by Catherine Topham Sly | Apr 29, 2021 | couples
This blog shares ten expert-backed tips for building a happy relationship after kids. From staying curious about your partner to handling conflict with care, it offers practical advice rooted in research and lived experience. Learn how small everyday actions can...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Dec 18, 2020 | couples
This guide provides practical tips for discussing couples counselling with your partner. It covers understanding your motivations, communicating openly, using nonviolent communication, staying calm, showing genuine interest, taking responsibility, discussing...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Nov 26, 2020 | couples
Happy Thanksgiving! Let’s think about how to show your partner you appreciate them We don’t celebrate Thanksgiving here in the UK, which has always struck me as rather sad. It’s a great opportunity to think about how to show your partner you appreciate them. I know...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Sep 3, 2018 | couples, therapy, workshops
Welcome to my new website! When you’re looking for a counsellor, you’ll often get asked what’s bringing you for counselling, and why now. You might be suffering with stress, anxiety, or depression, for example. Counselling really helps with...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Apr 13, 2018 | couples
Beyond Conflict Resolution What do you want to change about your relationship? Most couples I work with want to improve communication and feel closer. And for those couples who have been arguing a lot, they just want to get on better. And couples counselling...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Mar 16, 2018 | couples
Separation Counselling What is separation counselling? Isn’t couples counselling all about making it work? If your relationship has broken down, you might be considering your options. Perhaps you have been thinking about trying couples counselling. On the other...