One of the biggest challenges couples can face is often what can make the most significant difference to their relationship: effective communication. Effective communication happens when both partners can clearly and simply describe their feelings, thoughts and wishes to each other, listen to each other, and feel understood by the other. Effective communication does not […]
Discovering that your partner has had or is having an affair can be traumatic and confusing. You may have had or be having an affair and feel confused and anxious. Both of you may be unclear as to whether this means the end of your relationship, or whether it is possible for your relationship to […]
Talking about sex with your partner can feel embarrassing or difficult. Unsatisfying or disappointing sex, differences in the desire for sex, difficulties with sex since the early days of your relationship Changes in your sex life may have happened in response to life events or other relationship dilemmas. Sex in your relationship may have been […]
We are not born with an in-built manual of how to have a fulfilling couple relationship, which includes knowing how to communicate effectively with our partner. Our expectations and ways of communicating & behaving as a partner are often learnt from what has been modelled to us from our parent’s relationship which may not have […]
Choosing to make a commitment to marriage, a civil partnership, or to co-habit is a major decision. However, it surprising how often couples have little guidance in preparing to make this decision and building a strong foundation for their life together other than a ‘try it and see’ approach alongside anecdotal advice from friends and […]
Everyone can feel fed-up, sad or miserable, however, when these feelings persist and seem to be interfering with daily life and your couple relationship, it is worth considering whether you need some addtional support. Whilst it is helpful to acknowledge that emotional difficulties are an understandable and normal reaction to past or present events it […]
Violence and abuse can be physical, verbal, emotional or psychological . If you are afraid for your wellbeing and/or the wellbeing of your children your priority should be to seek help and support for the safety of you and your children. The following NHS website provides guidance on agencies that offer advice and support for […]
In today’s society many men and women are striving for successful careers alongside a fulfilling home life. Whether or not you are in a dual career relationship it can be challenging to balance the demands of your career alongside a supportive and fulfilling home life of which your couple relationship is integral. With deadlines, working […]
An activity such as drinking alcohol or use of pornography can develop into an addiction when it becomes difficult to control the urge to engage in it despite unhelpful and unwanted consequences for an individual and their relationships. People usually develop an addiction as a way of helping them to avoid or cope with difficult […]
In any couple relationship there are going to be inevitable differences that can lead to misunderstandings, frustrations and differences. It is not unusual for situations to become stuck as each of you become increasingly exasperated and upset. Instead of exploring what may be fuelling each other’s frustrations each partner may try harder to convince the […]
