Category: relationships

in Depth psychology, relationships

In today’s sessions, I realized there’s an aspect of the Mother archetype that I haven’t written about enough. The Death Mother archetype and the emotional exile of the eldest child is a theme I encounter quite often in my practice. When a new baby enters the family, the eldest child often feels emotionally rejected. The…

How relationships affects our wellbeing?

Apr 1, 2025

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Sometimes statistics can be a very interesting thing. For example, scientists have tried to find out who is happier – a married man or a single woman? So, what do statistics and research tell us? The pursuit of happiness is a deeply personal journey influenced by various factors, including marital status. Recent studies have explored…

Valentine’s Day Through the Lens of Jungian Analytical Psychology

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in Depth psychology, relationships

As a Jungian analyst and family (couples) psychotherapist, observing the annual celebrations of Valentine’s Day, I want to emphasize that this cultural phenomenon also embodies clear archetypal patterns, such as Syzygy, the divine pair—Anima and Animus. These celebrations serve as a mirror of our collective unconscious, as Valentine’s Day activates the Anima and Animus archetypes in the human psyche—the feminine and…

Observing the Cycle of Narcissistic Abuse in Couples Therapy

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in Depth psychology, relationships, self-care

Subscriber Content From time to time, while working with couples in therapy, I witness the demonstration of the narcissistic abuse cycle, where one partner exerts control over the other. Sometimes, this is done so subtly and masterfully that even I struggle to illuminate the dynamic and make both partners fully aware of what is happening. How Can the Cycle of Narcissistic Abuse Be…

A deeper look at the topic of divorce in therapy and the key questions that should be addressed

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This Article Can Be Helpful for Both Clients and Colleagues A deeper look at the topic of divorce in therapy and the key questions that should be addressed. 1. Emotional Well-being Discuss with the client their emotional state and how they are coping with the divorce process. Encourage open dialogue about their feelings, struggles, and emotional needs. 2. Support System Explore…

The Impact of Relationship Conflicts on Intimacy and Male Sexual Well-being

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There are days when my work brings both deep fulfillment and immense joy, especially when I witness destructive relationship dynamics shift into something positive—when partners rediscover each other and rebuild lost intimacy, including their sexual connection. The only regret, of course, is the years lost to conflict and pain before this change happened. Most often, these are complex cases, where long-term feelings…

“You Have Two Days to Buy Your Own Charger!” Emotional violence in couple relationship.

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Emotional Abuse: “I felt helpless. I tried talking to my husband about how he also needs to take care of our child. I got angry when he refused, saying he needs to plan his time in advance and be notified exactly when and for how long he will have to watch our child. He comes…

The Impact of Pornography on Relationships: What Research Says

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Recently, this topic has been coming up more frequently in therapy sessions, particularly when couples share their relationship struggles. I decided to explore what researchers and studies say about this subject. After all, at first glance, what harm could watching pornography really cause? So many people do it. That’s why today’s topic is pornography consumption and its impact on relationships. The Digital…

Romantic Comedies & Their Psychological Impact on Relationships

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