Connection is at the heart of being human. In my practice I see how breakdowns in connection, not having connection modelled in childhood or being caught in unhealthy forms of connection can leave deep imprints. Much of the distress people bring to counselling traces back to a longing for safe, reliable, meaningful bonds with others, whether that is with a parent, a partner, a child, a friend or a colleague. How we establish and maintain connections is essential to our wellbe

AI can provide ideas, prompts, and strategies, but it can’t replace the human connection at the heart of therapy. Explore how AI supports—but doesn’t replace—relational healing.

Examining the complexities of domestic abuse from an Internal Family Systems perspective, this post explores the internal conflicts, protective parts, and relational dynamics that influence decisions and patterns within abusive relationships.

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