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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
April 9, 2021
These natural, feel-good chemicals trick you to focus on your partner’s good traits, and avoid awareness of their less desirable traits
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 14, 2021
The good news is that gridlocked perpetual problems do not need to be a blight on your relationship, and in fact by addressing these issues you could make your marriage stronger
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
November 4, 2020
Each partner typically brings more 'baggage' to a second marriage than they did their first, and this, in turn, causes a lot more stress and frustration
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
September 22, 2020
Long before a marriage shows signs of deep trouble, there are usually little behaviours and feelings which can signal problems in the relationship
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
July 6, 2020
If you follow these eight tips, you might be able to start the healing process sooner
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
June 10, 2020
Some clients find it hard to make decisions or think clearly because negativity has flooded their mind
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
May 8, 2020
I often see couples in my therapy room where one partner is complaining that their partner puts everyone and everything before them
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
March 31, 2020
Spending more time than usual with your spouse – when your marriage is already struggling - exposes the cracks
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
March 5, 2020
We need to ask our partner which ‘expressions of love’ they are receptive to. And then you need to tailor your ‘expressions of love’ to suit your partner
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 5, 2020
Marriage can be great, but at times it can also be hard. For ALL couples
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
November 5, 2019
What are the common ingredients in a successful relationship? Here are the traits I’ve often witnessed in relationships which flourish
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
October 13, 2019
Most of us aren’t born with great communication skills
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
September 7, 2019
...how to deal with their interfering, though often well-meaning, in-laws.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
August 12, 2019
No matter how well you and your partner get on, there will be times when you disagree
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
July 1, 2019
'Bridge building' is, simply, reaching out to your partner to connect emotionally
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
June 5, 2019
Jealousy in a relationship often arises because one partner feels insecure
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
May 1, 2019
Every couple argues. We all get tired and angry from time to time
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
April 1, 2019
Step-parenting is hard. Really hard. You want to support your partner by helping out with the parenting, but
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
March 1, 2019
What makes a successful partnership? Sure, you need love, passion, chemistry, mutual respect and a genuine commitment...
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 8, 2019
The dating scene is hard out there. Unless you are very lucky, you have to meet a lot of new people before you meet 'the one'.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 11, 2018
Most people experience the pain of a broken heart after the break-up of a relationship, especially if they are the one who is given the bad news
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
December 11, 2017
It is not uncommon to come across the dilemma of one partner’s passive aggressiveness and the challenge that presents to the relationship.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
December 7, 2017
Everyone has their own stresses at Christmas time
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October 10, 2017
Liz Paul, family & couples therapist, chats with Ben Fordham from Radio 2GB’s ratings-topping program Sydney Live about parents who unintentionally favour one child over another...
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
August 22, 2017
We love our kids and want the best for them. And we know it is our job as parents is to love, nurture and protect them.
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May 20, 2017
Liz Paul, family & couples therapist, chats with Jono and Melissa from radio 2UE’s program ‘Talking Relationships’ about what it's like to be dumped after a love affair you thought was forever...
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
May 4, 2017
I like to talk to my couples about their emotional bank account. It’s a way of explaining how happiness ebbs and flows in a relationship.
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March 17, 2017
Liz Paul, family & couples therapist, chats with Jono and Melissa from radio 2UE’s program ‘Talking Relationships’ about tactics for making online dating work.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
March 10, 2017
Lisa (not her real name) sought therapy after a string of unsatisfactory relationships with men she had met at various functions.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 23, 2017
Are you exhausted from trying to find the ‘right’ partner on dating websites and apps? You are not alone.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 13, 2017
When you are in a relationship, it’s normal for each other’s feelings to be hurt occasionally
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
January 17, 2017
After years of fighting, neglect and disagreements, you and your partner finally agree on one thing: the best decision is for the two of you to no longer be a couple
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
December 8, 2016
Jane (not her real name) was reasonably happily married and enjoying a successful career. Unfortunately, all the working-late nights ended up with her having an affair with the big boss (also married). He was exciting and intoxicating… he was her ‘soul mate’. She couldn’t believe that she had found ‘the one’. He was perfect for ... READ MORE
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November 23, 2016
Liz Paul, family & couples therapist, chats with David and Melissa from radio 2UE’s program ‘Talking Relationships’ about the challenges of raising adolescents after a divorce.
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November 2, 2016
Liz Paul, family & couples therapist, chats with David and Melissa from radio 2UE’s program ‘Talking Relationships’ about tips for co-parenting after a divorce.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
August 16, 2016
Never underestimate how confusing a parent’s decision to divorce is for young children. They frequently blame themselves as they try hard to work out a reason for the separation. This is why both parents have to give them a clear, non-blaming explanation. This can be particularly hard as it is more than likely one if ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 14, 2016
If your partner has an affair you will no doubt feel betrayed. You will feel hurt. And confused. And you will torture yourself thinking about how someone you love had secret moments with someone else. And how they lied to you so easily so they could conceal their affair. You may even blame yourself for ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
August 31, 2015
Whether you are looking to reconnect with your partner, or to strengthen what you already have, here are four tips to help you create a more intimate relationship: Be physically affectionate during the day. This may include sex, or it may just be holding hands or hugging. Being physically affectionate not only feels good but ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
May 28, 2015
Your child is starting to become less dependent on you to meet all of his/her needs. Sometimes this comes as a great relief and yet at the same time letting go can be so hard… it can be a time of great anxiety for both you and your child. Your child is about to discover ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
May 27, 2015
We all want the best for our children. And that includes them having healthy friendships with other kids. But what is ‘normal’ when it comes to our kids and friendships? Here are the key points I discussed in a recent presentation I gave to parents regarding kids & friendship.
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
May 4, 2015
Robert (not his real name) sought therapy because he wasn’t coping at work where he was a middle manager. He felt undermined and under-appreciated by his boss, and Robert’s natural anxiety tendencies made matters worse. Robert looked like he was close to a breakdown. On closer examination it became apparent that Robert’s problems stemmed directly ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
April 14, 2015
Jenny (not her real name) is an all-too-common sufferer of anorexia nervosa. Although smart and social, Jenny is weighed down by what she calls her ‘passenger’ – that is, her illness. It’s an insidious condition which overwhelms her personality, her natural happiness and her ambition – it has literally ruined the past two years of ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
March 9, 2015
Falling in love is a wonderful thing and when we finally find ‘the one’ and make the decision to commit we believe it will last forever. However, inevitably, every couple will experience relationship difficulties, most of which we will be able to deal with and move on. Sometimes though these challenges are just too much ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
February 17, 2015
When Billy (not his real name) and his parents came to see me, the young boy came presented as likeable, energetic and respectful. But his parents told a different story. They said, at home, Billy was argumentative, prone to tantrums and fought tooth & nail with his older sister (who was, according to the parents, ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
January 28, 2015
Learn your triggers – what is it that sets off your anxiety? It might be something like certain memories, or specific people or types of people. Or it might be certain situations at work or school. Every time you feel anxious, make a note in your diary identifying what the triggers were for each episode. ... READ MORE
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By Liz Paul, Psychotherapist & Counsellor
January 7, 2015
Couples go through rough patches, as we all know. But what happens when the relationship has eroded so much that you no longer know the other person. I’m talking about where intimacy and meaningful discussions have been almost non-existent for years, and where you no longer have common interests or friends, and as a result ... READ MORE