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Kink Series: Lesson #3 – Exhibitionism
Happy new week! let's jump straight unto this week's topic: Exhibitionism! A cousin of last week's topic (Voyeurism if you haven't checked the blog out already). What is Exhibitionism? Here is a simple definition, however this one is not a bad one from...
Kink Series: Lesson #2 – Voyeurism
Welcome back to another week of healthy discussion on various kinks as these come up in my practice (and yes! Please feel free to request specific topics anytime). This week, we are talking about Voyeurism. As most of you will work out from the name, it involves...
Kink Series: Lesson #1 – Cockolding
Happy Monday everyone! Considering how common kink comes up in my conversations, I've decided I will run a series of blogs on various kink/fetishes/play that may be of interest to you and/or your partner. Today, we will talk about something that isn’t often discussed...
Building women’s resilience post trauma; The Shark cage model. Let’s make our cages strong together 🙂
This month, I've published a few articles for women, particularly for women with a history of abuse and/or trauma. Today's article is an important one following up these blogs, but before you read any further, I'd like to invite you to read them first as they will put...
Socialised sexual compliance… Is that really a thing and who’s responsibility is it to address?
A few days ago, I published an important article on women's self-worth in a sexualised era. If you haven't read it, I suggest you do before reading this today by clicking here. In that article, I discussed the case of Sheridan, a bright woman who found herself in a...
Self-worth, Self-love, and Self-advocacy for women in 2021. Harder than it looks…
*** Trigger warning. This is an emotional piece which I wont apologise for. If this can help any girls and women out there, I'll write 1000 more like this. Also, please note that it is NOT my intention to men bash or assume that all men behave this way. In actual...
Online dating? An organic experience or a modern form of the Hunger Games?
Well, what's an academic to do when exploring the world of single life? I've surrounded myself with a couple of amazing professional singles who have kindly agreed to share their experiences in the world of online dating, after I dipped a toe in the waters and ran out...
Introducing Naomi!
At times, I get requests to see individuals and couples outside my usual hours (Friday 530-930, Saturday 730am-830pm, Sunday 730 -3pm) which I can't assist with due to my other work commitments (I have multiple other roles outside Beenleigh Couple Therapy - There's...
How To Spot Fake People (And Ways To Deal With Them)
In my latest article in Life Hack, I talked about relationships and how important it is to ensure that you surround yourself with positive ones, equal ones, and ones that enrich you rather than bring you down. Here is a copy of the article. They say we are the average...
Deciding to stay married or separate? Discernment Counselling might be for you!
As a couple therapist, I'd like to say that all my couples stay together and live happily ever after. However, the truth is couple therapists should not be the heroes of all marriages, nor should they become the advocates for all divorces. The reality is, whether...
How do I prepare for my counselling appointment?
Congratulations on your first big step!!! This definitely is an important moment, and for some people, it comes with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty. It might be helpful to get an idea of what to expect to prepare for your counselling appointment, especially if...
Ten signs your marriage may be over…
This article was originally published in Life Hack in March 2021. Head over there for the live version 🙂 *** Two years ago, I left my husband. I woke up one day and decided that I’d had enough of the aggression, the constant arguing, and the merry-go-around of...
Why do I feel lonely in my relationship?
Original article published by Dr Stephanie Azri in Life Hack in February 2021. To read live click here. For many people, being into a stable relationship implies that they’ll benefit from companionship through the rest of their lives. From bouncing ideas with a...
How to avoid a bad one night stand?
This is an interesting question I am asked as a sexologist. One that people might ask themselves, but not quite want to voice outloud. What are one night stands? Generally, it involves casual sex with someone we don't plan on seeing again, or not in a romantic...
Improving communication with your partner…
Communication in relationships is probably the most vital skill to understand and master; one that I will drum into you through every section of this relationship guide. Without good communication, it is easy to misunderstand your partner and for things to unravel...
Bracing for Covid-19 in 2021 – Hint, let’s not panic 😀
As we are about to start a new year, the talk about COVID-19 continues to buzz around us. I'm sure, like me, you're a little sick of listening to the gloomy news, the media hype, and the ongoing ever changing rules and restrictions. As much as we might not like it,...
Is date night still a thing?
Have you ever thought that you and your significant other were stuck in a cycle, perhaps places to go on date nights had become all too familiar and/or your nights together had become predictable? Well, in my book, The REAL Guide to Life as a Couple, I give you easy...
Goals – Turning challenges into OPPORTUNITIES NOT EXCUSES!!!
I have spent my whole career setting goals for myself and watch how following through made good things happen for me. Now, I want to help you do the same. As a therapist, life coach, and clinical supervisor, I will not let you turn your challenges into excuses....
Voted Top THREE Couple Therapist in Logan!!
* Beenleigh Couple Therapy came 2nd in the top three in Logan * Thank you for voting for me and for all the support in 2020! I am so excited and proud to be working with so many awesome people; Women, couples, and families. We have achieved a lot in this year despite...
Erectile dysfunction; A couple issue?
What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)? To put simply, ED can be defined as the difficulty in, or the inability, to attain and/or maintain an erection for sexual activity, whether that be with an intimate partner or for self-pleasure. This may be very distressful for not...
