by Sally | Mar 15, 2021 | Addiction, Couples & Relationships
Statistics suggest that men tend to suffer addiction at a much higher rate than women. Why this difference? One explanation might be that men partake in riskier behaviours. Men tend to be more likely to experiment with illicit drugs and drink more. Men often self...
by Sally | Mar 3, 2021 | Couples & Relationships
In my time as a relationship counsellor, there is probably one statement I have heard more than any other around healing from an affair: “I do not think I can ever get over this” The most second most common phrase I hear is: “I do not think I can...
by Sally | Jan 25, 2021 | Couples & Relationships
We often do not have great role models for communication in our intimate relationships. If you find yourself struggling, hoping things will get better with your partner but not knowing what to do, the tips below might be an excellent place to start. A healthy...
by Sally | Oct 26, 2020 | Couples & Relationships, EFT
This week’s blog is an exploration to hopefully demystify of some of the things we will talk about during the first session of couples counselling using Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Exploring the Emotional Signals That We Send or Our Negative Cycle My...
by Sally | Oct 12, 2020 | Couples & Relationships
As a couples counsellor, I often have a front-row seat to relationship change. However, it takes two people wanting to work together to find a way through and then putting in the effort to make this happen. I have seen couples go from starting to sign divorce papers...
by Sally | Oct 5, 2020 | Couples & Relationships
Do you find you accept responsibility for loved one’s emotions or actions? Are you always trying to please others? Do you neglect your own needs and have difficulty setting realistic personal boundaries? Do you often feel resentful yet have trouble stepping away...