Why do couples keep having the same arguments about money, parenting, chores or everyday decisions? Often, what you are fighting about on the surface is only part of the story. Discover what recurring relationship conflicts may really mean — and how understanding the needs underneath them can help couples communicate differently with Clinical & Organizational Psychologist, Stacey Lee Henderson.

Why do some men stop trying in dating or relationships? It is often assumed to be anger, entitlement, or a loss of interest. Yet for many men, emotional withdrawal develops more quietly through repeated rejection, diminished confidence, and the growing sense that effort no longer leads to connection. Sex Therapist and Relationship Counsellor Dr Martha Tara Lee explains how understanding these different pathways helps distinguish healthy self-protection from emotional avoidance, controlling behaviour, and patterns of disengagement that can ultimately harm relationships.

Conflict is inevitable in any relationship—but how you handle it can strengthen or weaken your bond. In this post, Sex Therapist & Relationship Counsellor, Dr Martha Tara Lee, explores 10 transformative strategies to help couples communicate with empathy, avoid escalating fights, and deepen their connection even through disagreement.

The silent treatment can be a relationship's ticking time bomb, hiding deeper issues like resentment, anger, and unresolved conflicts. But what drives this toxic behavior? And how can you break free from its suffocating grip?

Are you feeling distanced and disconnected with the conflicts you are having with your partner? What can we do to move from conflict to connection? Can Counselling help?

Do you often find yourself in an impasse during your conflict as a couple? Likely one or both of your vulnerability is being triggered. Read on to learn how to get out of this vicious escalating cycle.

Learn how culture can impact how we understand and approach conflict with counsellor, career coach and parenting coach Paula Brunning.