What's the Difference between Couples Counselling, Relationship Coaching, and Couples Psychotherapy

Navigating relationship challenges is a deeply personal journey, and finding the right type of support can make all the difference. Couples often seek help when they’re at a crossroads—struggling with communication, emotional disconnection, or conflict. But with so many options available, it can be difficult to know whether Couples Counselling , Relationship Coaching , or Couples Psychotherapy is the right fit. This article explores the key differences between these three ap

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The Subjective Goldilocks Formula

How the formula applies in the context of Communication in relationships and its effect on the nervous system The subjective Goldilocks formula was first introduced by Mia. By Mia Porriciello, Psychotherapist & Couples Therapist (Milton Keynes, UK) We often neglect or dismiss other people's experiences, describing them as too much or not enough, too emotional, or too negative. These judgements are commonly framed as if they reflect objective truths. Yet in therapeutic wo

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Convenience and Benefits of Marriage Therapy Online: A Guide to Online Counselling for Couples

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for relationship care can feel like a challenge. Yet, nurturing a partnership is essential for lasting happiness. This is where online counselling for couples steps in, offering a flexible and accessible way to strengthen bonds. With the rise of digital platforms, couples can now explore therapy from the comfort of their own homes, making healing and growth more attainable than ever. Why Choose Online Counselling for Couples? Online

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Exploring Therapy Methods for Couples: A Path to Healing and Connection

When relationships face challenges, seeking support can be a powerful step toward healing. Therapy methods for couples offer a safe space to explore feelings, improve communication, and rebuild trust. Each approach brings unique tools and perspectives, helping couples navigate their journey together with understanding and compassion. Understanding Therapy Methods for Couples Couples therapy is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Different methods focus on various aspects of rel

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When Trust and Confidence Erode in Relationships

After betrayal in a relationship, “Trust And confidence get destroyed.” Trust — belief in a partner’s intentions and goodwill Confidence — belief in a partner’s ability to act reliably and consistently Understanding this distinction helps explain why healing after infidelity is so difficult—and why “I’m sorry” alone rarely restores what was lost. Trust vs. Confidence in Intimate Relationships Before infidelity, most couples operate in the top-left corner of an invisible matri

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What’s the relationship between Limerence and self neglect?

Limerence and Self-Neglect: Understanding the Connection ========================================================= Limerence and self-neglect are often closely linked, but the relationship isn’t automatic or inevitable. It helps to think of limerence as an intense, involuntary fixation on another person, while self-neglect is a gradual turning away from one’s own needs. Here’s how they tend to interact: How Limerence Can Lead to Self-Neglect ----------------------------------

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What’s the difference between Love and Limerence?

Love and limerence can feel similar on the surface, but they operate very differently underneath. The clearest way to see the difference is to look at where the focus is, how stable the feeling is, and what it does to your sense of self. Core difference Limerence is infatuation driven by uncertainty and emotional hunger. Love is connection sustained by reality, safety, and mutual care. Side-by-side comparison 1. Focus of attention Limerence Fixated on the other person Constan

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SOMATIC EXERCISES FOR EMOTIONAL RELEASE

In this article, we will explore somatic exercises that help you to tune into your body’s wisdom and release any unprocessed emotions that may be stored there. What Is Somatic Release Exercise? Our body is constantly sending us signals through physical sensations, which can be interpreted as a response to our thoughts and emotions. Somatic therapy assumes that trauma or unprocessed feelings can have physical manifestations, such as muscle tension, discomfort, or even pain.

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Why So Many Couples Split after Christmas?

The festive season amplifies existing marital problems, primarily through heightened financial strain, increased social pressure, family obligations, and unrealistic expectations. The holiday period can act as a catalyst where the stress of gift-giving, travel, and social gatherings brings underlying issues to a breaking point. This sometimes leads to a decision for a fresh start in the New Year. Common Reasons for Holiday Strain Financial Pressure The holiday season can be e

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Controlling behaviours in relationships

Why controlling behaviours show up in relationships? — (and what they’re really protecting) Sometimes in a relationship, one partner can come across as very controlling, or organised, or “on top of everything,” while the other feels micromanaged or pushed. Before we talk about changing these patterns, it’s important to understand why they exist. Often, when someone has a history of being controlled, dismissed, or overpowered, their nervous system learns that the world become

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Signs that you are Sleeping With a Narcissist

Spot the signs, understand the narcissistic mask, and take steps toward healing and healthy boundaries with couples therapy in Milton Keynes

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These 5 Habits Reveal if you are “The Fixer” in your relationship

These 5 Habits Reveal if you are “The Fixer” in your relationship.

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Signs You Were a Parentified Child

Signs You Were a Parentified Child. In some families, children are forced to grow up too quickly—not just by circumstance, but by emotionally or physically taking on roles that belong to the adults in their lives. This dynamic is called parentification, and it can have long-term effects on how individuals show up in romantic relationships. In couples therapy, we often see how unhealed childhood experiences—like parentification—fuel ongoing relationship issues, including commu

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The Silent Treatment

The Silent Treatment. How This Toxic Behaviour Damages Relationships and Erodes Trust when used as a weapon for control, power and dominance. Let’s explore what the silent treatment really is, why it’s so harmful, and how couples therapy can help break this toxic cycle for couples in Milton Keynes

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