Counselling Connection

Looking for maladaptive communication patterns is a common form of assessment that therapists use (Long & Young, 2007). Based on John Gottman’s theory popularly known as the “Four Horseman of the Apocalypse”, the following subheadings are common communication problems that most couples experience or participate in. They include; criticism and ... Read More

Mental Health Information Anxiety Recovery Centre http://www.arcvic.com.au/ Information about anxiety disorders, their management and links. Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement http://www.grief.org.au/ Grief and bereavement related information and resources, links to websites and low cost or free counselling services and a message board. Carers Australia http://www.carersaustralia.com.au/ The latest information, research, policies and services ... Read More

Worried partner writes... “My partner and I are both hard workers and have decided to save our money to buy a house before having children. However every time I check our savings there are more withdrawals and our nest egg is slowly vanishing. My partner readily concedes that they are ... Read More

This post includes self-care tips and psychological first aid for disaster workers and volunteers. The information was extracted from the New Zealand Ministry of Health's comprehensive "Coping with Stress Factsheets" webpage, developed in response to the recent Christchurch earthquake. Psychological first aid Remember there is no right or wrong way to feel ... Read More

For many couples, ‘making love' involves a sense of intimacy and emotional closeness. An intimate sexual relationship involves trust and being vulnerable with each other. Closeness during sex is also linked to other forms of intimacy. It is important to share a whole range of emotions with a partner, otherwise some ... Read More