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The coronavirus is 10 times more deadly than the seasonal flu. Not only that, but it’s much more contagious. That’s why it’s so important to stay home—it helps limit the spread of the disease. If anything, it’s the best thing that you can do right now! At the same time, however, it can put a strain on your relationship. After all, you and your partner will be trapped...

We are currently witnessing history in the making in the form of the coronavirus. Industries, sectors and societies are being affected around the world. With entire countries in lockdown, people being advised to work from home, and the start of a prolonged recession, the family dynamic is set for some challenging times ahead. As such, the need for couples to understand and communicate...

Building a solid relationship is what everyone dreams of. But having a fruitful relationship seems to be difficult for people to grasp. It is vital that you and your significant other understand what exactly a successful relationship consists of. Creating a lasting and loving relationship clearly isn’t easy. Most people enter into a committed partnership and end up married to...

Unavoidably, all relationships have their ups and downs – and most of it are things that can take two of you to work through, so long as you both put in the effort to wanting the relationship to work. It can be difficult for a couple to admit that they need help, which is perfectly understandable. Often I would be asked when couples therapy is appropriate or necessary, and there...

Poor mental health can make life a miserable business, as well as having a damaging effect on family and friends. Although many people recognise that it’s important to help people who have a diagnosed mental health problem, there can sometimes be a lack of awareness regarding the importance of pro-actively managing mental illness. Making a conscious effort to relax, relieve...

So your partner and you have finally decided to find a couples counsellor to assist with your relationship struggles. You have talked about it, researched counselling services and your first appointment is just a few days away — now what? I am often asked by nervous couples how they should prepare for their first relationship counselling appointment. This can be a challenging period...

Many couples want to know if they ​actually​ need or want to know about relationship counselling sessions. I am often asked if there are specific warning signs to look for, that show a couple is ready. Reaching out to a relationship therapist is not always easy, so people may assume they should try other resources first. I provide ​couples counselling in Melbourne with our clinic...