I am excited to share that I've created a free guide, all about attachment theory. This is an area of specialism for me - I'm an attachment-based specialist, and a course tutor on an attachment course for therapists. This free guide is designed to help you make sense of your patterns in relationships and friendships Most of us go through life without ever being taught why we feel, think and relate in the ways that we do. We tell ourselves that we are being too sensitive, to

In those early days of a relationship, it can feel as though the rest of the world fades away and the spotlight shines firmly on the new person in our life. It’s an exciting time — full of closeness and new experiences. So it’s little wonder that our routines change in ways we barely notice, especially when it comes to how we eat and look after ourselves. I recently spoke to the BBC Good Food  team about this very topic. We explored why falling in love can lead us towards mor

When we are in a relationship, we often thinking ahead to the future. Imagining ourselves as a couple, living our lives together. But when happens when a relationship has run its course? I spoke to The i Paper for an article all about the red flags that we might ignore - and why . The tricky thing about red flags is that they are not always obvious. Sometimes it's just the small, subtle things that make a difference. There's a twinge of a gut feeling that tells us somet

Last night I was invited onto ITV News to talk about relationships. The focus was on the rise in AI companions. These are chatbots created by tech companies, designed to offer friendship, companionship, and relationships to people who might be feeling lonely, isolated, or simply in need of something different in terms of interaction. It's a topic that I find frightening and fascinating in equal measure.

You might not have come across the idea of 'love languages'. But you're likely to have noticed that we all have different preferences...

I spend a lot of time talking and thinking about our 'gut' feelings. Those spidey senses that things aren't quite right in our lives or...

Boundaries often play a central role in therapy. But as we talk more about boundaries, it can start to feel like they're always a good...

Do you ever find yourself repeating the same conversations or negotiations over and over again – but ending up in exactly the same place,...

Elton John told us that 'sorry seems to be the hardest word' . I would agree that for some of us, apologies don't roll off the tongue...

When is a window more powerful than a mirror? Discover how the Johari Window—a simple but powerful model—can deepen your self-awareness by revealing what you and others see about yourself. Learn practical ways to use this tool both with others and on your own to boost your self-esteem and understand your patterns better.

Ever find yourself saying 'yes' when you really mean 'no'? Apologising for things that aren’t your fault? You're not alone. People...

In case you haven't heard, Christmas is on the way. There's an expectation that our inbox will be awash with social invites. But what if...

It can be a daunting process, trying to find a therapist. I know, I’ve been there myself.  Tripping up on jargon.  Scrolling through profiles.  It can feel like some kind of strange jumble of internet dating.  All while we are not quite sure what we are looking for.  But knowing that we need some support.  That’s why I’ve put together this guide, to offer a roadmap through this minefield.    How do I know what type of therapist I am looking for? This is an important question

We don't have to know someone to feel a sense of grief or loss at the news of their death. This rang so true this week for everyone who...

When a relationship ends in divorce, we can experience a whole range of feelings. Some might feel understandable, some might feel...

Ever wondered if there’s a mathematical formula for a healthy, happy relationship ?  I spoke to a journalist at iNews all about the idea...

Nurturing our relationships is something that takes time, energy, and conscious effort. And this can be challenging at the best of times....

When dating websites and apps arrived on the scene, they were afforded a warm welcome. Being able to search online for the perfect match...

Are you an approval addict? I spoke to The Sun all about people-pleasing and approval-seeking. Click here to read the full article. To...

When we talk about coercive control, we are talking about an act, or a series of acts, that are designed to manipulate, intimidate,...