explains what boundaries are, why they are needed for self-preservation, and ways to protect ourselves without feeling guilty. Lack of boundaries and the inability to say no can lead to destructive relationships.  Resources Mentioned: Boundaries, by Henry Cloud and John Townsend To connect with Latasha Matthews, LPCC please visit www.illuminationcc.com Questions/comments for Dr. Jones, or if you are interested in sponsoring the podcast please email: adatewithdarkness@gmail.com. Visit the website: A Date With Darkness. Let's keep in touch via social media! Facebook: @adatewithdarkness Instagram: @adatewithdarkness Twitter: @adatewdarkness To connect with likeminded individuals seeking support from hurtful and abusive relationships in a safe space, please join the private FB group: A Date With Darkness Group. Be sure to tune in live on Wednesdays to chat with the experts from the show, as this only happens in the private group!