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Finding Resilience after Heartbreak
Most of us consider the end of a romantic relationship as a failure. As women, in our roles as partners in a relationship, we frequently take on responsibility for the break-up, separation, or divorce and see it as failing ourselves or others.
From Betrayal to Healing: How to Rebuild Trust After an Affair
Trust is the main foundation of any strong relationship, and when it’s shattered by an affair, it can feel like the ground has been pulled out from under you
Setting Minimum Expectations When Dating: A Pathway to Healthy Relationships
Because of the current dating apps and social dynamics, navigating the dating world can be exciting and very intimidating at the same time. One of the keys to attaining healthy and fulfilled relationships is setting minimum expectations right from the beginning.
What Exactly are Boundaries
I’m sure you have heard the word boundaries. It’s a concept that has received a lot of attention recently. But what are they?
The Body Speaks: How Does Your Attachment Style Show Up Somatically?
Our bodies are incredibly skilled when it comes to its ability to send us messages regarding what it needs or feels in any given moment. When you are hungry, your stomach may grumble
Uncovering Male Voices and Experiences in Couples Therapy
When navigating the complex world of intimate relationships, couples therapy is a priceless tool. Unfortunately, pre-existing gender conventions and prejudices have frequently dominated talks about male experiences in couple’s therapy.
Relationships Post-Partum
Post-partum experiences for both men and woman play a key role in the breakdown in many relationships. Many studies show a decline in relationship satisfaction during the early years of parenthood.
Mastering the Art of Communication: A Guide to Effective Partner Interaction
In this blog post, various effective ways of communication will be explored between partners to cultivate connection, deeper emotional intimacy, and connection.
Impact of RSD on Relationships and the Link to Neurodivergence
Most people have struggled with rejection at some point in their life. For some, the concept of rejection can be a lot less tolerable than others, which can lead to miscommunications, relationship issues and lack of conflict resolution
Why is it Difficult to Leave an Abusive Relationship?
If you think about domestic abuse in a home, you may find yourself asking, "Why don't they just leave..." However, it is never that simple.
Benefits of Couples Therapy
The primary goal of couples therapy isn't to prove who was right and who was wrong each and every week. It's to prove to one another that disagreement in arguments may happen, but how can we understand that the problem at hand is not one another but the problem itself
How to Provide Support for Domestic Abuse
Domestic violence is a distressing problem affecting millions of people worldwide of all ages, genders, and socio-economic status.
Navigating Life's Twists and Turns: The Power of Effective Communication in Relationships
Today, let's traverse the intricate maze of communication. After all, isn't love, at its core, a profound conversation between two souls?
The Power of Vulnerability in Relationships: Embracing Your True Self
Today we’re setting sail on the vast sea of vulnerability. Now, hold on! I know what you're thinking: "Vulnerability? That's a heavy topic!" And you're right.
Strengthening the Pillars of Your Relationship: Hands-On Exercises from Premarital Therapy
Let's delve into some hands-on exercises often recommended during premarital sessions. These activities can be both enlightening and fun, giving you valuable insights into your relationship.
Recognizing the Signs of Domestic Abuse
Suppose you are in an intimate relationship, dating someone new or have a friend or family member who makes you question your worth, mistreats you, or displays control and power behaviours.
Signs of Co-Dependency
Co-dependency is a term used to describe a pattern of behaviour in which individuals rely excessively on others for emotional support and validation
When Caring Hurts: Compassion Fatigue
Have you ever found yourself in a position where it seems like you're the sole bearer of others' emotional struggles? Perhaps it's somebody who always turns to you for a listening ear, or your mom who frequently reaches out to share the growing heap of issues she's facing
Understanding Your Partner Before Saying “I Do”: The Importance of Premarital Therapy
Just like how we make sure to check the water's depth before diving into a pool, it's wise to understand the dynamics of your relationship and prepare for the lifelong commitment ahead.
Domestic Abuse and It's Forms
You may have heard the terms used to describe domestic abuse: intimate partner violence (IPV) and domestic violence. Domestic abuse looks like patterns of behaviours in all kinds of relationships to obtain or hold power and control over someone else