Why do smart, capable people stay in toxic relationships? The answer is rarely simple. Unhealthy relationship patterns often trace back to early emotional wounds, trauma, and unmet needs. In this blog, Counsellor & Psychotherapist, Shifan Hu-Couble, explores the hidden psychological roots of staying, the grief of leaving, and how survivors can begin to reclaim their lives and rebuild from within.

Feeling like you're not doing enough as a parent? You're not alone. Parental guilt is a common—and often overwhelming—experience. Social media and modern pressures can make you feel like everyone else is parenting perfectly while you’re just getting by. Counsellor & Parenting Coach, Shifan Hu-Couble, unpacks the psychology behind parental guilt and offers practical, compassionate strategies to help you let go of shame, reconnect with joy, and feel more confident in your parenting journey.

Ever found yourself feeling defeated after a small mistake—like missing a yoga session or burning dinner—and then hearing that harsh inner voice that tells you you're not good enough? What if you could turn that critical voice into a supportive ally instead? In this blog, Counsellor & Psychotherapist, Shifan Hu-Couble, shows you how to collaborate with your inner critic, transforming it from a source of stress into a tool for growth and self-compassion. Ready to stop being your own worst enemy? Keep reading to learn how!

Forgiveness is a willingness to let go of resentment, but it's not easy. When we're hurt, shame and anger can consume us. However, forgiveness can bring numerous benefits. Learn how to forgive and move forward with greater emotional freedom.

Give yourself the ultimate gift this year-end: clarity, direction, and a renewed sense of purpose. Discover the Self-Authoring Program, a transformative tool crafted by Dr. Jordan Peterson and colleagues. This comprehensive program will guide you through reflection, introspection, and strategic planning, empowering you to author your ideal future.

Tired of fleeting stress relief? Discover a deeper approach to self-care that goes beyond temporary fixes. Break free from burnout and cultivate lasting well-being with the transformative power of authentic self-care.

Discover the secrets to a restful night's sleep. Sleep is essential for our well-being, boosting immunity, regulating hormones, and healing trauma. Learn about the 4 stages of sleep and 5 simple hacks to improve sleep quality.

If you have some type of addictive behaviours, chances are you are trapped in the dopamine cycle. Learn what is a dopamine detox and how it can benefit you in regaining control over your life with Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Parenting Coach Shifan Hu-Couble.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) is the gold standard for trauma treatment. Find out from Counsellor & Psychotherapist Shifan Hu-Couble what is entailed in an EMDR session and what issues it can be used for.

Do you have challenges being alone? Learn helpful strategies with Counsellor and Psychotherapist Shifan Hu-Couble to counter your feelings of loneliness. Find out how counselling or psychotherapy can help.

Learn how to manage and integrate your shadow of hidden judgement into your conscious mind with counsellor Shifan Hu-Couble

Counsellor & Psychotherapist Shifan Hu-Couble takes you through a step-by-by guide on how to build resilience in the face of adversity.

Are you living your best life? Counsellor & Psychotherapist Shifan Hu-Couble takes you through some practical steps to live an intentional life.

Do you understand the needs of your child? Parenting Coach Shifan Hu-Couble shares how attending to the 4 non-negotiable needs of your child can help improve your parenting.

Do you love the job you have? If not, how can you find a job you love? Psychotherapist, Shifan Hu-Couble takes you through a few exercises to help you identify your dream job to get you started in living your life of passion.

Are you struggling to decide how to choose a psychologist, counsellor, psychotherapist for you? The Counselling Place’s Psychotherapist and Parenting Coach, Ms Shifan Hu-Couble takes you through the decision process of finding the right therapist (be it a psychologist, counsellor, or psychotherapist) for you.