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Christopher Swane

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Gerard - Coach, Counsellor, Therapist

Gerard - Coach, Counsellor, Therapist

Chris has an open communication counselling style, friendly and professional. He quickly made me feel at ease and prepared to discuss openly and honestly the issues that came up in our sessions. He checked in with me when issues were potentially emotionally challenging and made me feel safe in our counselling relationship. He is quite intuitive and has introduced a range of counselling/therapy during our sessions. Including cognitive behavioural, relationship and psycho dynamic processes in the exploring my issues. He has very effectively facilitated exploration of my family narrative which has assisted my recognition and understanding of several important emotional experiences and challenges which I am currently understanding and addressing.

Narelle - Retail Manager

Narelle - Retail Manager

I initially first started to see Chris as I was struggling with health and confidence issues as a result of an accident and the end of a significant long term relationship. In the time I was fortunate enough to see Chris I was able to move from someone who didn’t really want to face anotherdayto someone who could and wanted to navigate through whatever lay ahead. Chris helped guide me through these events whilst challenging and supporting me to work through them. Most importantly he found a way to help me see the possibilities of a happier healthier future. He provided a safe environment where I could take off my victim t-shirt and move on.

Ian - Industrial Manager

Ian - Industrial Manager

Working with Chris has given me the skills to empower myself. I've taken control of my life to pursue challenges and rewards that give me personal satisfaction.

Matthew - Police Officer

Matthew - Police Officer

Chris is a very warm caring person, he had a peaceful & comfortable presence about him. his insights, way of explaining and "unpacking" what's discussed is what makes him unique.The therapy he's conducted has been very beneficial.

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Gerard - Coach, Counsellor, Therapist
Narelle - Retail Manager
Ian - Industrial Manager
Matthew - Police Officer
Gerard - Coach, Counsellor, Therapist
Gerard - Coach, Counsellor, Therapist

Chris has an open communication counselling style, friendly and professional. He quickly made me feel at ease and prepared to discuss openly and honestly the issues that came up in our sessions. He checked in with me when issues were potentially emotionally challenging and made me feel safe in our counselling relationship. He is quite intuitive and has introduced a range of counselling/therapy during our sessions. Including cognitive behavioural, relationship and psycho dynamic processes in the exploring my issues. He has very effectively facilitated exploration of my family narrative which has assisted my recognition and understanding of several important emotional experiences and challenges which I am currently understanding and addressing.

Narelle - Retail Manager
Narelle - Retail Manager

I initially first started to see Chris as I was struggling with health and confidence issues as a result of an accident and the end of a significant long term relationship. In the time I was fortunate enough to see Chris I was able to move from someone who didn’t really want to face anotherdayto someone who could and wanted to navigate through whatever lay ahead. Chris helped guide me through these events whilst challenging and supporting me to work through them. Most importantly he found a way to help me see the possibilities of a happier healthier future. He provided a safe environment where I could take off my victim t-shirt and move on.

Ian - Industrial Manager
Ian - Industrial Manager

Working with Chris has given me the skills to empower myself. I've taken control of my life to pursue challenges and rewards that give me personal satisfaction.

Matthew - Police Officer
Matthew - Police Officer

Chris is a very warm caring person, he had a peaceful & comfortable presence about him. his insights, way of explaining and "unpacking" what's discussed is what makes him unique.The therapy he's conducted has been very beneficial.

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Infidelity And Its Many Causes
18 Mar 2018
Christopher Swane
Infidelity And Its Many Causes
18 Mar 2018
Christopher Swane

Although statistically, there has been a change in the number of people admitting to having an extramarital affair, there is still no accurate information on how common affairs are.

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18 Mar 2018
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From Marriage To Infidelity
1 Feb 2018
Christopher Swane
From Marriage To Infidelity
1 Feb 2018
Christopher Swane

Although statistically there has been a change in the number of people admitting to having an extramarital affair, there is still no accurate information on how common affairs are.

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1 Feb 2018
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Creating Intimacy In Interpersonal Relationships
7 Nov 2017
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Creating Intimacy In Interpersonal Relationships
7 Nov 2017
Christopher Swane

As humans we all have a strong desire to become close to another person. The desire for intimacy can be found not only in romantic relationships, but also in deep friendships.

