Marriage Counselling in Alderley Edge
Feeling stuck in painful patterns with your partner, and don’t know how to take positive steps towards change?
Couples come to counselling for many reasons. It may be that you feel like you are going round in the same cycle of conflict and misunderstanding, or long to rekindle the closeness and connection you used to have. Over time, counselling can help you develop new patterns of communication, rebuild emotional closeness, and create a more secure relationship.
Feeling stuck in painful patterns with your partner, and don’t know how to take positive steps towards change?
Couples come to counselling for many reasons. It may be that you feel like you are going round in the same cycle of conflict and misunderstanding, or long to rekindle the closeness and connection you used to have. Over time, counselling can help you develop new patterns of communication, rebuild emotional closeness, and create a more secure relationship.
Help to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs; Cheshire, Manchester and UK wide online.
Combining a conscious and subconscious approach - using RTT - Rapid Transformational Therapy - a hybrid form of hypnosis.
Are you or a loved one struggling with the consequences of alcohol or drug use & looking for a highly professional and efficient service to help? You don’t have to wait for a crisis to decide that you need help to protect your relationships, health, and everything you’ve worked hard for. We are confidential and very discreet and you will not be sat in a waiting room which makes you feel very uncomfortable.
Help to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs; Cheshire, Manchester and UK wide online.
Combining a conscious and subconscious approach - using RTT - Rapid Transformational Therapy - a hybrid form of hypnosis.
Are you or a loved one struggling with the consequences of alcohol or drug use & looking for a highly professional and efficient service to help? You don’t have to wait for a crisis to decide that you need help to protect your relationships, health, and everything you’ve worked hard for. We are confidential and very discreet and you will not be sat in a waiting room which makes you feel very uncomfortable.
I offer a warm, non-judgmental and supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard. As a Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist and Imago Relationship Therapist, I work with individuals and couples to explore patterns of behaviour and communication, understand emotional triggers, and build stronger, more connected relationships. I support clients working through trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, addiction, and emotional regulation difficulties, helping them find clarity, resilience, and self-acceptance. My practice is inclusive and welcoming of LGBTQ+ clients, offering a safe environment to explore your exp
I offer a warm, non-judgmental and supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard. As a Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist and Imago Relationship Therapist, I work with individuals and couples to explore patterns of behaviour and communication, understand emotional triggers, and build stronger, more connected relationships. I support clients working through trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, addiction, and emotional regulation difficulties, helping them find clarity, resilience, and self-acceptance. My practice is inclusive and welcoming of LGBTQ+ clients, offering a safe environment to explore your exp
Sometimes life can throw up challenges, which can be overwhelming or provoke anxiety. You may feel like you aren't good enough or you are experiencing low self esteem. You may want to stop binge drinking, or reduce your alcohol intake, stop smoking, get ride of anxiety, stress or a bad habit, overcome a phobia or lose weight. Perhaps you are going through a divorce? Struggling to sleep? Overcoming abuse? Or maybe you are coping with grief? It could be that work is stressful? I can help you overcome a range of challenging emotions, so that you can reconnect to your inner peace and start to feel positive and confident.
Sometimes life can throw up challenges, which can be overwhelming or provoke anxiety. You may feel like you aren't good enough or you are experiencing low self esteem. You may want to stop binge drinking, or reduce your alcohol intake, stop smoking, get ride of anxiety, stress or a bad habit, overcome a phobia or lose weight. Perhaps you are going through a divorce? Struggling to sleep? Overcoming abuse? Or maybe you are coping with grief? It could be that work is stressful? I can help you overcome a range of challenging emotions, so that you can reconnect to your inner peace and start to feel positive and confident.
SW Virtual Psychology- Dr Sophia Williams
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
We are a neuroaffirmitive practice specialising in support tailored for neurodivergent clients, all of our work is trauma informed, we offer individual support and couples support.
At Manchester Psychotherapy Clinic, we believe in taking a holistic approach to therapy, treating the whole person and not just their symptoms. We use evidence-based techniques and work collaboratively with our clients to help them achieve their goals.
We will match you with one of our highly qualified, neuroaffirmitive, experienced senior Psychotherapists whom utilise a range of approaches and techniques to ensure an attuned, bespoke and highly effective support package.
Our therapists are all accredited members of the BACP, trained in EMDR to the EMDR Europe Standard and hold a wealth of expereince working with trauma & cPTSD.
We are a neuroaffirmitive practice specialising in support tailored for neurodivergent clients, all of our work is trauma informed, we offer individual support and couples support.
At Manchester Psychotherapy Clinic, we believe in taking a holistic approach to therapy, treating the whole person and not just their symptoms. We use evidence-based techniques and work collaboratively with our clients to help them achieve their goals.
We will match you with one of our highly qualified, neuroaffirmitive, experienced senior Psychotherapists whom utilise a range of approaches and techniques to ensure an attuned, bespoke and highly effective support package.
Our therapists are all accredited members of the BACP, trained in EMDR to the EMDR Europe Standard and hold a wealth of expereince working with trauma & cPTSD.
