Relationship Therapy

Committing to another person requires a balance between meeting our own needs and considering the needs of our partner. This can be especially challenging in intimate relationships, where the desire for independence and self-expression may sometimes conflict with our need for acceptance and loyalty.

My approach to relationship therapy

 I believe that even the most difficult conversations can be had if all parties are present and composed. By creating a safe and supportive space where you can be honest and be heard by your partner, you can start to build a more congruent and healthy relationship.

It is important to remember that a good relationship is not void of  any arguments or difficulties. What is indicative of a good relationship is the ability to navigate these challenges without feeling overwhelmed.

 If your relationship is struggling, it is at these most  difficult and challenging moments that we  can behave in the most unhelpful ways to each other. We can forget what we are arguing about and it becomes a fight to be right. How  we treat our partners in these moments can indicate the health of the relationship.

As your therapist, I will not take a passive role. I will challenge you and encourage you to take risks and step outside your comfort zone. My priority is to treat everyone with respect and fairness, and to remain completely impartial.

I often find that couples who are struggling and feeling resentment or hostility  towards each other, they still have the ability to be rational and calm when interacting with others outside the relationship. I work to tap into these skills and help couples put aside some of the resentment and anger that is fuelling their current dynamic.

I ask that you come to relationship therapy with a genuine desire to take responsibility for yourself and hold both you and your partner accountable, but also with compassion and kindness.