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7 Nov 2017
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Desired Traits In A Perfect Mate
17 Aug 2017
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Desired Traits In A Perfect Mate
17 Aug 2017
Christopher Swane

When we imagine our ideal mate most of us tend to create a mental check list. The list may include someone with the following attributes; a great sense of humour, career orientated,

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17 Aug 2017
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Jealousy Within Intimate Relationships
29 Jun 2017
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Jealousy Within Intimate Relationships
29 Jun 2017
Christopher Swane

Jealousy is often experienced within intimate relationships due to perceived infidelity by a partner. But what is jealousy? Jealousy has been defined as, the cognitions, emotions, and behaviours that follow a loss or threat to self-esteem and/or existence or quality of a romantic relationship,

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29 Jun 2017
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Communication In Intimate Relationships
14 May 2017
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Communication In Intimate Relationships
14 May 2017
Christopher Swane

How we communicate within our intimate relationships can contribute to our overall happiness. It is not only important to listen to one’s partner it is also important to develop speaking skills that increase connection and lower the negative impact of disagreements.

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14 May 2017
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From Jealousy To Envy - Changing As We Age
28 Apr 2017
Christopher Swane
From Jealousy To Envy - Changing As We Age
28 Apr 2017
Christopher Swane

We have all experienced jealousy at some time in our lives. But what is jealousy? Jealousy has been described as a complex range of emotions that affect both men and women. Jealousy stems from a fear of being abandoned, and may include feelings of rage and humiliation.

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28 Apr 2017
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Asexuality And Romantic Relationships
14 Mar 2017
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Asexuality And Romantic Relationships
14 Mar 2017
Christopher Swane

There is a general belief that people who identify as asexual do not form romantic relationships. New research indicates that this is not the case. Lori Brotton of the University of British Columbia suggests that there has always been a general assumption that sexual attraction and romantic attraction happen at the same time.

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14 Mar 2017
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The Origins Of Romantic Love (Part 1)
18 Feb 2017
Christopher Swane
The Origins Of Romantic Love (Part 1)
18 Feb 2017
Christopher Swane

Although romantic love inundates much of popular media, historically the origins of romantic love can be traced back 3,000 years to Egypt, and the love story between Isis and Osiris. 

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18 Feb 2017
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How Do Men Achieve Healthy Romantic Relationships?
1 Feb 2017
Christopher Swane
How Do Men Achieve Healthy Romantic Relationships?
1 Feb 2017
Christopher Swane

Men appear to have little difficulty getting into intimate relationships, but they often appear ill-equipped to maintain a long term romantic relationship.

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1 Feb 2017
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The Significance Of Saying “I Love You”
26 Jan 2017
Christopher Swane
The Significance Of Saying “I Love You”
26 Jan 2017
Christopher Swane

There are many times in the beginning of romantic relationships that are full of trepidation and anxiety.

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26 Jan 2017
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Employment And The Male Ego
25 Jan 2017
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Employment And The Male Ego
25 Jan 2017
Christopher Swane

Despite what men would like to believe about themselves or what they may read in popular media, many still derive the majority of their self-esteem from their employment

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25 Jan 2017
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Does The Internet Add Excitement to Monogamy?
18 Jan 2017
Christopher Swane
Does The Internet Add Excitement to Monogamy?
18 Jan 2017
Christopher Swane

We all know that the internet has changed the way we communicate and how we experience the world, but new research indicates that the internet may also be adding excitement to monogamous relationships.

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18 Jan 2017
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Giving And Receiving Feedback In Romantic Relationships
9 Jan 2017
Christopher Swane
Giving And Receiving Feedback In Romantic Relationships
9 Jan 2017
Christopher Swane

How we give and receive feedback in romantic relationships may be an indication of our overall happiness. Research suggests that feelings of love, bliss, emotional connection, and physical attraction lie at the heart of how happy we are as individuals.

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9 Jan 2017
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Romantic Relationships at Work
20 Dec 2016
Christopher Swane
Romantic Relationships at Work
20 Dec 2016
Christopher Swane

Are romantic relationships acceptable at your place of employment? An online survey suggests that about seventy percent of those polled believed that romantic relationships at work are acceptable.

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20 Dec 2016
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Privacy In Romantic Relationships
5 Dec 2016
Christopher Swane
Privacy In Romantic Relationships
5 Dec 2016
Christopher Swane

Covert intrusive behaviour has been defined as investigating (without the partner’s consent) a partner’s private communications.

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5 Dec 2016
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Same Sex Attracted Men and Masculinity
23 Nov 2016
Christopher Swane
Same Sex Attracted Men and Masculinity
23 Nov 2016
Christopher Swane

How we understand gender, which includes concepts of masculinity, can be understood through two distinctly separate theories. Biological Determinism suggests that we are all born with a fixed gender.

