Marriage Counselling in London

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MD of Harley St Psychotherapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London W2
I can help identify and resolve marital issues in a non-judgemental space to work on communication and difficulties.
I have been specialising in relationships and couples for over half of my career, and I offer couples sessions in London & online. NEW! Saturday am sessions in London W2 open now. I work 1-1 with anxiety, depression, stress, panic and anything which is making you feel unhappy, to identify the root of the problem and resolve it to help you to become a more contented version of you. If you are nervous, feel free to give me a call and I can put you at ease. If you are a couple, we can set up an initial session and discuss your relationship issues and goals. We can work online, face to face, or we can walk and talk.
I can help identify and resolve marital issues in a non-judgemental space to work on communication and difficulties.
I have been specialising in relationships and couples for over half of my career, and I offer couples sessions in London & online. NEW! Saturday am sessions in London W2 open now. I work 1-1 with anxiety, depression, stress, panic and anything which is making you feel unhappy, to identify the root of the problem and resolve it to help you to become a more contented version of you. If you are nervous, feel free to give me a call and I can put you at ease. If you are a couple, we can set up an initial session and discuss your relationship issues and goals. We can work online, face to face, or we can walk and talk.
020 3962 0862 View 020 3962 0862
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Tara Gallagher. Talking Therapy. Emdr. Couples Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW7
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions. Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like freedom versus security, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns, conflicts over finances and recurring arguments. In therapy, we start by understanding your story's narrative. We unravel underlying beliefs like "I'm not good enough," "It's my fault," and "I'm unsafe." Together, we collaborate to establish secure attachment and facilitate repair.
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions. Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like freedom versus security, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns, conflicts over finances and recurring arguments. In therapy, we start by understanding your story's narrative. We unravel underlying beliefs like "I'm not good enough," "It's my fault," and "I'm unsafe." Together, we collaborate to establish secure attachment and facilitate repair.
020 4538 7154 View 020 4538 7154
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Sandra Harewood
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London SW7
Feeling unhappy, lost, and lonely in your marriage? It can be challenging to maintain your energy and self-confidence while navigating these emotions, leading to a sense of disconnection. If thoughts of divorce keep you awake at 3:17 am and your relationship consumes your thoughts, seeking support can help you reconnect. Through personal growth and self-awareness, both you and your partner can gain a deeper understanding of each other, fostering a stronger connection and mutual understanding.
Feeling unhappy, lost, and lonely in your marriage? It can be challenging to maintain your energy and self-confidence while navigating these emotions, leading to a sense of disconnection. If thoughts of divorce keep you awake at 3:17 am and your relationship consumes your thoughts, seeking support can help you reconnect. Through personal growth and self-awareness, both you and your partner can gain a deeper understanding of each other, fostering a stronger connection and mutual understanding.
020 3962 1880 View 020 3962 1880
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Dr Christiana Eke Phd. Counsellor And Life Coach
PhD
Verified Verified
London SE9  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Christiana, a counsellor, and life coach who helps individuals, couples, and families via video, text messaging, and email 24/7. I am a member of the International Association of Therapists (IAOTH). Do you have well-being issues, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, or personal development challenges? Are you suffering, and smiling in your relationship, or marriage that affects your health? Are you looking for a life coach to guide you in difficult tasks, or in achieving your goals to reach your full potential? Feel free to visit my website for further details, and help with effective results. Contact.
Hello, my name is Christiana, a counsellor, and life coach who helps individuals, couples, and families via video, text messaging, and email 24/7. I am a member of the International Association of Therapists (IAOTH). Do you have well-being issues, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, or personal development challenges? Are you suffering, and smiling in your relationship, or marriage that affects your health? Are you looking for a life coach to guide you in difficult tasks, or in achieving your goals to reach your full potential? Feel free to visit my website for further details, and help with effective results. Contact.
