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Janette Welsh
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
Hello, I am Janette. I am a UKCP and BACP-registered psychotherapist. I meet with individuals and couples in person from my practice in Nottingham, and remotely, using the Zoom platform. I gained my MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy at The Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute and Staffordshire University. I understand how for many people, the decision to seek therapy can feel like a daunting experience, and so I aim to make you feel as comfortable and at ease as possible from the very first session. I welcome the opportunity for us to meet.
Hello, I am Janette. I am a UKCP and BACP-registered psychotherapist. I meet with individuals and couples in person from my practice in Nottingham, and remotely, using the Zoom platform. I gained my MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy at The Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute and Staffordshire University. I understand how for many people, the decision to seek therapy can feel like a daunting experience, and so I aim to make you feel as comfortable and at ease as possible from the very first session. I welcome the opportunity for us to meet.
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Linda McConnachie
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG9
I am a qualified Supervisor, . Counsellor and Therapist with experience working with adults, couples and young people in schools. If you’re facing distressing or traumatic experiences, I can support you explore your thoughts and feelings to make sense of what's going on and consider how things can change. I work on a short or longer term basis. I know that, sometimes, talking can be difficult; our unconscious thoughts get in the way of change and I’m able to offer body or creative therapeutic solutions as well.
I am a qualified Supervisor, . Counsellor and Therapist with experience working with adults, couples and young people in schools. If you’re facing distressing or traumatic experiences, I can support you explore your thoughts and feelings to make sense of what's going on and consider how things can change. I work on a short or longer term basis. I know that, sometimes, talking can be difficult; our unconscious thoughts get in the way of change and I’m able to offer body or creative therapeutic solutions as well.
0115 697 1078 View 0115 697 1078
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Rajan Rai | Individuals And Couples
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
Hello! I’m Raj, and I am UKCP registered. I offer face-to-face individual & couples counselling sessions at two locations in Nottingham as well as online. With individuals, I work with (but not limited to): Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; LGBTQIA+ - related Issues; Racial and cultural issues/conflicts; Low self-esteem; Lack of fulfilment. With couples, typical issues include:  affairs; conflict & anger; poor communication; life transitions; sexual difficulties; separation & divorce.
Hello! I’m Raj, and I am UKCP registered. I offer face-to-face individual & couples counselling sessions at two locations in Nottingham as well as online. With individuals, I work with (but not limited to): Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; LGBTQIA+ - related Issues; Racial and cultural issues/conflicts; Low self-esteem; Lack of fulfilment. With couples, typical issues include:  affairs; conflict & anger; poor communication; life transitions; sexual difficulties; separation & divorce.
01777 809417 View 01777 809417
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Lillie Yange
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
I aim to build an honest and respectable therapeutic relationship with you, that allows you to express yourself openly.My personal approach is based on a positive belief in the potential of human beings. My willingness and positive approach is to meet you where you are, in a confidential space that allows you to explore your feelings and thoughts, whilst I support you in discovering new ways of being. It is my belief that working together with you, empowers you to have the autonomy to make decisions and choices that are right for yourself and build a sense of resilience to aid your emotional well-being.
I aim to build an honest and respectable therapeutic relationship with you, that allows you to express yourself openly.My personal approach is based on a positive belief in the potential of human beings. My willingness and positive approach is to meet you where you are, in a confidential space that allows you to explore your feelings and thoughts, whilst I support you in discovering new ways of being. It is my belief that working together with you, empowers you to have the autonomy to make decisions and choices that are right for yourself and build a sense of resilience to aid your emotional well-being.
01777 801295 View 01777 801295
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Teresa Bee Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
With over 17 years experience, I work with adults, young people and couples.
I offer short-term counselling, where we can work through more immediate and specific problems and longer-term psychotherapy for more intricate and deeper exploration. Whatever you have experienced, my aim is to help you move forward and benefit from the way you want to live your life. I understand how the impact of trauma on our lives creates a block in how we think and behave; where our past can overshadow or impede our view of our present life. With grief & loss, I recognise the parallel process of coping with our daily lives whilst managing a roller coaster of emotions and feelings that is both challenging and exhausting.
With over 17 years experience, I work with adults, young people and couples.
