Signs of childhood emotional neglect in adults: Is this what’s been going on?

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Signs of childhood emotional neglect in adults: Is this what’s been going on? You’re doing fine. So why doesn’t it feel like it? On paper, life looks pretty good. You’re holding things together, running a house, showing up for everyone, probably succeeding in ways other people notice even if you don’t. But there’s something that […]

Parental Estrangement – How can therapy help?

Parental Estrangement – How can therapy help? Parental Estrangement – How can therapy help? If you are estranged from your parents or family, or are considering estrangement, it can be an incredibly difficult time. You may have already gone through periods of misunderstanding. You may have a tense, or difficult relationship. There are many different […]

Will a therapist tell me what to do?

Will a therapist tell me what to do? Breaking down the misconception that therapists tell you what to do. Are you making late-night internet searches of “will a therapist tell me what to do?” and wondering how can you talk to someone if they’re going to push you one way or another?  Maybe you’re hesitant […]

Parenting Neurodivergent Kids is a marathon, not a moment.

Marathons, not moments. Parenting neurodivergent kids is no walk in the park, right? Any parenting is hard. But parenting neurodivergent kids can often be something else. And it’s something that comes with a heavy dose of feeling isolated. Feeling hidden. There can often be a level of shame. As though you’re doing something wrong.  I […]

Do you need therapy? Honest advice from a therapist

Wondering if you need therapy, or just a complete overhaul of your life? A holiday or something else?! Sometimes it can be hard to figure out what would be most helpful.  This blog post is for you if you’re googling for answers, trying to figure out the next step. You’re looking for some reassurance that […]

What is attachment style, and why does it matter in relationships?

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What is attachment style, and why would you want to know yours? If you’ve got relationships with any other humans, it can be a helpful starting point to understand your own behaviours a bit better.  If you’re struggling to understand why your relationships seem to follow the same patterns, and you’ve noticed everything you scroll […]

Are you still trying to figure out the relationship with your mother?

How our relationship with our mothers shapes us as adults The first chapter of your life story probably influences the way you love, fight, and trust in relationships today. This blog post will look specifically at your relationship with your mother and how it can impact you today. If you find yourself with a voice […]