Psychological models commonly describe around nine narcissistic traits, such as a need for admiration, sensitivity to criticism, entitlement, difficulties with empathy, and an inflated or fragile self-image. Research shows that these traits can appear in many people at different times and intensities. What matters is not the presence of these traits, but how strongly they show up, how fixed they feel over time, and whether there is capacity for reflection, empathy, and repair within...

When couples come to therapy, they are often caught in painful cycles they don’t fully understand. Arguments repeat, trust feels fragile, or emotional distance grows despite both partners wanting closeness. Traditional couples therapy focuses on communication and understanding patterns, which can be incredibly helpful. However, for many couples, these patterns are rooted in unresolved trauma and past relational wounds. This is where EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) can be...

For a lot of people, the festive period promises connection, closeness, and a sense of “this will make things feel better.”  And then January arrives… and it can feel like coming back down to earth with a thump, especially in relationships. If things feel flat, tense, or more noticeable now the decorations are down and routine has returned, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common times I hear people say, “Something feels off between us.” Why it can feel so hard after Christmas The...