Communication & Conflict Counselling
How to improve communication with your partner
Who taught you how to fight?
Effective communication and conflict resolution skills are fundamental to any healthy relationship, yet many couples never learned these abilities. Why is that? For most people, these crucial skills weren't part of their upbringing or education, leaving them to navigate relationships without a solid foundation. Instead, they've developed habits and patterns that can hinder their interactions, leading to misunderstandings, frustrations, and ongoing disputes. It's no surprise that couples often find themselves stuck, repeating the same arguments without progress.
Nicholas Purcell understands these challenges and provides a supportive environment where couples can identify and transform unhelpful patterns. By working closely with couples, he teaches practical communication techniques that foster empathy and clarity. Partners learn to actively listen, express themselves effectively, and respond to one another without defensiveness. Through guided exercises, Nicholas helps them understand each other's perspectives, resolve conflicts constructively, and rekindle emotional intimacy.
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Understand
First you have to understand why your relationship is experiencing conflict. Hint: you’re both at fault.
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Try new skills
Once you understand you’re going to have to commit to trying some new skills
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Practice until you succeed
You will fail, that’s part of the path to success. But next time you’ll fail a little less. Eventually you’ll get it right.
"Sensible and knowledgable, with a great ability to put one at ease. I felt listened to without judgement and I have started to understand why my husband and I could not resolve our problems."
— JM & BW
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FAQs
Where are you located in Adelaide?
I have two offices, one in Flinders St in the city, and another in North Adelaide.
Is it possible to fight fair?
Absolutely but part of the first thing you have to do is stop thinking of it as a fight. We’re problem solving. Always problem solving.
What is conflict counselling, and how can it help my relationship?
Conflict counselling assists couples in managing recurring issues and teaches them to communicate more effectively. It helps couples understand each other better and resolve disputes in a healthier, more productive way.
What if my partner doesn’t want to attend counselling?
This is normal. Share how counselling could improve your relationship and listen to their concerns. Involving them in choosing the right therapist can help ease hesitations.
What if conflicts continue after counselling?
Conflicts are natural. After counselling, couples often handle disagreements with greater empathy and effective communication, recognising patterns and finding better solutions together.