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Leigh Milne
PSYCHOLOGY | TRAUMA | CLINICAL HYPNOTHERAPY | COUPLES THERAPY
The Dance of the Minimiser and Maximiser in Relationships: Couples Therapy Dunsborough Vasse Bunbury
Understanding the Relationship Pattern That Keeps Many Couples Stuck — and the Transformative Potential of the Space Between By Leigh Milne | Registered Psychologist, Couples Therapist & Quantum Couple Coach Understanding the Relationship Pattern That Keeps Many Couples Stuck. Beyond communication. Beyond blame. Discovering what becomes possible in the space between. Have you ever felt as though you are constantly reaching for your partner, only to find them pulling further a
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May 319 min read
How Anxiety and Trauma Can Affect Relationships
Understanding Attachment, Nervous System Responses, Emotional Safety and the Space Between By Leigh Milne | Registered Psychologist, Couples Therapist & Quantum Couple Coach Beyond communication. Beyond blame. Discovering what becomes possible in the space between. Anxiety and trauma are often thought of as individual experiences. Yet their effects can extend far beyond the individual, influencing how we connect, communicate, trust and experience emotional intimacy with our p
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May 3113 min read
Parts, Attachment, and Why We React in Relationships
Understanding the Trauma-Informed Patterns That Shape Connection - and the Space Between By Leigh Milne, Psychologist & Couples Therapist & Quantum Couple Coach Beyond communication. Beyond blame. Discovering what becomes possible in the space between. Beyond communication. Beyond blame. Discovering what becomes possible in the space between. Have you ever noticed that during conflict with your partner, you react in ways that don't fully reflect who you are at your best? Perh
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May 3113 min read
Understanding Consent, Safety, and Touch in Couples Relationships
Why Permission Matters More Than Many Couples Realise - and How It Shapes the Space Between. By Leigh Milne Psychologist & Couples Therapist & Quantum Couple Coach Beyond communication. Beyond blame. Discovering what becomes possible in the space between. Physical touch is one of the ways many couples express affection, comfort, desire and connection. A gentle embrace, holding hands, a reassuring touch or physical closeness can communicate warmth and emotional availability wi
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May 3112 min read
💛 Friendship as Medicine: The Importance of Human Connection for Wellbeing and Suicide Prevention
Quantum Couple & Wellness Blog By Leigh Milne, Registered Psychologist, Couples Therapist, Trauma Therapist & Psychosomatic Therapist In support of the Collie Suicide Prevention Network (SPN) As we reflect on the importance of friendship and social connection, it is worth recognising a powerful truth supported by both research and lived experience: meaningful human connection plays an important role in emotional wellbeing and can act as a protective factor against loneliness,
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Aug 4, 20253 min read
🎙️ Understanding Embodied Processing: A Conversation with Ryan Hassan
An Interview with Ryan Hassan, Co-founder of The Centre for Healing Quantum Couple & Wellness Blog By Leigh Milne, Registered Psychologist, Couples Therapist, Trauma Therapist & Psychosomatic Therapist As part of the Quantum Couple & Wellness Podcast, I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Ryan Hassan, co-founder of The Centre for Healing, about his work in Embodied Processing (EP) and the growing interest in body-based approaches to emotional wellbeing and trauma recov
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May 25, 20254 min read
Setting Boundaries Without Guilt: Building Healthier Relationships and Supporting Wellbeing
Quantum Couple & Wellness Blog By Leigh Milne, Registered Psychologist, Couples Therapist, Trauma Therapist & Psychosomatic Therapist Welcome to the Quantum Couple & Wellness Blog, where we explore evidence-informed and integrative approaches to psychological wellbeing, relationships, emotional health, and mind–body awareness. One of the most common themes that arises in therapy is difficulty setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. Many people find themselves saying "yes"
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May 4, 20254 min read
Understanding Narcissistic Relationship Patterns and Rebuilding Healthy Connections
Quantum Couple & Wellness Blog By Leigh Milne, Registered Psychologist, Couples Therapist, Trauma Therapist & Psychosomatic Therapist Welcome to the Quantum Couple & Wellness Blog, where we explore evidence-informed and integrative approaches to psychological wellbeing, relationships, emotional health, and mind–body awareness. Relationship difficulties can have a significant impact on emotional wellbeing, self-esteem, trust, and mental health. For some individuals, relationsh
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Apr 20, 20253 min read
Understanding Resource Therapy: A Parts-Based Approach to Self-Awareness and Psychological Change
Quantum Couple & Wellness Blog By Leigh Milne, Registered Psychologist, Couples Therapist, Trauma Therapist & Psychosomatic Therapist As part of the Quantum Couple & Wellness Podcast, I recently had the opportunity to speak with Philipa Thornton and Chris Paulin, internationally recognised trainers and practitioners in Resource Therapy (RT). Our conversation explored the principles of Resource Therapy, how it conceptualises different aspects of human experience, and why parts
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Mar 19, 20253 min read
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