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The Impact of Breaks in Therapy & Attachment Styles

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The Ethics of Love in Therapy: Erotic Transference and Countertransference

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Love can be a great healer in counselling and psychotherapy, but when refused or abused it can be equally harmful. So how can therapists navigate erotic transference and countertransference ethically,…

Eating Disorder Myths & Misconceptions Therapists Need to Know

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What Counsellors Need to Know About Dissociation

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What is dissociation? Why does dissociation happen? How can we help our clients who dissociate? This article looks at dissociation and its relationship to trauma.