Medical articles of Relationship counselling

05/11/2024
Written by Top Doctors
What is considered a toxic relationship?
In one of our latest medical articles here, leading chartered counselling psychologist, Miss Kiki Iordanidou, discusses the most common features of toxic relationships.
08/10/2024
Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies
Psychologist
Building a happy and healthy relationship (Part 2)
Creating a happy and healthy relationship is an ongoing journey that requires mutual respect, emotional openness, and intentional effort. Here, Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies, specialist clinical psychologist and expert relationship coach, explains essential practices like accepting feedback, expressing appreciation, and nurturing emotional bonds to ensure a fulfilling partnership.
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08/10/2024
Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies
Psychologist
Building a happy and healthy relationship (Part 1)
Relationships form the backbone of human connection, influencing our mental and emotional wellbeing. Here, Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies, specialist clinical psychologist and expert relationship coach, explains how people can cultivate the qualities they desire in a partner, the importance of difficult conversations, and strategies for effective communication.
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22/04/2024
Dr Catherine Sykes
Psychologist
How can lawyers navigate personal relationships?
It cannot be denied that a career in law is challenging. Unfortunately, the demands faced by lawyers do not only apply to their work life, but can also extend to their personal lives, impacting their personal relationships. Revered chartered psychologist Dr Catherine Sykes examines how lawyers can maintain both their careers and personal relationships.
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15/11/2023
Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw
Psychologist
Committed relationships: the key to a happy life
Committed, close, happy relationships are proven to have a positive impact on longevity, well-being, productivity and immune function. These relationships are beneficial and make life worth living. The big question is, how do we become a part of a happy and committed romantic relationship? This is a complex question, however, fortunately, psychologists have been researching this topic for many years. Highly experienced and trusted consultant clinical psychologist Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw explains the benefits and ingredients of committed relationships.
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10/11/2023
Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw
Psychologist
How to navigate new relationships
Sometimes, the complexities of the development of new relationships may be frightening or confusing to tackle, causing difficulties. Here, Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw, renowned consultant clinical psychologist, speaks to Top Doctors all about the different reactions to new relationships and the positive benefits of therapeutic relationships.
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12/10/2023
Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw
Psychologist
How improving your self-esteem can lead to healthier relationships
Healthy relationships and healthy self-esteem go together. However, it’s easier said than done, and how can we improve this essential part of the human psyche? Leading consultant clinical psychologist Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw can help. She has provided a helpful guide all about self-esteem, considering the cycle that maintains low self-esteem and also includes a helpful quiz we can take to get an indication of our self-esteem levels.
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25/08/2023
Dr Sunil Raheja
Psychiatrist
Asserting boundaries and addressing underlying issues in relationships
Imbalances of giving and taking or boundary issues can cause strain within relationships. In this article, respected consultant psychiatrist Dr Sunil Raheja provides expert guidance on identifying and addressing these concerns. He also offers insights into effective conflict resolution and specialist advice on evaluating whether to continue challenging relationships.
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09/08/2023
Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw
Psychologist
What makes a committed relationship work?
Here, distinguished and well-respected consultant clinical psychologist, Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw, provides us with expert advice on the importance of conflict, friendship, and shared meaning in romantic relationships.
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18/07/2023
Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw
Psychologist
Asymmetrically committed relationships: A patient case study
Renowned consultant clinical psychologist Dr Kerry Ashton-Shaw explains asymmetrically committed relationships, or one-sided relationships, using a case study of a previous patient.
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