Have you ever heard that therapists are only interested in your past? This is a common misconception. Some therapists are particularly interested in in how your past impacts who you are today. My approach takes a balanced view, giving equal importance to all things...
Sex After Parenthood - It’s Good For You And Your Relationship Let's talk about sex after parenthood. Firstly let's remember that good sex is good for you. It's good for each of you as individuals, and it's good for your relationship. If you and your partner...
According to the organisers, International Men’s Day is a day to celebrate the value men bring to the world, their families, and communities. So if you have a man in your life, please let him know how much he means to you today.
What Is The Secret To A Strong Relationship With Your Partner? Knowing Yourself! Want to know the secret to a strong and lasting relationship with your partner? It has to start with you knowing yourself. Firstly you need to be able to recognise your emotions...
Relationship Changes After Parenthood Becoming a parent is a big deal. It usually changes us, and often in ways we don’t expect. This can lead to relationship changes after parenthood that can be really unsettling. We're all used to our various roles, like...
Have you been wondering how to deal with resentment towards your partner? If so, you’re not alone. Resentment is a huge issue in relationships, especially after we have kids. When I asked on Instagram, 96% of you said you struggle with feeling resentful. Bringing up...
Help The Uyghur People Do you know what’s been happening to the Uyghur people in China? Uyghurs are ethnically and culturally Turkic people. They live in the area of Central Asia commonly known as East Turkistan. East Turkistan has effectively been occupied by...
The transition to life as parents puts huge pressure on couples. It's very common to feel resentment towards your partner, especially if your life has changed more than theirs. In fact when I asked on Instagram, 96% of you said you struggle with resentment. So is it...
The time after a baby arrives is really special. And it can also be challenging, for both mothers and fathers. It's big transition time for each of you personally, as well as for your relationship. To feel the best you can through this time, it's helpful to think...
Top 10 Tips For A Happy Relationship After Kids Based on The Gottman Institute’s incredible research into what really makes for lasting, satisfying relationships, here are my top ten tips for a happy relationship after kids. 1. Never think you’ve...
Do you ever get snappy with your partner? Or ignore them altogether when they speak to you? How we respond to our partners in the smallest, everyday moments has a big impact over the long term. A Small Habit With A Big Impact Picture the scene: your partner...
Roots of Resentment - Shared Responsibilities I asked you on Instagram what your partner did that left you feeling resentful. And it started a really helpful discussion about how resentment builds in a relationship. Guess what? The mental load and and how you...
Your Relationship In Lockdown - Needing Quality Time How's your relationship in lockdown? I miss so many things. I miss socialising. I miss mass gatherings. And yet what I’m looking forwards to most is going places with my husband. Seriously. That guy. The one...
Thank And Compliment Your Partner - Why It Matters And Some Suggestions Want to know whether it matters that you compliment your partner? It's a resounding YES from me! When you compliment your partner, it makes them feel seen, loved, and appreciated. It helps...
The 4 Main Toxic Communication Styles If you want to have a great relationship, there are four main ways of communicating that you’ll really want to avoid. These are the communication styles that research has found to be the most damaging to couples’ connection...
Dealing with Arguments in Relationships Arguments in relationships are completely normal. The success of your relationship doesn't depend on how many disagreements you have, but on how you deal with them. When your partner is upset about something, it helps to...
Discussing Relationship Needs Have you ever said something like “I need more time to myself!” then got a reply that was so far from what you needed to hear that you just gave up? I know how frustrating this can be, so let's talk about how to discuss...
Relationship Changes After Having A Baby Are Very Common Becoming a parent is a big deal and it usually changes people, often in ways they don’t expect. We're all used to having various roles in life from son/daughter, brother/sister to friend or colleague....
How To Protect Your Relationship Every couple disagrees. And it’s normal for more of those disagreements to turn onto arguments once we have children and have to make so many more joint decisions. The success of your relationship depends on how you approach those...
Family Rituals Christmas is coming! For those of us who celebrate, that probably means lots of family rituals, like choosing and decorating a tree, wrapping and exchanging presents, and enjoying lots of festive foods and drink. Family rituals provide us with a sense...
Couples counselling is amazing, and the thing I hear most often about it is “I wish we’d gone sooner!” But asking for help isn’t always easy, and the prospect of inviting a stranger into our most private conversations can feel quite daunting. It’s very common for one partner to be ready to call a counsellor while the other is still unsure about it. So if you’re wondering how to get your partner to go to couples counselling, you’re not alone. Here are a few pointers to help you if you’ve been struggling with how to get your partner to go to couples counselling.
