Couples naturally come into relationships with predetermined expectations, as well as their own unconscious understanding of how a couple ‘should be’. This is usually based on what they experienced growing up with their own parents. If we grew up with parents who did...
Holidays are usually seen as a break from the stresses and strains of everyday life, a chance to take a deep breath and have a change from everyday routine. Going away with your significant other can be joyful and a great time to spend more time together to relax and...
I was approached a few days ago by Chaucer Direct Insurance to comment on the effect on couple relationships of commuting to work by car. From my experience of working with couples I offered these thoughts in response to their questions. In your experience, what...
If you are continually fighting with each other, what does that say about your relationship? When you need each other the most why can’t you communicate and stay connected rather than turn against each other? If you find yourself in a relationship where you are...
Finding an individual or couple’s therapist should be straightforward and yet it can sometimes be a complicated process for people. Asking for help can be difficult and finding the right person that you’re comfortable with requires the ability to be clear about what...
We can offer praise in so many situations, but this can so easily disappear in relationships. remember to thank each other for the small things. Make a point of showing appreciation for at least one thing a day. Find time for each other. The couple relationship will...