07908 302236 View 07908 302236
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Saniye Aldemir
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London N1  (Online Only)
I have comprehensive working experience in the following issue areas: Anxiety, Depression, Racism, Imposter Syndrome, Relationship & Marital issues, Work & Study related stress, Persistent Physical Symptoms where a clear medical cause of these has not been diagnosed, Anger management, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and Personal development.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with over 22 years' practical experience. To date I have worked with a large range of different individuals, couples, families, and young persons, supporting them on the journey of finding clarity, understanding, and authentic self-power in the face of many different life issues and personal challenges. I have been an active therapist in both public sector organisations as well as in private practice in the UK, Turkey, and Austria. Having been trained and having worked in London, Vienna, and Istanbul, I speak fluent English, German, and Turkish
I have comprehensive working experience in the following issue areas: Anxiety, Depression, Racism, Imposter Syndrome, Relationship & Marital issues, Work & Study related stress, Persistent Physical Symptoms where a clear medical cause of these has not been diagnosed, Anger management, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and Personal development.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with over 22 years' practical experience. To date I have worked with a large range of different individuals, couples, families, and young persons, supporting them on the journey of finding clarity, understanding, and authentic self-power in the face of many different life issues and personal challenges. I have been an active therapist in both public sector organisations as well as in private practice in the UK, Turkey, and Austria. Having been trained and having worked in London, Vienna, and Istanbul, I speak fluent English, German, and Turkish
020 3835 5377 View 020 3835 5377
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Natasha Lewis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London EC2M
I am a fully trained and accredited Integrative Relational Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. Available for in person sessions and online via secure video conferencing (zoom or skype). Issues that I can support you with are: Trauma / PTSD, Stress and Anxiety, Marriage, Separation and Divorce issues, Personal relationship and Work relationship issues, Depression, Bereavement and Loss, Infertility, Miscarriages, IVF treatment and Infant Mortality Domestic abuse, Sexual abuse. I am a registered and accredited member of the BACP (Member No. 084911) and abide by the BACP’s ethical framework.
I am a fully trained and accredited Integrative Relational Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. Available for in person sessions and online via secure video conferencing (zoom or skype). Issues that I can support you with are: Trauma / PTSD, Stress and Anxiety, Marriage, Separation and Divorce issues, Personal relationship and Work relationship issues, Depression, Bereavement and Loss, Infertility, Miscarriages, IVF treatment and Infant Mortality Domestic abuse, Sexual abuse. I am a registered and accredited member of the BACP (Member No. 084911) and abide by the BACP’s ethical framework.
01728 443987 View 01728 443987
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www.tri-therapy.com
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW1  (Online Only)
As an Integrative Counsellor, Psychosexual & Relationship/ Marriage therapist, I weave different therapies to support clients in their uniqueness to manage and heal from struggles that affect their emotional, and mental health & happiness. Ruptures in one's mental wellness can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and sexual functioning/ identity concerns that hinder emotional self-esteem and ongoing happiness within and in our relationship with ourselves and others.
As an Integrative Counsellor, Psychosexual & Relationship/ Marriage therapist, I weave different therapies to support clients in their uniqueness to manage and heal from struggles that affect their emotional, and mental health & happiness. Ruptures in one's mental wellness can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and sexual functioning/ identity concerns that hinder emotional self-esteem and ongoing happiness within and in our relationship with ourselves and others.
020 8103 3827 View 020 8103 3827
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Couple's Counsellor @ Islington & Brixton
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SW2
Pre- marital work: I also work with people who are about to get married or move in together (any big changes) to work through any issues before this event takes place.
Welcome to my page. If you and your partner arguing or have deafening silence due to unresolved issues, please call! I'm a couple’s psychotherapist who has worked with Relate and now focuses solely on relationships and some sexual difficulties. Whether your partner has had an affair, or you've realised that you no longer have the connection /intimacy, from before, therapy can help. Maybe you're single and have been struggling to meet someone whom you can share your life with. Sometimes it's our families or friends we are struggling with. I am based near Brixton Station and happy to do online sessions, I'm here to help.
Pre- marital work: I also work with people who are about to get married or move in together (any big changes) to work through any issues before this event takes place.
Welcome to my page. If you and your partner arguing or have deafening silence due to unresolved issues, please call! I'm a couple’s psychotherapist who has worked with Relate and now focuses solely on relationships and some sexual difficulties. Whether your partner has had an affair, or you've realised that you no longer have the connection /intimacy, from before, therapy can help. Maybe you're single and have been struggling to meet someone whom you can share your life with. Sometimes it's our families or friends we are struggling with. I am based near Brixton Station and happy to do online sessions, I'm here to help.
020 3962 0928 View 020 3962 0928
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Working Through
Counsellor, MA, COSRT General
Verified Verified
London EC2M
I work with people who might be struggling with sexual or relationship difficulties such as erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, anxiety around sex, relationships and intimacy issues, sexual abuse or assault, sexual health issues, compulsive sexual behaviours, vulval pain conditions, vaginismus, dyspareunia (pain during intercourse), sexual orientation questions or insecurities, pornography issues, orgasmic or anorgasmic problems, sexual phobias or aversions, fears around lack of sexual experience, loss of desire, affairs, marital break ups, open relationships, kinks, bdsm, polyamory, addictions, codependency, trauma.
