fighting

Why arguing in front of your counsellor may be a good idea

Why arguing in front of your counsellor may be a good idea

It is very normal for couples in long-term relationships to argue - and arguing in itself is not an issue.  Conflicts are necessary as a partnership involves two people who will have different emotions, concepts and values. These need to be negotiated regularly.  The issue is HOW to argue.

When fighting isn't working – how to make it work

When fighting isn't working – how to make it work

When there is conflict within a relationship we often feel that there is something wrong with the relationship or something wrong with us.  This, however, is not necessarily true, as conflict is a way to enable change and to work through issues that invariably come up when two people are trying to share a life together.