Coping with a partners affair

Posted December 9, 2024 / No comments

The last post of 2024. As the year comes to a close I bring gratitude to a splendid year in clinic. My adoration of psychoanalysis was extended to include couple therapy training. Theory is essential as psychology is a science however relational aspect of psychologist and client is the key too. Thanking those who have

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Understanding Libido: A Psychologist’s Perspective

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

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Burden of love

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

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Psychology of dating

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

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Couple Therapy Newcastle

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.

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Conflict within relationships

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

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Trauma therapy Newcastle

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

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Psychologist Newcastle: Breakups

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

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Relationship Therapy Newcastle: Trust

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

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Understanding Attachment and How It Impacts Relationship: Private therapy in Newcastle

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

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