I sometimes think that every person who pursues a career in psychotherapy must have had a parent with a narcissistic personality. How else could our…

In the first part of our series tackling money, relationships and mental health, we look at the impact having vastly different salaries can have on n…

I'm guessing you check your texts many times... there's nothing there! You try to focus on anything else except the person that you believe is your s…

This article describes some of the principles behind emotionally focused couples therapy (EFT), which is an approach to relationship counselling that…

For the purposes of this article, I have used a fictional character and scenario. However, the content relates to many situations that a counsellor m…

Suicide! That's right, suicide! I invite you to allow that word to sit with you for a moment. Now say it... and again... such a powerful word, such a…

Are school uniforms beneficial for kids’ mental health? We look at both sides of the argument.

A meaningful life compels us to take compassionate responsibility for ourselves, as we navigate our needs for safety, satisfaction and connection. A…

Why is it so difficult to say "no"? Do you get an impulsive urge to agree to do things for people that ultimately leave you feeling resentful and st…

Conversations around mental health are becoming more visible now, particularly with social media and high profile people (including royalty) talking…

Counselling for trust issues? We look at ways to overcome trust issues in an important relationship.

Decisiveness is an attractive quality and can make a person magnetic to others. Decisive people receive huge feedback from the world which creates a…