Breaking the Cycle of Conflict in Relationships with Dr Tim van Wanrooij

Dr. Tim van Wanrooij is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist based in Dublin. He specializes in working with individuals and couples, helping them navigate their emotions and relationships. Dr. Tim has a deep understanding of the complexities of human emotions and the impact they have on our relationships and overall well-being. In this episode, James and Dr. Tim van Wanrooij delve into the complexities of relationships and emotions. They emphasize the significance of understanding the deeper issues that underlie conflicts between couples, rather than focusing solely on practical matters. The conversation explores why couples often find themselves trapped in repetitive arguments and how emotion-focused therapy can help individuals identify and express their underlying emotions. They also discuss effective strategies for navigating difficult conversations and uncovering the root causes of pain. Dr. Tim highlights the use of Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for both couples and individuals. The episode concludes with insights on breaking the cycle of conflict in relationships and managing relationships where one partner pursues while the other withdraws. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Tim emphasizes the importance of taking emotional risks, being vulnerable, and individualizing couples to foster successful conversations. Follow Dr Tim van Wanrooij INSTAGRAM : ttps:// WEBSITE : FACEBOOK : ⁠ YOUTUBE: If you would like to share your story and help inspire others or have a perspective on Mental Health, please contact me for our conversation. Follow The Show: INSTAGRAM : FACEBOOK : Your Mental Health information line - Ireland Mental Health Ireland: 01 284 1166 Pieta House: 1800 247 247 Suicide or Survive (SOS): 01 272 2158 Aware: 1800 80 48 48 Samaritans: 116 123 LGBT Ireland: 1800 929 539

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Breaking the Cycle of Conflict in Relationships with Dr Tim van Wanrooij is an episode from Don’t be afraid to Talk - The Podcast with James Lumumba by James Lumumba.

This episode is 01:11:22 long.

This episode was published on Nov 5, 2023.

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