I work with people who might be struggling with sexual or relationship difficulties such as erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, anxiety around sex, relationships and intimacy issues, sexual abuse or assault, sexual health issues, compulsive sexual behaviours, vulval pain conditions, vaginismus, dyspareunia (pain during intercourse), sexual orientation questions or insecurities, pornography issues, orgasmic or anorgasmic problems, sexual phobias or aversions, fears around lack of sexual experience, loss of desire, affairs, marital break ups, open relationships, kinks, bdsm, polyamory, addictions, codependency, trauma.
020 8103 5619 View 020 8103 5619
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Matt Davies
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
London W1G
I never thought I would need therapy. My relationship with my wife was great. I was the managing director of a successful company. Then life got tough and we found ourselves in crisis. Going to couple therapy together saved our marriage! We’ve been back to therapy many times to keep our relationship on course. What I learned from our couple therapy and my years of one-to-one psychotherapy transformed my marriage and my life. The results of the therapy impressed me so much I decided to change career. I wanted to offer the valuable insights and knowledge I had learned to other individuals and couples in distress.
I never thought I would need therapy. My relationship with my wife was great. I was the managing director of a successful company. Then life got tough and we found ourselves in crisis. Going to couple therapy together saved our marriage! We’ve been back to therapy many times to keep our relationship on course. What I learned from our couple therapy and my years of one-to-one psychotherapy transformed my marriage and my life. The results of the therapy impressed me so much I decided to change career. I wanted to offer the valuable insights and knowledge I had learned to other individuals and couples in distress.
020 8106 2463 View 020 8106 2463
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Sophie Singh
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
London E18
I work with a variety of issues including self-esteem, anxiety, depression, marital/relationship problems, stress, work related issues, addictions, teen problems and many more.
We all need help from time to time, and you shouldn't be embarrassed for asking for it. I am a down to earth and compassionate person, who understands what it is like to need a boost. In my years I have truly heard it all, and my biggest goal is to empower rather than judge my clients. One of my favourite quotes comes from Marisa Peer who explains that “to be happy you have to make peace with your past, love the present and feel so excited about the future”. No problem is too big to solve and I have witnessed counselling change the lives of so many people and I know I can help change yours too.
I work with a variety of issues including self-esteem, anxiety, depression, marital/relationship problems, stress, work related issues, addictions, teen problems and many more.
We all need help from time to time, and you shouldn't be embarrassed for asking for it. I am a down to earth and compassionate person, who understands what it is like to need a boost. In my years I have truly heard it all, and my biggest goal is to empower rather than judge my clients. One of my favourite quotes comes from Marisa Peer who explains that “to be happy you have to make peace with your past, love the present and feel so excited about the future”. No problem is too big to solve and I have witnessed counselling change the lives of so many people and I know I can help change yours too.
020 4538 2847 View 020 4538 2847
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Maria Hampton Relationship Counsellor Mbacp
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE22
Looking for a relationship counsellor in the UK? ONLINE availability only. Counselling for Individual and couples. Specialising in marriage /relationship counsellingindividuals and couples. I have a wealth of experience as an accredited Relate counsellor. Communication difficulties- Issues with trust-Infidelity - Narcissism -controlling behaviour - Breakup and Divorce -Loss, grief and moving on -Anxiety due to relationship difficulties -Depression due to relationship problems -Separation -Starting over -Isolation -Previous relationships -Arguments/disagreements -Distant relationships - MOT - Pre marital counselling.
Looking for a relationship counsellor in the UK? ONLINE availability only. Counselling for Individual and couples. Specialising in marriage /relationship counsellingindividuals and couples. I have a wealth of experience as an accredited Relate counsellor. Communication difficulties- Issues with trust-Infidelity - Narcissism -controlling behaviour - Breakup and Divorce -Loss, grief and moving on -Anxiety due to relationship difficulties -Depression due to relationship problems -Separation -Starting over -Isolation -Previous relationships -Arguments/disagreements -Distant relationships - MOT - Pre marital counselling.
020 3962 1227 View 020 3962 1227
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Randi Levinson
MA
Verified Verified
London SW3  (Online Only)
I work hard in my marriage to figure out how to maintain love and connection not only for myself and my husband, but to help guide my clients to have closeness in their own lives.
