Relationships

Posted October 25, 2024 / No comments

Do you find yourself constantly feeling uninterested in intimacy? Do you struggle with maintaining a healthy level of desire for sexual activity? These are common issues that many individuals face when it comes to libido. As a psychologist, I have worked with numerous clients who have sought help in understanding and improving their libido. In

Posted October 11, 2024 / No comments

What is under spoken about in the world of psychology is the burden of love. We are taught from a young age through stories and then movies that love is beautiful and wonderful. I see great advantages of understanding the various theories of love and attachment. A concept I hear a lot about in clinic

Posted September 20, 2024 / No comments

Are you struggling to navigate the world of dating and relationships? Do you find yourself constantly wondering what you’re doing wrong? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Dating can be a tricky and complicated endeavour, but with the right guidance, you can find success in your romantic pursuits. Dating is a social activity that involves two

Posted May 14, 2024 / No comments

Spring has arrived within the clinic. The outside of the clinic is being injected with new energy to keep it looking refreshed. Included below is a picture of the back courtyard of the clinic. Moving the clinic to the heart of Newcastle in September 2021 seems like only yesterday. The clinic is still not complete.

Posted April 16, 2024 / No comments

Us humans like to use the labels ‘good’ and ‘bad’, in particular conflict. Conflict doesn’t have to be good or bad. Its part of the dynamic and addressing it through the adult ego state is essential. Preferring to ‘keep the peace’ in a relationship allows a relationship to not grow. There are times when our

Posted March 27, 2024 / No comments

Trauma Therapy Newcastle Currently studying a certificate in psychoanalytic couple therapy makes me reflect on the influence of relationships on us humans. As a psychologist I’ve always been curious on the relationship dynamics of my clients. The systems (family, culture) we’ve grown up in can influence who we are, our tastes in food, traditions, smells

Posted February 23, 2024 / No comments

Breakups It is often a difficult life experience. It can be emotionally challenging, as it often involves processing feelings of sadness, anger, and future loss.  For many who have finished the relationship report guilt for the disruption to partner and family.  It is important for individuals to take care of themselves during this time, both

Posted December 12, 2023 / No comments

Relationship Therapy Newcastle: Why is trust important in a relationship? Many couples attend my counselling service in Newcastle for support to rebuild trust. Trust plays a crucial role in building and maintaining healthy relationships. It serves as the foundation upon which relationships are built. A relationship creates a sense of security and safety, allowing us to

Posted October 25, 2023 / No comments

We offer private therapy in Newcastle. As a Counselling Psychologist I’ve trained in psychodynamic therapy that looks back to earlier relations to understand the here and now experience.  The concept of attachment was first introduced by the British psychiatrist John Bowlby in the 1950s. Bowlby believed that attachment is a fundamental human need and plays

Posted October 12, 2023 / No comments

Our Counselling service Newcastle offers support with developing boundaries within your relational dynamics. This post is focusing on self help tips and by no means over looking the importance or the depth therapy supports this further. Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries in relationships is crucial for maintaining a sense of self and promoting overall well-being. Here