I offer short-term counselling, where we can work through more immediate and specific problems and longer-term psychotherapy for more intricate and deeper exploration. Whatever you have experienced, my aim is to help you move forward and benefit from the way you want to live your life. I understand how the impact of trauma on our lives creates a block in how we think and behave; where our past can overshadow or impede our view of our present life. With grief & loss, I recognise the parallel process of coping with our daily lives whilst managing a roller coaster of emotions and feelings that is both challenging and exhausting.
0115 824 4286 View 0115 824 4286
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Horizon Oak Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
Are you suffering from anxiety, stress, relationship issues, racial identity or needs clarity? I will hold your hand and together we can find meanings and answers in a space where you will feel heard and validated.
Hi, my name is Chinedu Agu. I am a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist. Adopting a holistic stance, my training allows me to blend different techniques and theories for a bespoke or tailor-made approach to suit your problems. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can feel free to find your own path and discover your goals.
Are you suffering from anxiety, stress, relationship issues, racial identity or needs clarity? I will hold your hand and together we can find meanings and answers in a space where you will feel heard and validated.
Hi, my name is Chinedu Agu. I am a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist. Adopting a holistic stance, my training allows me to blend different techniques and theories for a bespoke or tailor-made approach to suit your problems. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can feel free to find your own path and discover your goals.
0115 647 4787 View 0115 647 4787
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Zareeda Rashid
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG9
A therapeutic relationship can offer the opportunity to find renewed belief in yourself and others.
Hello, I'm Zareeda and I work with people on issues ranging from rape and sexual abuse to stress, bereavement, anxiety and depression. If you are struggling to find meaning in life you may be feeling disconnected from yourself and/or those around you. This loss of contact with yourself, your needs, values and beliefs may decrease your trust in your ability to form and build meaningful relationships and achieve personal goals.
A therapeutic relationship can offer the opportunity to find renewed belief in yourself and others.
Hello, I'm Zareeda and I work with people on issues ranging from rape and sexual abuse to stress, bereavement, anxiety and depression. If you are struggling to find meaning in life you may be feeling disconnected from yourself and/or those around you. This loss of contact with yourself, your needs, values and beliefs may decrease your trust in your ability to form and build meaningful relationships and achieve personal goals.
0115 697 1567 View 0115 697 1567
Condition Management Company
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
We are a Nottingham based service with a team of qualified, registered, accredited, highly skilled expert therapists. Whilst many services offer telephone or remote options, we at the Condition Management Company believe in-person, face to face therapy is superior and vital for effective treatment. Effective psychotherapy is based upon a close working relationship between the therapist and client which is best achieved through in-person sessions. In addition, some sessions may need to be conducted at home or with accompanied practice, particularly for those suffering from phobias, obsessive compulsive disorders or trauma.
We are a Nottingham based service with a team of qualified, registered, accredited, highly skilled expert therapists. Whilst many services offer telephone or remote options, we at the Condition Management Company believe in-person, face to face therapy is superior and vital for effective treatment. Effective psychotherapy is based upon a close working relationship between the therapist and client which is best achieved through in-person sessions. In addition, some sessions may need to be conducted at home or with accompanied practice, particularly for those suffering from phobias, obsessive compulsive disorders or trauma.
0115 647 4841 View 0115 647 4841
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Leanne Banks
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG3
I work with individuals and couples.
Life often presents us with stress, moments of feeling stuck, under the weight of depression and anxiety. If you're grappling with present-day troubles or seeking healing from past experiences, you're not alone.
I work with individuals and couples.
Life often presents us with stress, moments of feeling stuck, under the weight of depression and anxiety. If you're grappling with present-day troubles or seeking healing from past experiences, you're not alone.
