Love Addiction: Why You Can’t Stop Chasing Relationships (And How to Break the Cycle) w/ Sherry Gaba

The Psychology of Relationships · Oct 8, 2026 · 47m · transcript

When does wanting love become needing it? For some people, relationships can become a source of obsession, validation, and emotional dependence—making it difficult to feel secure without another person. Julie & Yue are joined by Sherry Gaba, LCSW, psychotherapist and relationship addiction expert, to unpack the psychology behind love addiction and the patterns that can keep people chasing connection at the expense of themselves.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to recognize the difference between love and love addiction

Why some people become dependent on romantic validation

How low…