People often come to therapy because something does not feel right. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, shutting down during conflict, having difficulty trusting others, feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, or noticing the same patterns appearing in your relationships again and again. It can be easy to look at these
Passive, Aggressive, and Assertive As psychologists, we often hear clients describe feeling unheard, misunderstood, or emotionally exhausted in their relationships. While these concerns may present as anxiety, stress, burnout, or relationship strain, communication patterns are frequently at the centre of the experience. Communication is not just about what we say.
The way we connected with our caregivers as children shapes how we connect with others today. When the bond between parent and child is disrupted, whether through inconsistency, neglect, or emotional distance, it can leave behind what is known as attachment trauma. These early relational wounds often go unnoticed for