0115 647 4269 View 0115 647 4269
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James Hawes
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG2
I am an experienced therapist supporting clients with anger management difficulties , relationship issues, anxiety and a variety of other issues. I have worked successfully with hundreds of clients including Nurses, CEO's, plumbers, doctor's, professional sportsmen, businessmen and women, students, MD's and hairdressers. Modern life can be hectic and stressful stretching mind, body and spirit to breaking point. The result of this pressure can often make us feel out of sync or disjointed causing dis-ease and unhappiness. With my experienced and unique approach I seek to provide the right conditions to help people recover and develop
I am an experienced therapist supporting clients with anger management difficulties , relationship issues, anxiety and a variety of other issues. I have worked successfully with hundreds of clients including Nurses, CEO's, plumbers, doctor's, professional sportsmen, businessmen and women, students, MD's and hairdressers. Modern life can be hectic and stressful stretching mind, body and spirit to breaking point. The result of this pressure can often make us feel out of sync or disjointed causing dis-ease and unhappiness. With my experienced and unique approach I seek to provide the right conditions to help people recover and develop
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harmonycouplestherapy.org
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG9
Welcome to Harmony Couples Therapy, my name is Ellen, and I am an experienced relationship therapist at Relate with nearly 20 years experience, and I also work with private clients. I work in person on Wednesday and Thursday evenings in Derby, and sessions are also available online. I regularly work with clients to help them make sense of a wide variety of issues such as managing conflict, trauma, separation/divorce, infidelity, bereavement, addiction, mental health issues and I have specialist training in working with couples affected by Aspergers/Autism and depression/anxiety.
Welcome to Harmony Couples Therapy, my name is Ellen, and I am an experienced relationship therapist at Relate with nearly 20 years experience, and I also work with private clients. I work in person on Wednesday and Thursday evenings in Derby, and sessions are also available online. I regularly work with clients to help them make sense of a wide variety of issues such as managing conflict, trauma, separation/divorce, infidelity, bereavement, addiction, mental health issues and I have specialist training in working with couples affected by Aspergers/Autism and depression/anxiety.
0115 647 7349 View 0115 647 7349
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Robert Hewes
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
I provide one to one individual counselling, as well as couples Counselling for relationships.
Award winning BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor / Psychotherapist. Hi, thank you for choosing to read my profile. My name is Rob Hewes and I provide appropriate therapy or coaching that you need and in a confidential, warm and safe environment. I have now spent nearly 20 years in intense training and development as have experience working with clients in a variety of settings. I am an integrative therapist, drawing skills and experience from various therapeutic approaches. I provide: Psychotherapeutic Counselling. Therapeutic Counselling Supervision. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Clinical Hypnotherapy. NLP Coaching.
I provide one to one individual counselling, as well as couples Counselling for relationships.
Award winning BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor / Psychotherapist. Hi, thank you for choosing to read my profile. My name is Rob Hewes and I provide appropriate therapy or coaching that you need and in a confidential, warm and safe environment. I have now spent nearly 20 years in intense training and development as have experience working with clients in a variety of settings. I am an integrative therapist, drawing skills and experience from various therapeutic approaches. I provide: Psychotherapeutic Counselling. Therapeutic Counselling Supervision. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Clinical Hypnotherapy. NLP Coaching.
0115 697 1698 View 0115 697 1698
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Jasmine Foulkes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG2
My couples' counselling helps to encourage an ability to reach out during times of distress and hurt.
We all feel stuck sometimes; either in life generally or in our relationships. We increasingly hear of people struggling with low self esteem, low mood and motivation, anxiety and depression diagnoses are becoming more common. We hear of relationships falling apart for a myriad of reasons; money, trust issues, infidelity, loss of connection to name a few. The key factor that causes relationships to break down is the failure to communicate effectively and re-connect before the problems arise.
My couples' counselling helps to encourage an ability to reach out during times of distress and hurt.
We all feel stuck sometimes; either in life generally or in our relationships. We increasingly hear of people struggling with low self esteem, low mood and motivation, anxiety and depression diagnoses are becoming more common. We hear of relationships falling apart for a myriad of reasons; money, trust issues, infidelity, loss of connection to name a few. The key factor that causes relationships to break down is the failure to communicate effectively and re-connect before the problems arise.
0115 697 1846 View 0115 697 1846
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Danielle Hutchings
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG7
Using a blend of counselling approaches, coaching and hypnotherapy I have helped people successfully with confidence building, stress reduction, bereavement, relationship and family issues, relieving anxiety, low self esteem, low mood/depression, unwanted habits, fears, phobias, panic and issues associated with trauma in the past.
