Amanda Robins

May 8, 2019

Recovery from Childhood Trauma

Amanda Robins

May 8, 2019

People who have grown up in an emotionally abusive family live with the deep wounds and scars of chronic trauma. Trauma counselling can help unpick and heal the complex legacy of narcissistic parents.

Amanda Robins

April 25, 2019

Identity, Emotional Abuse, Trauma

What is Complex Trauma?

Amanda Robins

April 25, 2019

Identity, Emotional Abuse, Trauma

Where is Complex Trauma and where does it come from? In this post I provide some answers and outline how trauma counselling can help you come to terms with your past. To discuss how psychotherapy can help you recover from childhood trauma, call me for a free phone consultation on 0411749577

Amanda Robins

April 23, 2019

Narcissism

What is Narcissistic Abuse?

Amanda Robins

April 23, 2019

Narcissism

What is narcissistic abuse and what can we do about it? If you are struggling in an abusive relationship or recovering from one, Call now for a free phone consultation. 0411749577

Amanda Robins

April 19, 2019

Narcissism

Surviving a Narcissistic Family

Amanda Robins

April 19, 2019

Narcissism

Growing up with narcissists can damage your sense of self. Even coming to the understanding that you experienced abuse is challenging. That is where psychotherapy can offer hope. Call now for a free phone consultation 0411749577

Amanda Robins

April 17, 2019

NPD, Relationships, Narcissism

Complex Trauma and Relationships

Amanda Robins

April 17, 2019

NPD, Relationships, Narcissism

Growing up in a narcissistic family is hard, but what are the implications for us as adults, trying to relate to each other and find authentic connections? For a free consultation call now 0411749577

Amanda Robins

April 9, 2019

Trauma, Emotional Abuse, Therapy

What is Emotional Abuse?

Amanda Robins

April 9, 2019

Trauma, Emotional Abuse, Therapy

We are all familiar with the extremes of child abuse that hit the tabloid headlines, but what about the more subtle and common forms of invalidation and emotional abuse which cause harm to children?

Amanda Robins

April 5, 2019

Psychotherapy, Therapy

Beyond the Quick Fix

Amanda Robins

April 5, 2019

Psychotherapy, Therapy

Why psychotherapy is more relevant now than ever.

Amanda Robins

March 26, 2019

Peri-natal Anxiety

Amanda Robins

March 26, 2019

A new baby can be overwhelming for even the most well-prepared mum. Keeping on top of your mental health and well-being is vital. Here are some tips for new parents struggling with anxiety.

Amanda Robins

March 24, 2019

Narcissism

Recovering From a Relationship With a Narcissist

Amanda Robins

March 24, 2019

Narcissism

Recovering From a Relationship With a Narcissist

Coming into the orbit of someone who is narcissistic can be exciting, confronting and dangerous. How can we recognise what is happening and why we are seduced?

For your free phone consultation, call now on 0411749577

Amanda Robins

March 20, 2019

Trauma, Emotional Abuse, Narcissism

The Hidden Costs of Childhood Trauma

Amanda Robins

March 20, 2019

Trauma, Emotional Abuse, Narcissism

Emotional abuse in childhood is far more common than we would like to think. But why is trauma from childhood so hard to recognise? To start your recovery journey, call now on 0411749577

Amanda Robins

March 19, 2019

Bullying, parenting

Sticks and Stones

Amanda Robins

March 19, 2019

Bullying, parenting

Bullying is not just sticks and stones anymore.

How to help your child when school has become a nightmare.

Amanda Robins

March 12, 2019

What I Learnt From Leaving Neverland

Amanda Robins

March 12, 2019

What can Leaving Neverland teach us about child sexual abuse?

Amanda Robins

March 7, 2019

Therapy, Psychotherapy

What Your Doctor Won't Tell you About Mental Health Treatment

Amanda Robins

March 7, 2019

Therapy, Psychotherapy

What Your Doctor Won't Tell you About Mental Health Treatment

Good mental health depends on many factors, and good mental health treatment is not just about symptom relief.

Amanda Robins

March 1, 2019

Anxiety, Perfectionism

Free Yourself from Perfectionism

Amanda Robins

March 1, 2019

Anxiety, Perfectionism

Are you struggling with perfectionism? 10 steps to getting off the treadmill.

Amanda Robins

February 28, 2019

early parenting

Self-Care For New Mums

Amanda Robins

February 28, 2019

early parenting

A new baby can bring lots of challenges. Looking after yourself at this time is just as important as looking after your little one. Here are some tips for good self-care.

Amanda Robins

February 17, 2019

Trauma

What is an Emotional Flashback?

Amanda Robins

February 17, 2019

Trauma

For people with Complex Trauma emotional flashbacks can make everyday life a minefield. I explain what these distressing experiences are and how to stop them controlling your life.

Amanda Robins

January 16, 2019

Trauma

7 SIGNS OF CHILDHOOD TRAUMA You May Not Know About

Amanda Robins

January 16, 2019

Trauma

Most people who experience early trauma don’t realise it. Here are some signs of Complex PTSD that you might not know about.

Amanda Robins

January 2, 2019

Depression, Trauma

Shifting Depression

Amanda Robins

January 2, 2019

Depression, Trauma

Self psychology can help you find a way out of your prison.

Amanda Robins

December 31, 2018

BPD, parenting

BPD Signs and Symptoms

Amanda Robins

December 31, 2018

BPD, parenting

Do you or someone you love have BPD? Here is what to look out for.

Amanda Robins

December 26, 2018

BPD, parenting

Borderline Rage

Amanda Robins

December 26, 2018

BPD, parenting

One minute you are having a friendly chat - the next you are the unwitting target of intense anger - what the hell is going on?

Recovery from Childhood Trauma

What is Complex Trauma?

What is Narcissistic Abuse?

Surviving a Narcissistic Family

Complex Trauma and Relationships

What is Emotional Abuse?

Beyond the Quick Fix

Peri-natal Anxiety

Recovering From a Relationship With a Narcissist

The Hidden Costs of Childhood Trauma

Sticks and Stones

What I Learnt From Leaving Neverland

What Your Doctor Won't Tell you About Mental Health Treatment

Free Yourself from Perfectionism

Self-Care For New Mums

What is an Emotional Flashback?

7 SIGNS OF CHILDHOOD TRAUMA You May Not Know About

Shifting Depression

BPD Signs and Symptoms

Borderline Rage

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