When You Mourn the Parent You Never Had: Understanding Complex Grief

When a difficult parent dies, grief is rarely straightforward. This article explores complex mourning through a psychoanalytic lens, showing how we often grieve not only the person who has died, but also the parent we always hoped they might one day become.

How Couples Utilised Online Therapy Before, During, and After the COVID-19 Lockdown

The COVID-19 pandemic changed how we live, work, and connect with those closest to us. I saw firsthand how these changes impacted couples, as the lockdowns created an environment that tested many relationships in new and unexpected ways. During the pandemic, online therapy quickly became a lifeline for […]

The Power of a Good Ending: How Couples Therapy Can Facilitate a Healthy Separation

The Power of a Good Ending: How Couples Therapy Can Facilitate a Healthy Separation In the realm of relationships, a breakup can often feel like a complex, emotional labyrinth. While many seek couples therapy to salvage a faltering relationship, it's equally important to understand that therapy can play a vital role in guiding a couple...

Grief Understood by Psychoanalytic Theory and Neurobiology. How CBT, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and Oxytocin Facilitate the Bereavement Process

Introduction Grief is a complex emotional response to losing someone or something important to us. It is a normal and natural response to loss, but it can also be a challenging and painful experience that can impact our physical and emotional well-being. In this essay, we will explore […]