********Specialist in Anxiety and Stress!******** Hi my name is Danielle Hutchings and i am a Passionate and dedicated Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, I can help you to take control of your life and focus on who and where you want to be. I am an accredited registrant with the National Counselling Society NCS and National Hypnotherapy society MHS. I have experience with a wide range of issues and offer counselling to adults and young people. I believe that everyone should be able to talk freely about their feelings without fear of judgement. I specialise in Anxiety and Stress, so don't suffer anymore get in touch.
Using a blend of counselling approaches, coaching and hypnotherapy I have helped people successfully with confidence building, stress reduction, bereavement, relationship and family issues, relieving anxiety, low self esteem, low mood/depression, unwanted habits, fears, phobias, panic and issues associated with trauma in the past.
********Specialist in Anxiety and Stress!******** Hi my name is Danielle Hutchings and i am a Passionate and dedicated Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, I can help you to take control of your life and focus on who and where you want to be. I am an accredited registrant with the National Counselling Society NCS and National Hypnotherapy society MHS. I have experience with a wide range of issues and offer counselling to adults and young people. I believe that everyone should be able to talk freely about their feelings without fear of judgement. I specialise in Anxiety and Stress, so don't suffer anymore get in touch.
0115 697 1947 View 0115 697 1947
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Sharon Turner MBACP, MNCS (accred)
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
I have seven years experience counselling, within the NHS, charity & University setting and private practice working with individuals, couples, organisations, charities and companies.
Life brings many challenges. You may be experiencing a range of issues; struggling to understand or come to terms with issues such as health, loss, trauma or family issues which can lead to uncomfortable feelings. Sometimes issues are complex and interlink into many areas of our lives creating anxiety, stress, depressed or grief. I have experience working with all these and the different ways they affect clients. Are difficult feelings affecting work, social and home life? Impacting on health or self esteem and self worth?
I have seven years experience counselling, within the NHS, charity & University setting and private practice working with individuals, couples, organisations, charities and companies.
Life brings many challenges. You may be experiencing a range of issues; struggling to understand or come to terms with issues such as health, loss, trauma or family issues which can lead to uncomfortable feelings. Sometimes issues are complex and interlink into many areas of our lives creating anxiety, stress, depressed or grief. I have experience working with all these and the different ways they affect clients. Are difficult feelings affecting work, social and home life? Impacting on health or self esteem and self worth?
0115 697 2119 View 0115 697 2119
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Michelle Briggs
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG2
I aim to provide and develop a relationship that allows you to explore fundamental aspects of yourself, your experiences and feelings, without judgment.
Sometimes it can be helpful to talk to someone, other than those you know, about what you are thinking and how you are feeling. If you feel anxious, sad, or depressed, if you’re grieving, dealing with trauma, anger, worry or self-esteem, struggling with relationships, not sure where life is taking you, or considering new opportunities, I can help. My name is Michelle, and I provide confidential, non-judgmental, counselling and psychotherapy for adults (individuals and couples) from my base in West Bridgford, Nottingham.
I aim to provide and develop a relationship that allows you to explore fundamental aspects of yourself, your experiences and feelings, without judgment.
Sometimes it can be helpful to talk to someone, other than those you know, about what you are thinking and how you are feeling. If you feel anxious, sad, or depressed, if you’re grieving, dealing with trauma, anger, worry or self-esteem, struggling with relationships, not sure where life is taking you, or considering new opportunities, I can help. My name is Michelle, and I provide confidential, non-judgmental, counselling and psychotherapy for adults (individuals and couples) from my base in West Bridgford, Nottingham.
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Helen Bailey
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG9
Waitlist for new clients
I work with a range of issues and have particular experience in bereavement, depression, and relationship problems.
In a world where people seem more connected to their phones than each other, it's rare to find someone who has dedicated time and space just for you. Someone willing to walk alongside you for as long as you need to figure things out, digest what has happened, and help you learn about yourself in the process. Perhaps you’ve reached a crisis point in your life, and don’t know where else to turn? Maybe you’ve been out-of-sorts for a while, and need some help to figure out what is going on? Or perhaps you're here because you want to understand yourself better and how you relate to others?