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23 Nov 2016
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Forgiveness In Romantic Relationships
17 Nov 2016
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Forgiveness In Romantic Relationships
17 Nov 2016
Christopher Swane

Romantic relationships bring happiness and joy into many peoples’ lives. But unfortunately people are bound to break their partner’s trust and expectations.

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17 Nov 2016
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Women’s Leisure Behaviour Within Romantic Relationships
1 Nov 2016
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Women’s Leisure Behaviour Within Romantic Relationships
1 Nov 2016
Christopher Swane

Do woman change their leisure behaviour when they become romantically attached?

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1 Nov 2016
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 Compatibility Issues in Same and Opposite Sex Attracted Couples.
25 Oct 2016
Christopher Swane
Compatibility Issues in Same and Opposite Sex Attracted Couples.
25 Oct 2016
Christopher Swane

Are there any similarities between how same sex attracted couples and opposite sex attracted couples view relationships? Research indicates that same sex attracted couples may have very similar relationship desires and needs as opposite sex attracted couples.

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25 Oct 2016
Christopher Swane
Sexual Myths - Should We All Be Experiencing Mind-Blowing Sex Lives?
22 Sep 2016
Christopher Swane
Sexual Myths - Should We All Be Experiencing Mind-Blowing Sex Lives?
22 Sep 2016
Christopher Swane

During the 1970s and 1980s popular print media highlighted the importance of sexual pleasure and happiness for many in the western world. The emphasis was on liberating both men and women from the sexually oppressive 1950s.

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22 Sep 2016
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Does Monogamy Really Equal Monotony?
15 Sep 2016
Christopher Swane
Does Monogamy Really Equal Monotony?
15 Sep 2016
Christopher Swane

After many years together couples may begin to feel that monogamy is slowly slipping into monotony. The once exciting sex life has disappeared under the weight of a mortgage, work, children, family commitments, and life in general.

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15 Sep 2016
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Repairing Broken Trust
3 Dec 2015
Christopher Swane
Repairing Broken Trust
3 Dec 2015
Christopher Swane

How do couples repair their relationship when trust has been broken?

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3 Dec 2015
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Male Sexual Assault - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
16 Nov 2015
Christopher Swane
Male Sexual Assault - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
16 Nov 2015
Christopher Swane

Male Sexual Assault and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a growing problem.

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16 Nov 2015
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Happiness - Yoga - Mental Health Part 2
5 Nov 2015
Christopher Swane
Happiness - Yoga - Mental Health Part 2
5 Nov 2015
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Recent research has explored the effect of yoga on a person’s overall health. A lot of the focus has been on the physical benefits of yoga. This is particularly about the impact yoga may have upon the symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome and lower-back pain.

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5 Nov 2015
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Happiness - Mental Health - Yoga Part 1
5 Nov 2015
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Happiness - Mental Health - Yoga Part 1
5 Nov 2015
Christopher Swane

Yoga has long been associated with physical health. Traditionally Yoga has been defined as a union between mind, body and spirit. Classically Yoga is understood as the science of the mind.

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5 Nov 2015
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Men's Health Mind Matters
20 Oct 2015
Christopher Swane
Men's Health Mind Matters
20 Oct 2015
Christopher Swane

Although men’s attitudes towards their mental well-being may have changed over the past ten years, ignorance and gender stereotypes still remain.

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20 Oct 2015
Christopher Swane
Does Divorce Affect Other Relationships?
26 Aug 2015
Christopher Swane
Does Divorce Affect Other Relationships?
26 Aug 2015
Christopher Swane

When couples divorce they may experience more than the loss of their primary relationship. 

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26 Aug 2015
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Why Do Men Cheat?
20 Aug 2015
Christopher Swane
Why Do Men Cheat?
20 Aug 2015
Christopher Swane

A prevalent belief among social scientists is that extramarital affairs are tolerated more by men than they are by women.

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20 Aug 2015
Christopher Swane
Keeping Men Healthy
1 Aug 2015
Christopher Swane
Keeping Men Healthy
1 Aug 2015
Christopher Swane

Men generally tend to sabotage their chances of good health because they are too shy, too macho, too busy, or too afraid to ask for help. Statistically men visit their GP half as often as women but globally men die younger than women. In contrast men are more sensitive to mild ailments such as flu and tend to over-rate how bad the symptoms are in comparison with women.

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1 Aug 2015
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