Relational aggression in adult friendships shows up as subtle exclusion, criticism, or control disguised as concern or humour. Explore how these patterns are shaped by early relational wounds and how models like Schema Therapy and IFS help unpack them.

Some friendships are light and situational. Others hold emotional depth. Understanding friendship tiers helps us relate with more clarity, especially when expectations and closeness don’t always match.

Friendships can be emotionally intense without being romantic. Therapy helps you understand the deeper feelings and cultural scripts behind that closeness.