Why do we behave in a destructive or unhelpful way when we communicate with certain people? We are constantly in contact with others, whether that is…

It’s part of the human condition to long to be heard. As humans, we experience the need to be independent and have our voices and opinions honoured,…

What does my relationship look like? Relationships can be times of happiness, but they can also be times of conflict, disagreements and feelings of b…

Dress or suit ordered check? Venue booked? Cake... tasted? There is so much to plan before the big day. What has been happening more and more often i…

Counselling work often begins with a narrative. Whether an individual or a couple is sitting in the therapy room, there will be a story to be told. E…

The frustration of not being heard by a partner is likely the number one argument couples bemoan. Speaking generally of the differences between the s…

There is a big overlap between individual and couples counselling, and it is sometimes hard to determine clear guidelines on their differences. Never…

Relationships are hard work generally, but when you're with someone who is suffering from depression, or if you are the partner with depression, rela…

Is your relationship in trouble? Sometimes it’s obvious, for example in the case of an affair or betrayal. Sometimes, however, it’s less obvious. May…

I do not need to tell anyone that has experienced a partner having an affair or being the person having the affair what effect this can have on a rel…

Six ways to improve communication in your relationship, from listening and expressing your needs to setting boundaries and managing conflict.

  This old English cricket expression essentially means to behave honestly and decently in our everyday lives. Through my work as a counsellor helpi…