Preparing for a baby's arrival often focuses heavily on the birth itself, but planning for the postnatal period is equally crucial. We often underestimate the profound physical, mental, and emotional impact of carrying and birthing a baby. Did you know it takes about two years for a woman’s body to fully recover from pregnancy and [...]
Love and sex are now a strong part of our definition of romance. While sexual desire comes from our attraction to someone, we only fall in love with them if they become an attachment figure, a person who reminds us of what we need to feel safe and secure. As we get to know the [...]
One of the dilemmas of our modern way of living is the silencing of our emotions. Seeing them as inconvenient - we are encouraged to clamp down on our feelings, or even encouraged to see them as a problem. What if I were to tell you that our emotions and our felt sense in the [...]
Our psychotherapist Lee Beaton delves into Emotional Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFiT), and explores how this innovative modality supports the processing of trauma by cultivating secure attachment in a therapeutic relationship. Now that Christmas and the New Year are behind us, it’s time to focus on what another year holds. The holidays can sometimes [...]
Transform Your Relationship Communication with EFT and Break the Demander and Withdrawer Cycle It's not uncommon for couples to get into a negative communication cycle. While this can take a number of forms, one of the most common is the Demand Withdraw Cycle where one partner pursues and the other retreats. The good news is [...]
Enhancing Emotional Connection using A.R.E. (Accessible, Responsive, Engaged) The fundamental inquiry within our love relationships boils down to this: "Are you there for me?" This simple yet profound question essentially asks: Do I hold significance in your life? Can I confide in you? Am I able to count on your support when I'm in need? [...]
You've likely heard the phrase, "marriage is work," and while it might sound cliché, there's a grain of truth to it. Every relationship has its highs and lows, its triumphs and trials. But what happens when the challenges seem to overshadow the joys, and every conversation spirals into a frustrating cycle of arguments? This is [...]
PTSD Awareness June 2023 June was PTSD awareness month and it shone the light on PTSD and it's impact on peoples lives. But what is PTSD and how can we help ourselves and the people we love who have experienced trauma and are still living with its impact? Kundalini House Counsellor and Psychotherapist Marisa Howard [...]
Love is a captivating journey that takes us through exhilarating highs and challenging lows. Within the realm of relationships, understanding the intricate dance between partners is essential for fostering healthy connections. One concept that sheds light on this dynamic interplay, that comes from Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), is the fascinating roles of the Demander and [...]
We recently called on the gracious Marisa Howard, Somatic Psychotherapist and Rehabilitation Counsellor at Kundalini House for some approaches to creating boundaries for self and others in a compassionate and embodied way. Boundaries take many forms, and can range from being strict and rigid to porous to almost non-existent. Healthy boundaries serve to make it [...]