The birth of a child is often expected to be a joyful experience, but for some families, the reality can be very different. A traumatic birth can affect both partners emotionally and psychologically, sometimes creating stress within the relationship at a time when...
Couples Counselling: Strengthening Your Relationship Through Understanding and Support Every relationship goes through periods of difficulty. Life pressures, misunderstandings, and unresolved issues can sometimes create distance between partners. Couples counselling...
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts We all experience thousands of thoughts each day – random, fleeting, and often meaningless. But sometimes, intrusive thoughts creep in, and they can feel deeply unsettling. These thoughts, which may come as memories, visions, or...
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is a crucial part of our body that influences both our mental and physical well-being. Dr. Stephen Porges’ polyvagal theory sheds light on how the ANS operates and helps us understand our responses to stress. By exploring the...
Birth is often seen as a moment of profound joy and transformation, yet for some, it becomes a source of emotional pain and distress. Each year, approximately 30,000 women in the UK develop PTSD from birth trauma (Birth Trauma Association, 2024). But birth trauma...
