— Over 60% of couples say they feel more like roommates than lovers by year 7.
— 1 in 3 UK couples report little to no physical intimacy in their relationship.
— 47% of women in long-term relationships feel emotionally disconnected from their partner.
— Most couples wait over 6 years before seeking help, long after resentment has taken root.
— Relationship satisfaction declines gradually over years, then drops sharply just months before separation.
— Emotional disconnection is the leading cause of divorce, fuelled by poor communication.

Early detection matters
The truth is: disconnection doesn’t mean it’s over.
It means it’s time to act.
At For Play Academy, we support individuals and couples to transform their intimacy because:
Loving communication can be rebuilt.
Emotional connection can be nurtured.
Deep intimacy can be created.
Passionate desire can be reignited.
It’s never too late to come home to each other.

Intimacy Coach | Founder of For Play Academy
Victoria helps couples build intentional relationships and reignite intimacy.
With an MBA from London Business School and 8 years of executive coaching experience, she integrates relational psychology, emotionally focused methods, somatic work, neuroscience, and spiritual practices to create lasting transformation. Featured in Made in Chelsea, The Telegraph, The Independent, and Women’s Health, she is becoming a recognised voice in modern relationships and intimacy.
Victoria is also the founder of For Play, an intimacy brand offering Couples Chocolates designed to help couples reconnect.
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