From 6th April 2023, people who are experiencing domestic abuse, rape or sexual assault will be allowed to request the support of an IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocate) or ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Advocate) in Civil Court proceedings . The IDVA or ISVA can provide emotional support, information, practical support Read more…
Letting your ‘soon to be ex’ know that you want to separate is daunting at the best of times, but when you need to tell a partner who is controlling/abusive, it can be very scary. However, you don’t really have an option if you want to move on – they Read more…
I felt a bit lost, very hurt from the domestic violence I had experienced from my ex partner and I just couldn’t shake off the feeling of disrespect from the abuse. It was making me quite ill and sad. I was a single parent to 2 children who were 4 Read more…
Muddy Stilettos is the UK’s biggest online lifestyle platform for women outside of London. This platform helps women make the most of their time and thousands of women rely on recommendations and features from Muddy to help them manage their busy lifestyles. Categories in their regular feature columns include ‘things Read more…
I have been helping a lovely student from https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/ and a panel of domestic abuse experts recently. We have been looking and discussing the current gaps in competency frameworks for psychologists who work with victims of domestic abuse. It blows my mind that there is currently NO framework for psychologists Read more…
I will be speaking and hosting a workshop at this full-day women’s event on 8th Feb in Surrey so come along and meet me in person! Know Your Truth. Know Your Choices. Join us for a day of empowerment and sisterhood some of the leading female divorce professionals in the Read more…
I was invited to join host Matt Wilson on his ‘Superhero Finder’ podcast recently. It was a blast! We spoke about relationships, warning signs, how to support friends in abusive relationships and lots more. You can listen here and also check out his other episodes as he has some really Read more…
My latest podcast interview with the Family Law team at https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/ is now up on Spotify and You Tube. It isn’t easy dealing with a controlling ex but this is exactly where coaching can help you. A few techniques to help you cope better, knowing how to manage your ex’s Read more…
Images of happy holidays and fun, family times in the media can reinforce that sense of loneliness you might feel in the lead up to Christmas. I understand the heart ache that comes with not being able to see your children at special times of the year, I’ve been in Read more…
From the 1st November GP practices in England if you have an online account (such as through the NHS App) will be able to read new entries, including free text, in your health records. This applies to patients whose practices use the TPP and EMIS systems. The aim is to allow Read more…