Simon TidyAug 20, 20232 min readDrug reform in the ACT represents a new challenges for addiction counselling in AustraliaIn little over two month's time, possession and use of small amounts of the most commonly used illicit drugs will be decriminalised in...
Simon TidyMay 25, 20237 min readLove and other drugsAll healthy relationships require paying attention to each other’s thoughts and feelings and maintaining empathy and consideration for...
Simon TidyFeb 10, 20233 min readWhy pornography is harmfulLike any type of addictive behaviour, be it using alcohol, drugs use or gambling, the habitual use of pornography can cause significant...
Simon TidySep 23, 20222 min readJournaling for mental healthIt is also a great way of focusing on your thoughts and feelings and developing Sometimes putting pen to paper can make us aware of what...
Simon TidyJan 8, 20223 min readNew year, new youWelcome to 2022, if you’re like me I’ve started the new year full of plans and good intentions, go to the gym, get fit, lose some weight,...
Simon TidyNov 7, 20212 min readWhat is intimacy?As a couples/relationship therapist, intimacy is a word I hear a lot, So what does intimacy actually mean and what if anything does it...
Simon TidyNov 2, 20213 min readWhy you shouldn’t check your partner’s phoneYou are worried your partner is cheating on you. You notice that they are spending less time with you when they used to read and respond...
Simon TidyJun 17, 20212 min readLets talk about sexAs a couples therapist I always find at one time or another the topic of sex comes up with my clients. Sex gets attention because it’s...
Simon TidyJun 5, 20211 min readDoes relationship counselling work?Relationship counselling, marriage counselling, couples counselling, call it what you will it all comes down to this, my partner and I...
Simon TidyMay 8, 20212 min readDo I need to see a counsellor? It’s something I hear a lot. I don’t know why I’m here, I’ve never been to a counsellor before. How does counselling work? Is there...