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Relationship OCD: The Impossible Quest for the Perfect Partner

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When we find ourselves romantically drifting into starry-eyed imaginings of movie-perfect knights in shining armour (or, for some of us, the ideal woman swooping in like Julia Roberts in Notting Hill or John Cusack standing under our bedroom window holding up a boombox), the idea of a perfect romance or “the one” doesn’t seem so […]


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Infidelity – Crossroad of Crisis and Opportunities

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Infidelity is often perceived as a relationship’s death toll, a betrayal so deep that it seems to shatter everything a couple has built together. But what if infidelity, as painful as it is, doesn’t have to spell the end of a relationship? What if it could be the beginning of a new chapter that requires […]


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Relationship and Family Therapy for Expats in Japan

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For the growing community of expats in Japan, the experience is often both rich and challenging, and it’s important to recognise that neither experience undermines or negates the other. Japan is renowned for its efficient public services, high levels of safety, beautiful clean spaces and delicious cuisine. These aspects undoubtedly contribute to a high quality […]


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Whispers of Infidelity: the Intricacies of Micro-Cheating

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Micro-cheating is a relatively new term that refers to small actions or behaviours that, while not outright cheating, can cause emotional discomfort or mistrust in a relationship. Defining infidelity is complex due to diverse personal, cultural, and relational styles. Some view infidelity as physical affection, while others see it as any romantic or inappropriately intimate […]


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Trauma Bonds: When Relationships Become Toxic

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What are trauma bonds? The term “trauma bond” has entered popular terminology in recent years. On social media, a common phenomenon occurs where psychology terms go “viral” and, over the journey of hundreds or even thousands of videos and millions of viewers, the terms become flattened into a digestible, often two-dimensional version of their original […]


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Seeing Through Gaslighting: A Reality Check

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The Origins of Gaslighting The origins of the term “gaslighting” trace back to the 1938 play ‘Gas Light’ and its subsequent film adaptation. In this psychological thriller, a husband attempts to drive his wife insane by subtly dimming the gas-powered lights in their home and then denying any change when she notices. This insidious tactic, […]


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Q & A Session With Therapist Mark Dalby

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Mark Dalby is an accomplished therapist with over 20 years of experience.  This question-and-answer session discusses his background, approaches and experiences as a therapist. What are the key benefits of seeking family therapy when one or more members are neurodivergent? One of the key benefits of family therapy is that it focuses on people’s strengths, […]


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It’s over – Why Can’t I Stop Thinking About Them?

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Coming to terms with the end of a relationship can be like trying to find your way out of a labyrinth. No matter how long or short the journey was, each twist and turn leaves its mark. It can take months, or even years, to navigate the complex emotions and thoughts tied to our memories […]


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The Silent Retreat: Quiet Quitting in Relationships

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Ending relationships is rarely easy and often comes with emotional and mental challenges. But, perhaps even more difficult to come to terms with is when a partner begins acting as if the relationship has ended or is ending, with no explanation. This type of withdrawal, sometimes called “quiet quitting,” is usually characterised by a gradual […]


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Love Multiplied: The Rise of Polyamory

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In recent years, polyamory has gained recognition in popular culture, offering meaningful and fulfilling connections to many people who do not resonate with more traditional, binary relationship models. However, this type of relationship has also been reduced to a “fad” or trend in public discourse and is often the subject of much-misunderstood debate. Traditional, “nuclear […]


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Qualified Forest Gate Couples Counsellors

All of our Forest Gate Couples Counsellors are accredited, qualified & registered with one or even several recognised corporations.

BACP

The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. To become a registered member our Associates Counsellor and Psychotherapists must have graduated from a BACP accredited course or passed the Certificate of Proficiency.

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UKCP

The United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy, UKCP, exists to promote and maintain the profession of psychotherapy and the highest standards in the practice of psychotherapy throughout the United Kingdom, for the benefit of the public.

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HCPC

The Health And Care Professions Council, offers regulation for maintaining high standards of the health and care professions to ensure that the public is kept safe and secure when utilising their services.

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