I work with a range of issues and have particular experience in bereavement, depression, and relationship problems.
In a world where people seem more connected to their phones than each other, it's rare to find someone who has dedicated time and space just for you. Someone willing to walk alongside you for as long as you need to figure things out, digest what has happened, and help you learn about yourself in the process. Perhaps you’ve reached a crisis point in your life, and don’t know where else to turn? Maybe you’ve been out-of-sorts for a while, and need some help to figure out what is going on? Or perhaps you're here because you want to understand yourself better and how you relate to others?
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Deb Thompson - Remote
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG9  (Online Only)
Initial Consultations - £80 Online Video (Zoom) & Telephone Therapy Sessions - £80 Couples - £125.
Debbie is an experienced integrative psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term therapy. She has been in clinical practice for over 10 years and has gained experience working with issues such as stress, lacking motivation, low self-worth, anxiety, trauma / abuse, feeling stuck etc. Debbie is passionate about supporting and empowering those in her care to make the changes necessary in order to increase fulfillment and enjoyment in their lives. Debbie works collaboratively with her clients emphasising the importance of autonomy, whilst working on key areas and moving towards living more contently and fully.
Initial Consultations - £80 Online Video (Zoom) & Telephone Therapy Sessions - £80 Couples - £125.
Debbie is an experienced integrative psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term therapy. She has been in clinical practice for over 10 years and has gained experience working with issues such as stress, lacking motivation, low self-worth, anxiety, trauma / abuse, feeling stuck etc. Debbie is passionate about supporting and empowering those in her care to make the changes necessary in order to increase fulfillment and enjoyment in their lives. Debbie works collaboratively with her clients emphasising the importance of autonomy, whilst working on key areas and moving towards living more contently and fully.
0115 824 9881 View 0115 824 9881
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Sharon Campbell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG9
I'm an integrative humanistic counsellor and I will provide an environment that helps you feel safe, contained and able to trust in me to help you explore everything that makes you who you are and your relationship to the world around you.
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk through whatever brings you to counselling. I believe that you have the full potential to overcome any emotional challenges you may be facing and that together we can untangle the busyness of your thoughts and make sense of everything. With growing awareness comes the element of choice - which in turn will open up a life you want to live. You may have a personal goal that you want to achieve from the sessions or it may just be about having a space to say things out loud and start to own how you are feeling. I will always be led by the client as you are the expert of you.
I'm an integrative humanistic counsellor and I will provide an environment that helps you feel safe, contained and able to trust in me to help you explore everything that makes you who you are and your relationship to the world around you.
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk through whatever brings you to counselling. I believe that you have the full potential to overcome any emotional challenges you may be facing and that together we can untangle the busyness of your thoughts and make sense of everything. With growing awareness comes the element of choice - which in turn will open up a life you want to live. You may have a personal goal that you want to achieve from the sessions or it may just be about having a space to say things out loud and start to own how you are feeling. I will always be led by the client as you are the expert of you.
0115 647 3837 View 0115 647 3837
Photo of Paul J. Gilbert, Psychotherapist in Nottingham, England
Paul J. Gilbert
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
I am an experienced and highly qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I offer Single-Session, Short-Term and Long-Term Therapy. I work with a wide range of problems such as Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Sadness, Loss, Relationship Issues, BPD, OCD, Anger, Feeling Lost, Domestic Violence, Trauma, Sexual Violence & Abuse etc. People can seek therapy when they are feeling vulnerable and experiencing a challenging time in their lives, often due to past experiences or events that are happening in the present time. I will help you to explore and understand your experience and find solutions together.
I am an experienced and highly qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I offer Single-Session, Short-Term and Long-Term Therapy. I work with a wide range of problems such as Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Sadness, Loss, Relationship Issues, BPD, OCD, Anger, Feeling Lost, Domestic Violence, Trauma, Sexual Violence & Abuse etc. People can seek therapy when they are feeling vulnerable and experiencing a challenging time in their lives, often due to past experiences or events that are happening in the present time. I will help you to explore and understand your experience and find solutions together.
0115 671 3873 View 0115 671 3873

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Couples Counselling

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.