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Stuart Valentine: Let’s help fathers to go ever farther
Recently I asked my 8 year old son his thoughts on what makes a good dad. “The best daddies are the bald daddies,” was his reply. This was a strong affirmation of his continuing affection for me as his dad, coupled with an encouraging acceptance of my advancing hairline. It was also a reminder that…
Read MoreThis Year May We Retain the Gift of Compassion
With the images we currently see every day on our TV screens, of refugees desperately struggling across oceans and fields to escape the horrors of war, it may be slightly more difficult this year than most for people to find further compassion for those who are homeless this winter. Around 25,000 people are officially classified…
Read MoreChristmas – Festive Joy or Family Conflict?
As the seasons change and winter arrives in the Highlands, the mountains turn white, the gritters are out and the Christmas lights are switched on we know that Christmas is fast approaching. This is a time of high expectation, anticipation and excitement but Christmas often does not match up to our hopes. This is a…
Read MoreWe’re looking for couples to take part in a ground-breaking couple counselling documentary
As a charity we are interested in dispelling myths about relationship counselling and, where appropriate and with permission, telling the real life stories of the couples we support. We are working with Zodiak Media on a new 6 part series following couples going through the process of relationship counselling by filming a course of counselling sessions over…
Read MoreAnnual Review 2015
In the past year, the Relationships Scotland Network provided face-to-face support for over 15,000 people across the country The Relationships Scotland Network offers a unique Scotland-wide family and relationship support service. Our Network of 22 Member Services helps people cope with relationship problems, separation and divorce. We work with individuals, couples, families and children to…
Read MoreTop Tips From Parenting Across Scotland
Just when you thought your relationship was sorted and everything was all hunky dory along come children, and you need to start all over again! Well, maybe not quite but becoming a parent is a complex business – and it’s all about relationships. Keeping the relationship with your partner going, creating a whole new relationship…
Read MoreAnne Urges Caution for Kermit
We at Relationships Scotland do not, as a general rule, comment on celebrity relationships. However, Anne Chilton, our Head of Counselling, felt a duty to advise international actor and singer Kermit the Frog on his romantic well-being. As we’re sure you’re aware, Kermit announced his break-up with Miss Piggy this August. The two had been…
Read MoreValentine’s day. Still the most important day of the year for lovers?
Feb 14th is liked and loathed in equal measure by my coupled and uncoupled friends. It’s either a day to celebrate the joys, or potential joys, of a loving relationship, or yet another reminder that one’s other half is a) non-existent b) not given to gift giving. I confess I’m a fan. Not necessarily of…
Read MoreProstate Cancer UK and Relationships Scotland offer free counselling
A diagnosis of prostate cancer can have a huge impact on relationships. That’s why Prostate Cancer UK is working with Relationships Scotland to offer a confidential counselling service for couples, individuals or family members affected by prostate cancer. This service can help you work through your feelings about prostate cancer and how it has affected…
Read MoreOn Becoming a Mediator
I recently undertook Core Solution’s Flagship ‘Mediation, Negotiation and Conflict Management Skills’ Course. Having been with Relationships Scotland for over 7 years, I had been very keen to explore both counselling and mediation from a practitioners viewpoint. By chance, mediation presented the first opportunity. Here’s what I learned: For many years I have found significant…
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