Long Term Relationships, Marriage, and Intimacy are my areas of passion. I have been in private practice for nearly 16 years. Those of us who are in relationships understand the complexities and hardships that come along with trying to maintain love, closeness and intimacy.
I work hard in my marriage to figure out how to maintain love and connection not only for myself and my husband, but to help guide my clients to have closeness in their own lives.
Long Term Relationships, Marriage, and Intimacy are my areas of passion. I have been in private practice for nearly 16 years. Those of us who are in relationships understand the complexities and hardships that come along with trying to maintain love, closeness and intimacy.
020 3476 9614 View 020 3476 9614
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Jennifer Park
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N8
There are many reasons to look for a therapist, ranging from a crisis now to a general feeling of unhappiness, stemming from your past. Life throws up many events and difficulties and we aren't always able to solve these on our own. Anxieties, stress, feeling sad, isolation, as well as relationships, families, parenting, marriage, divorce, addictions, bereavement and loss are issues that we will all face at some point in our lives. They can leave us feeling confused and lost and without anyone to help us make sense of it. Therapy is safe, secure & non judgemental providing understanding, insight leading to change for you.
There are many reasons to look for a therapist, ranging from a crisis now to a general feeling of unhappiness, stemming from your past. Life throws up many events and difficulties and we aren't always able to solve these on our own. Anxieties, stress, feeling sad, isolation, as well as relationships, families, parenting, marriage, divorce, addictions, bereavement and loss are issues that we will all face at some point in our lives. They can leave us feeling confused and lost and without anyone to help us make sense of it. Therapy is safe, secure & non judgemental providing understanding, insight leading to change for you.
020 3962 0131 View 020 3962 0131
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Janet Hull
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London SW6
If you are struggling with loneliness, anxiety and depression, or grappling to balance your own needs with those of others, in relationships, work or family, I can support you to regulate your emotions and manage your behaviours. If you are lacking in confidence and self-worth, I can work with you to build self-awareness and respect. If you are suffering the loss of a loved one, a job, a home, a marriage, I can support you through your sadness and confusion. If you are feeling at risk of abuse or self-harm, I can work with your trauma to help you find clarity and direction. I offer therapy to adults and couples of all ages.
If you are struggling with loneliness, anxiety and depression, or grappling to balance your own needs with those of others, in relationships, work or family, I can support you to regulate your emotions and manage your behaviours. If you are lacking in confidence and self-worth, I can work with you to build self-awareness and respect. If you are suffering the loss of a loved one, a job, a home, a marriage, I can support you through your sadness and confusion. If you are feeling at risk of abuse or self-harm, I can work with your trauma to help you find clarity and direction. I offer therapy to adults and couples of all ages.
07767 823602 View 07767 823602
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Ruthie Portnoy
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
London NW4  (Online Only)
I work with couples enabling and empowering them to experience renewed passion and connectivity. I also work with individuals using EFT empowering them to heal themselves. Couples may be searching for love and passion perhaps after empty nest, affairs emotional or physical. At the other end of the scale I help younger couples who are unsure whether to commit to a particular relationship and want guidance, and coaching. I offer tools and insights how to make marriage work better than the models they may have had. Age range of clients is from 18-80 to date.I am passionate about helping people live a rich and meaningful life.
I work with couples enabling and empowering them to experience renewed passion and connectivity. I also work with individuals using EFT empowering them to heal themselves. Couples may be searching for love and passion perhaps after empty nest, affairs emotional or physical. At the other end of the scale I help younger couples who are unsure whether to commit to a particular relationship and want guidance, and coaching. I offer tools and insights how to make marriage work better than the models they may have had. Age range of clients is from 18-80 to date.I am passionate about helping people live a rich and meaningful life.
0161 509 6460 View 0161 509 6460
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Dr Tej .
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London WC1B
Dr Tej is Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25 years clinical experience across Infant, Child and Adult mental health services. In her clinical practice with adults, her expertise is in helping identify and work through intergenerational cycles of trauma – or trauma with a small ‘t’, such as complex developmental trauma/family trauma/narcissistic abuse, scapegoating, chronic shame, feeling stuck not knowing how to break relational patterns. Clients she has worked with report these difficulties in the context of bullying at work, couple / marital/relationship difficulties and attachment/parenting and birth trauma/difficulties.
