Statistics tell us that moving house can be one of the most stressful experiences alongside divorce and bereavement. Certainly at Coupleworks we often see clients who are facing a move into a different area or who may be considering relocating to a different country....
Fewer than half of children will celebrate their 16th birthday with their parents still together. Penelope Leach is a research psychologist and well known for her books on early childhood development written in the 1970s. She has recently published a book called...
Mothers are historically seen as primary role models for daughters, and sometimes the impact of the father’s influence can initially appear to be more shadowy. Where there is not a ‘present dad’ – then a secondary male can step in. Never...
Pressed buttons can ignite into hurt feelings and painful arguments even with couples that feel in harmony. Talking about things they know are liable to ‘set them off’, and how they would like to negotiate when this happens can help to avoid instant defensiveness and...
Do you think it is ok to stay in touch with a son/daughters ex-partner? Sadly, this is not a black and White issue and will need careful handling depending on the circumstances. There will be raw feelings and it is important to acknowledge that it is a loss –...
Alongside the gifts and good food arrives a big box of expectations – all creating an atmosphere that feels highly-charged and which could be explosive. What if we do not wish to conform this year? Is it hard to risk disappointing others? Does it feel too challenging...
