Blending in

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Cinderella struggled with her stepfamily until her life took a turn for the better. Here’s how blended families can survive without the help of a fairy godmother. By Xanet van Vuuren, contributions by Joanna Kleovoulou, Clinical Psychologist from PsychMatters Family...

A life unborn

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Even though a miscarriage is a relatively common occurrence, it is still a very traumatic experience to go through. By Xanet van Vuuren contributions by Joanna Kleovoulou Clinical Psychologist at PsychMatters Family Therapy Centre, Bedfordview When a pregnancy ends...

Raising a Responsible child: Too young to decide?

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Raising a Responsible child: Too young to decide? By Joanna Kleovoulou, Clinical Psychologist and Director of PsychMatters Family Therapy Centre What was meant to be an exciting expedition to the toy store with my four-year-old niece, turned that intended delightful...

Relationship expectations after your baby’s birth

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Compiled by Melanie Hamaty, Clinical Psychologist from PsychMatters Family Therapy Centre, Bedfordview 011 – 450 3576 Following the birth of a baby, what should a couple’s REALISTIC expectations be in terms of their relationship? The birth of a baby brings a lot...

Learning To Let Go

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Get rid of emotional baggage holding you back – say goodbye and move on – we’ll show you how! By Kate Kelly and Sara Mould -contribution by Joanna Kleovoulou Clinical Psychologist at PsychMatters Family Therapy Centre You can’t get over your ex, you wish you’d spent...

Open And Constructive Conversations Between Couples

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KICKER: Every couple has challenges in terms of communication between each other, particularly when there are children, jobs, family and busy lives to juggle.  What are the key essential conversations you should be having with your partner, particularly now that your...