When infidelity turns your life upside down, self-help books provide the hope that there is some kind of roadmap back to safety. At least, that's the theory. But how do they work in practice? Please meet my guest blogger, Helen Tower of Sailing Through Infidelity, who has kindly offered to share … [Read more...]
My Husband is Angry With Me But He Had the Affair
You’d think that after an affair was discovered, your husband or wife would do everything to make amends. You wouldn’t think he or she would be angry with you. However, as a marital therapist with thirty five years experience, I am afraid it is all too common. So—how to deal with an ANGRY and … [Read more...]
Three Secrets of a Happy Relationship
So what is the difference between a happy relationship (where both partners feel connected and desired) and an everyday one (which might look OK to outsiders but inside one or both partners are not getting their needs met)? It’s not just what you are doing right. I will explain the three secrets … [Read more...]
Are You Facing Long Term Marriage Problems? How to Avoid the “Silver Divorce”
Divorce, infidelity and marriage breakdown are not just problems for the young. A recent study by The American Association of Retired People found that in fact over 60% of divorces are initiated by women in their forties, fifties or sixties. As we enter later life, we face: More time alone … [Read more...]
Expat Relationship Problems
Moving to Berlin has deepened my relationship but it has also thrown up all sorts of issues. I’ve met other couples – while out walking our dog – making similar adjustments from living abroad. So it’s got me thinking: How does being an ex-pat impact on your relationship? What’s it like … [Read more...]
Top Twelve Benefits of Journaling
One of the most powerful tools I use for helping my clients is keeping a journal. In fact, I ask nearly everybody to start a simple feelings journal to keep track of their emotions and what triggered them. Even if they keep it for only a couple of days, they get a profound insight. And it’s … [Read more...]
The Power of Dog
How a puppy helped heal a grieving heart On the eve of the millennium, my life looked great to outsiders. I had not one successful career but two. I worked as both a journalist – writing articles for the Daily Mail, Daily Express and The Times – and helping couples as a marital therapist. … [Read more...]
Can You Fall Back in Love?
Lots of people think that once one partner has fallen out of love that the relationship is over. What’s the point if the feelings have gone? But I not only believe that it is possible to fall back in love, I have lots of tips on how to make it into a reality. Andrew's Facebook Live Event - Can … [Read more...]
I Love You But I’m Not in Love With You
“I love you but I'm not in love with you” is one of the worst things that your partner can say but you can turn it into an opportunity to transform your relationship. I have thirty plus years working with couples where one partner has fallen in love and it’s not only possible to fall back in … [Read more...]
Help Me Be a Better Listener
What is the secret of why some marriages succeed and others end in divorce? The most reliable indicator of which couples will be happy, connected and in stay in love is how well they communicate. Of course, you need to be able to tell your partner how you’re feeling and be honest about problems … [Read more...]
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