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Therapy Blog: Infertility, Relationships & Life Transitions
Welcome to my therapy blog, where I share insights on the areas I specialise in as a therapist - infertility, single women & relationships, and life transitions - alongside other themes that arise in my work with women. I update the blog regularly, so feel free to bookmark it or check back when you have time. If you have any questions, or you’re interested in having therapy on one of these issues, get in touch.
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Why Miscarriage can Trigger Fear and Anxiety
Alongside the grief and loss that accompanies miscarriage, a lot of women will also find themselves experiencing fear and anxiety. This post explores why fear and anxiety can often follow miscarriage, how these feelings can manifest in day to day life, and what you can do to overcome this.
Single Women and Relationships: Learning to be Vulnerable
Vulnerability can feel risky, especially when you're longing for real connection with a potential partner. This post explores how learning to be open - and discerning about when it's safe - can deepen intimacy and build trust. It also explores how therapy can help you to do this.
The Emotionally Challenging Reality of IVF
IVF is often thought of as a solution to fertility issues. However, the process is far from easy, and success is not guaranteed. This post explores the emotional reality of IVF, including the sense of loneliness and isolation many women feel. And it explains how therapy can offer support and be of benefit.
Perimenopause: A Time of Change and Reflection
Perimenopause isn’t just a physical transition, it’s also often a time of emotional reflection and re-evaluation. This post discusses some of the deeper questions perimenopause can raise, and explains how therapy can support women through the challenges and changes of this phase of life.
Becoming a Mother can be Joyful and Difficult
Motherhood is often portrayed as pure joy. However, for many, it’s also a complex emotional transition which may include grieving your old self and coming to terms with a change in identity. This post explores these issues and highlights how therapy can support you.
Pregnancy Envy When Dealing with Infertility
Pregnancy envy can feel isolating and deeply uncomfortable, yet it’s actually a natural response to grief and loss when facing infertility. This post gently validates these emotions and explores how therapy can offer a compassionate space to process pain, ease emotional triggers, and begin stepping out of shame.
Infertility and Involuntary Childlessness
When the infertility journey ends without a baby, the loss can feel immeasurable - touching every part of life. This post honours the grief, rage, and shock of involuntary childlessness, and explores how therapy can help you honour and process this overwhelming pain, without pressure to move on or feel better.
Impact of Infertility on Relationships
Infertility can put a strain on even the strongest relationships. This post explores how infertility can affect communication, intimacy, and emotional connection between partners. It also reflects on how therapy can support you personally when your relationship is under pressure.
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