by Martina Magnery | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Repetition compulsion is a phenomenon that happens when there is an unconscious need to re-enact old traumas. This may happen for someone that repeatedly experiences sexual assaults or endures relationships that may harm them emotionally or physically. If we...
by Martina Magnery | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Adult survivors of sexual abuse experience a range of symptoms that include dissociation, panic attacks, poor self-esteem, boundary issues and suicidal ideation. Core beliefs of shame and powerlessness are the most common for those who have experienced sexual abuse...
by Martina Magnery | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Addictions such as gambling, drug-taking, drinking, shopping or sex can cause us and our family significant harm. Even the act of self-harm can be described as an addiction. We may have bouts of abstinence or try to control our urges for a while but find ourselves...
by Martina Magnery | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Marital distress is hitting the roof in Australia as we see an increase in cabin fever caused by the Coronavirus. Many couples and families are experiencing sudden instability due to financial pressure, anxiety and social restrictions that the COVID 19 has produced,...
by Martina Magnery | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Unfortunately most couples wanting a divorce do so without seeking couple counselling and miss the opportunity of learning to communicate better and getting the psycho-education they need for the relationship to survive. There are many reasons couples have for wanting...
by Martina Magnery | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Three Main Reason for Marriage Counselling in Newcastle There are three top reasons I see for couples seeking marriage counselling. Here they are: 1. Conflict When couples come in for marriage counselling a large percentage of them have problems resolving conflict....
