Why we love Circle of Security©

Why we love Circle of Security©

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...
Why seeing a psychologist during pregnancy is helpful

Why seeing a psychologist during pregnancy is helpful

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...
What does the ‘still face’ experiment teach us about connection?

What does the ‘still face’ experiment teach us about connection?

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...
New parents need help too

New parents need help too

When a baby is born it is a time where society expects new parents to be extremely happy with their new arrival.  This is the reality for some parents with the arrival of a new baby being a wonderful time in their lives.  Even for these parents...