Afraid of Commitment? Gamophobia “Gamos” (Marriage) and Phobos (Phobia) – a fear of commitment. How do longing for and fear of relationship and commitment dance together? Most people want both intimacy and autonomy, closeness and independence. Is it possible to feel comfortable with both closeness and space? Are you able to be authentic and yourself […]
Divorce and separation are not failures, in the same way as longevity is not an indicator of a successful marriage. When things reach a breaking point in a relationship, our first instinct might be to reach for the phone number of a divorce lawyer. However, even when things seem insurmountable, there can be real value […]
If levels of loneliness rise does it mean that the quality of our relationships fall? How Relationship Counselling Can Help As human beings, we’re not built to live alone. Levels of loneliness are rising around the world and the increasing trend towards individualistic societies in which people live alone, is playing a major part. Sure, […]
Reframing Relationship Conflict Most of us have been there – arguing with a partner who we feel misrepresents our feelings or thoughts, or simply misunderstands us. Our interlocutor is angry or hurt and is expressing those feelings, possibly at great volume. We may even agree with what’s being said, to a greater or lesser extent. However, if we […]
Why Couples should consider Relationship Counselling
Reaching out for Counselling What does Counselling have to do with your capacity to reach out? Getting in contact with a therapist in a moment of need takes some courage and willingness to self-care. When feeling under pressure with your relationships, mental health, work issues your personal relationship with “reaching out” will be instrumental in […]
Seeking Counselling Support “If we had the courage to love we would not so value these acts of war.” ― Jeanette Winterson, The Passion When is it time to reach out for help? And how do you know if you and your partner can benefit from couples counselling? Perhaps you have been brushing problems under the carpet in […]
