A Guide to Understanding and Addressing Micro-Cheating Micro-cheating is a relatively new term used to describe subtle behaviours that, while not overtly unfaithful, can lead to emotional distress or the erosion of trust within a relationship. While some view cheating as physical acts, others see emotional or digital behaviours such as flirting, messaging, or liking […]
When we find ourselves romantically drifting into starry-eyed imaginings of movie-perfect knights in shining armour (or, for some of us, the ideal woman swooping in like Julia Roberts in Notting Hill or John Cusack standing under our bedroom window holding up a boombox), the idea of a perfect romance or “the one” doesn’t seem so […]
Infidelity is often perceived as a relationship’s death toll, a betrayal so deep that it seems to shatter everything a couple has built together. But what if infidelity, as painful as it is, doesn’t have to spell the end of a relationship? What if it could be the beginning of a new chapter that requires […]
The Origins of Gaslighting The origins of the term “gaslighting” trace back to the 1938 play ‘Gas Light’ and its subsequent film adaptation. In this psychological thriller, a husband attempts to drive his wife insane by subtly dimming the gas-powered lights in their home and then denying any change when she notices. This insidious tactic, […]
Mark Dalby is an accomplished therapist with over 20 years of experience. This question-and-answer session discusses his background, approaches and experiences as a therapist. What are the key benefits of seeking family therapy when one or more members are neurodivergent? One of the key benefits of family therapy is that it focuses on people’s strengths, […]
Infidelity can significantly impact a relationship, but it does not necessarily mean the relationship is over. Many couples can recover and rebuild their relationship after infidelity with the help of therapy and open, honest communication. What is Infidelity? “People cheat on each other in a hundred different ways: indifference, emotional neglect, contempt, lack of respect, […]
Martina Bador has worked as a therapist for over 15 years. Her work has an integrative approach, with person-centred foundations. In this question-and-answer session, she discusses her background and the inspirations for her work. Why did you become a Therapist? I used to work in speech and language, primarily this involved working with parents. I […]
What is Marriage Counselling? Every relationship is a process that evolves and changes over time. As such, relationships require an ongoing commitment and effort and love isn’t always enough to keep a relationship on track. Daily stress, different expectations, and a lack of communication can cause partners to drift apart. People go to marriage counselling […]
