Humans as a species are getting kinder and less violent. Although some of the events of recent years may make this seem unlikely the longer term statistics point to an overall reduction in violence. We are getting better at working together and developing a...
Circle of Security TM is an early intervention program for parents and children however; many of the ideas from this program apply to everyone. This is because even if you are not parents yourselves you will have had the experience of being parented. This program is...
The common narrative around pregnancy is that women glow. It is supposed to be a happy and enjoyable time. However, what if you do not feel like this? Pregnancy is a time of raging hormones and significant transitions; therefore it is no wonder that some women find...
One of the most fundamental roles a parent has is to provide nutrition to their children. When a child has an eating disorder this role can become confusing and contentious. There is a lot to get your head around when your child has an eating disorder but if you get...
As a Psychologist it is more common to come across a person who has been hurt or abused by someone with narcistic traits. It is less common to have someone book in to see you because they are struggling with their own narcissism. Why is this? Generally, people with...
Humans are born ready for connection. The way we are parented has long term and ongoing effects on our functioning. The effects of our early life can trigger a cascade of changes genetically, cognitively, socially, and physically which can have either positive or...
