Who am I? Born in Liverpool, I trained in psychology, teaching and counselling. Pretty soon, I realised that what underpinned all these activities - and what really motivates me - is the single goal of helping people have the best relationships they can possibly have.
So for the past 30-something years I've been doing just that through my books!
I'm delighted to now be published in 33 countries and 24 languages, to have sold over 1 million copies of my work, to have written the best-selling book on Relate's publishing list (Stop Arguing Start Talking) and to have had my writing recognised by being designated one of the Family Planning Association's 21st Century Achievers.
I also love supporting clients to have good relationships through my coaching services, by writing a weekly advice column for Fabulous magazine, by writing and teaching courses for the global organisation The School of Live. I am also an Ambassador for Relate Cambridge, and serve on the Advisory Board of the Sexual Advice Association and the Council for Sexuality and Sexual Health of the Royal College of Medicine. In 2015 I also won Dating Expert of the Year at the UK Dating Awards.
I also know that dreams come true. Because I once said to a friend that my dream would be to update the Joy of Sex for the 21st century. Guess what? Eight years ago I was asked by the Joy of Sex estate to do just that. The project was a total privilege and pleasure, the result won Publication of the Year at the Erotic Awards 2010.
If you'd like to know what else I do; to read my qualifications, credentials and affiliations; to ask me a question, or to discuss working together, please do get in touch via my website . I'd love to hear from you.