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Good Relating in a Nutshell
It was towards the end of a session with a couple whose relationship had turned around, grown and found its Mojo. Occasional sessions are affirming, not only for them but for me. It keeps me ever mindful that working with people to make meaningful changes is very...
The secret art of communication
“Help we might as well be talking different languages!” “We just don’t communicate very well†One section in my intake form is on communication. This is often the part that causes the most discussion. Each person brings with them a different...
How to save a relationship
I hold sessions with a couple whose relationship has turned around, grown and discovered its mojo. Their occasional sessions are affirming, not only for them but for me as well. It keeps me mindful that working with others to make meaningful changes is very...
Mr or Ms Right… under your nose!
Online dating is a minefield of conflicting advice, unwanted advances and disappointment when Mr or Ms Right takes a long time to materialize. In an article I wrote for Digital Romance, I look at the illusions sold to us by the multi-billion pound industry that is...
Self esteem: we all need it
In the June issue of Darling magazine, I tackled an important issue. Self esteem in children is vitally important, but evidence shows that focusing too much on making children feel good about themselves could actually jeopardize their future self confidence. The...
What is relationship therapy?
In April 2014 I was invited to contribute an article to Darling magazine on relationship therapy, which you can find here within the online copy of the magazine. I am continuing my relationship with the magazine over the coming months so have a look out for my...
Addictions
Addictions impact on both physical and psychological health. Symptoms of addictions may include depression, panic attacks, sleep disturbance, obsessive-compulsive traits, bad relationships and poor work performance. Often what starts out as a social release can...
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