Dr Tej is Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25 years clinical experience across Infant, Child and Adult mental health services. In her clinical practice with adults, her expertise is in helping identify and work through intergenerational cycles of trauma – or trauma with a small ‘t’, such as complex developmental trauma/family trauma/narcissistic abuse, scapegoating, chronic shame, feeling stuck not knowing how to break relational patterns. Clients she has worked with report these difficulties in the context of bullying at work, couple / marital/relationship difficulties and attachment/parenting and birth trauma/difficulties.
020 3870 3028 View 020 3870 3028
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Danielle Westcarr-Jourdan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N1
I have explored a range of difficulties such as Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Racial Identity and Racial Trauma, Family Conflict, Marital breakdowns, relationship issues, and sexual abuse with a wide range of clients including those from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
I am passionate about supporting individuals with their psychological health and well-being. As a MBACP Integrative Counsellor & Therapist, I have experience of working with children, young people and adults in both educational and medical settings. I engage with individuals in a client-led way, face to face and through telephone communications, developing 1:1 relationships of trust and genuineness. Having experience of providing both short and long-term therapy, I offer a therapeutic space for self-discovery and growth, helping with the facilitation of individuals reconnecting with themselves, family members and society.
I have explored a range of difficulties such as Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Racial Identity and Racial Trauma, Family Conflict, Marital breakdowns, relationship issues, and sexual abuse with a wide range of clients including those from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
I am passionate about supporting individuals with their psychological health and well-being. As a MBACP Integrative Counsellor & Therapist, I have experience of working with children, young people and adults in both educational and medical settings. I engage with individuals in a client-led way, face to face and through telephone communications, developing 1:1 relationships of trust and genuineness. Having experience of providing both short and long-term therapy, I offer a therapeutic space for self-discovery and growth, helping with the facilitation of individuals reconnecting with themselves, family members and society.
020 4538 9452 View 020 4538 9452
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Zara N
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E10
I am a BACP qualified therapist who has worked extensively with clients and organisations for over 13 years. I work with an extensive range of issues including: bereavement, depression, stress, anxiety, employee assistance, relationships, self harm and suicide, marital issues, divorce, mental health disorders, work related issues, abuse, identity, parenthood, menopause and life challenges. I work in an empathetic, non judgemental and safe way with clients from all backgrounds. I have an unrivalled professional and educational background and I provide online and telephone therapy as well as a face to face and a walk and talk service.
I am a BACP qualified therapist who has worked extensively with clients and organisations for over 13 years. I work with an extensive range of issues including: bereavement, depression, stress, anxiety, employee assistance, relationships, self harm and suicide, marital issues, divorce, mental health disorders, work related issues, abuse, identity, parenthood, menopause and life challenges. I work in an empathetic, non judgemental and safe way with clients from all backgrounds. I have an unrivalled professional and educational background and I provide online and telephone therapy as well as a face to face and a walk and talk service.
07400 346099 View 07400 346099
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Naomi Segal - Couples Counselling Online
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London W1W
Get support with managing arguments better, trust issues, communication difficulties, cross-cultural differences, getting over an affair, separation & divorce, parenting differences, preparing for marriage, maintaining a healthy work/life balance, managing finances together, difficulties with your sexual relationship & more.
SPECIALIST ONLINE COUPLES COUNSELLING HELPING YOU CREATE THE RELATIONSHIP YOU WANT “How do we communicate better?”, “ How do we stop arguing?”, “We’re not getting on and I don’t know why”, “She/he won’t listen to me”, “I can’t get past her/his affair”, “Things changed after we had kids”, “I think I want to separate”... Sound familiar? Many people wait until their relationship problems seem unbearable before they decide to reach out for help. If tension is starting to develop in your relationship, don’t wait until it’s too late to ask for help.
Get support with managing arguments better, trust issues, communication difficulties, cross-cultural differences, getting over an affair, separation & divorce, parenting differences, preparing for marriage, maintaining a healthy work/life balance, managing finances together, difficulties with your sexual relationship & more.
SPECIALIST ONLINE COUPLES COUNSELLING HELPING YOU CREATE THE RELATIONSHIP YOU WANT “How do we communicate better?”, “ How do we stop arguing?”, “We’re not getting on and I don’t know why”, “She/he won’t listen to me”, “I can’t get past her/his affair”, “Things changed after we had kids”, “I think I want to separate”... Sound familiar? Many people wait until their relationship problems seem unbearable before they decide to reach out for help. If tension is starting to develop in your relationship, don’t wait until it’s too late to ask for help.
020 3984 9676 View 020 3984 9676
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Marriage Counselling

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.