Reflections on the first two weeks News

Reflections on the first two weeks

The first two weeks can often be the hardest; getting used to a massive change…

Adele Ballantyne22nd May 2020

Calling ‘time out’ News

Calling ‘time out’

One thing is certain, from a relationship perspective - unless there is coercive control, we…

Adele Ballantyne24th March 2020

The role of friends – helpful and unhelpful? News

The role of friends – helpful and unhelpful?

During separation and divorce it is extremely important to have support from friends. However, there…

Adele Ballantyne15th February 2020

Telling the children News

Telling the children

Separation and divorce is a difficult time for all those involved. There are so many…

Adele Ballantyne17th December 2019

Managing difficult conversations News

Managing difficult conversations

Once you have made the decision to leave, you may not understand that your partner…

Adele Ballantyne17th November 2019

Making hasty decisions News

Making hasty decisions

It can be really easy to make a hasty decision, especially during an argument. When…

Adele Ballantyne17th September 2019

Strategies to try before taking the step to move out News

Strategies to try before taking the step to move out

When relationships go wrong and arguments occur it can be worrying for both parents, especially…

Adele Ballantyne24th July 2019

The first chat about separation News

The first chat about separation

This is a life-changing moment; give it, and more importantly your partner, the time and…

Adele Ballantyne18th July 2019

Tips for coping with the aftermath of a bombshell News

Tips for coping with the aftermath of a bombshell

The first few days of coping with the aftermath of a bombshell are challenging and…

Adele Ballantyne10th July 2019

“We seem to be closer than ever but he’s still leaving. I’m so confused”. News

“We seem to be closer than ever but he’s still leaving. I’m so confused”.

A mum once said to me; "So he dropped this bombshell two weeks ago, he's…

Adele Ballantyne5th June 2019