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Many couples notice a familiar pattern when things feel difficult. One partner wants to talk and the other shuts down. The partner wanting to talk may want to understand what is happening, to process it, to feel closer again. They may ask questions, raise concerns, or try to keep the conversation going. While the other partner may feel overwhelmed and become quiet, withdraw, or shut down. Sometimes they leave the room. Sometimes they stay physically present but feel emotion

Many couples think about couples therapy long before they ever reach out. The idea often arises quietly. Perhaps after another familiar argument, a growing sense of distance, or a moment when something inside you realises that things no longer feel as steady or connected as they once did. Alongside that curiosity, there is often hesitation. Worries about blame, about failure, or about what would actually happen if you were to sit together in a therapy room. These concerns are

Repeated arguments can leave couples feeling stuck and exhausted. Learn why the same conflicts keep happening and what they are really about.

Love can be a powerful and sustaining bond. It often carries couples through stress, change, and difficult seasons. And yet, even when love remains strong, relationships can begin to feel strained in ways that are subtle, confusing, and easy to dismiss. Many couples wonder whether what they are experiencing is serious enough to seek support. There may not have been a dramatic rupture or a clear crisis. Instead, there is often a growing sense that something feels off. Connecti

Our early experiences shape us in ways that are often subtle and far-reaching. Childhood is the time when we first learn what relationships feel like, how emotions are responded to, and whether the world is experienced as safe, predictable, and supportive. When those early years include emotional neglect, inconsistency, fear, or a lack of safety, the effects do not simply fade as we grow older. Instead, they often continue quietly into adult life, influencing how we feel, rel

Relationships can feel like a safe harbour in a storm, but sometimes the waves get rough. When couples find themselves caught in repeated arguments, distance, or silence, it’s easy to feel stuck or unsure where to turn. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) offers a compassionate way to understand these struggles, not as faults or failures, but as patterns shaped by unmet emotional needs. This approach helps couples reconnect by creating emotional safety and breaking free from un

When life feels overwhelming or confusing, it can be hard to know where to start with therapy. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a gentle and respectful way to explore your inner world. It invites you to meet different parts of yourself with kindness and curiosity, helping you understand your feelings and patterns without pressure or judgment. This post introduces IFS in clear, compassionate language, aiming to support anyone curious about therapy and looking for a

Trauma can affect how we experience ourselves, our relationships, and our sense of safety in the world. Many people find themselves carrying the impact of difficult experiences long after the event itself has passed, and may feel unsure about how to move forward. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has emerged as a powerful approach to help individuals process and recover from trauma. This post explores how EMDR therapy works, its benefits, and what

If you are considering online therapy and wondering what it might be like, this piece offers a gentle introduction to the process and what you can expect when you begin.