Most people don't come to me saying "I'm being manipulated." They say things like "I feel confused," "I'm always the one giving more," or, "I think I'm dealing with a narcissist,", "I don't understand what I'm doing wrong." They know something isn't right — and they often assume the problem is them.
If you're feeling stuck, depleted, or like you're walking on eggshells in a relationship — romantic, family, friendship or work — you're in the right place.
Most people don't come to me saying "I'm being manipulated." They say things like "I feel confused," "I'm always the one giving more," or, "I think I'm dealing with a narcissist,", "I don't understand what I'm doing wrong." They know something isn't right — and they often assume the problem is them.
If you're feeling stuck, depleted, or like you're walking on eggshells in a relationship — romantic, family, friendship or work — you're in the right place.
My approach is grounded in nurturing and presence, shaped by a commitment to seeing my clients as more than their struggles or labels. I work with people who want to feel more like themselves again – or who are still trying to work out who that is. I’m especially drawn to working with those who feel deeply, think hard, or have been told they’re “too much”. Many of my clients have spent years hiding themselves to feel safe or accepted, and they come to me in the aftermath of having been misunderstood, diminished, and invalidated.
My approach is grounded in nurturing and presence, shaped by a commitment to seeing my clients as more than their struggles or labels. I work with people who want to feel more like themselves again – or who are still trying to work out who that is. I’m especially drawn to working with those who feel deeply, think hard, or have been told they’re “too much”. Many of my clients have spent years hiding themselves to feel safe or accepted, and they come to me in the aftermath of having been misunderstood, diminished, and invalidated.
Couples sessions: 310 USD.
Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place. My work focuses on understanding why some behaviours and thoughts persist and helping you change them using practical, research-backed approaches. Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
Couples sessions: 310 USD.
Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place. My work focuses on understanding why some behaviours and thoughts persist and helping you change them using practical, research-backed approaches. Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
I specialise in Islamic Marriage, Pre- Marriage & Individual counselling.
I work with various integrative therapeutic approaches: Person-Centred Therapy: helps you feel valued and accepted. Transactional Analysis: helps improve your relationships and resolve conflict. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) helps you develop coping strategies and problem-solving skills. I also specialise in Islamic Marriage and Pre marriage counselling.
I specialise in Islamic Marriage, Pre- Marriage & Individual counselling.
I work with various integrative therapeutic approaches: Person-Centred Therapy: helps you feel valued and accepted. Transactional Analysis: helps improve your relationships and resolve conflict. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) helps you develop coping strategies and problem-solving skills. I also specialise in Islamic Marriage and Pre marriage counselling.
Specialist fees:
£60 General Therapy (grief, life problems)
£70 Non-offending sexual behaviours
£90 EMDR
£65 Couples
£80 Schema Therapy (for complex presentations where CBT has failed)
Expert Court Reports can be provided within 10 days.
I am highly effective in complex presentations.
Some qualifications:
MSc Psychosexual therapy
Diploma Clinical Hypnosis
Cert Therapeutic Hypnosis
MPHIL stalking
Certificate in Counselling
Diploma in Sex Addiction
Registered Mental Nurse
EMDR Standard training
Schema Focused Therapy
Diploma Supervision for online Therapists
Diploma in online Counselling
Specialist fees:
£60 General Therapy (grief, life problems)
£70 Non-offending sexual behaviours
£90 EMDR
£65 Couples
£80 Schema Therapy (for complex presentations where CBT has failed)
Expert Court Reports can be provided within 10 days.
I am highly effective in complex presentations.
Some qualifications:
MSc Psychosexual therapy
Diploma Clinical Hypnosis
Cert Therapeutic Hypnosis
MPHIL stalking
Certificate in Counselling
Diploma in Sex Addiction
Registered Mental Nurse
EMDR Standard training
Schema Focused Therapy
Diploma Supervision for online Therapists
Diploma in online Counselling
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
Hi, I'm Talia! I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor & founder of The Cedar Counselling Clinic, based in Manchester and Cheshire. My goal is to provide specialist and tailored support to improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I combine CBT, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic Approaches to help clients feel empowered, recognise their worth, and navigate life's complexities in a safe and nurturing space. Whether you're facing challenging times, seeking personal growth, or navigating various life transitions, my goal is to de-stigmatise mental health an ensure clients make themselves a priority.
Hi, I'm Talia! I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor & founder of The Cedar Counselling Clinic, based in Manchester and Cheshire. My goal is to provide specialist and tailored support to improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I combine CBT, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic Approaches to help clients feel empowered, recognise their worth, and navigate life's complexities in a safe and nurturing space. Whether you're facing challenging times, seeking personal growth, or navigating various life transitions, my goal is to de-stigmatise mental health an ensure clients make themselves a priority.
People stay with us when alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs or addictive behaviour have become a problem in life. We believe that with the right support anyone can permanently break the addictive cycle and grow beyond addiction.
People stay with us when alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs or addictive behaviour have become a problem in life. We believe that with the right support anyone can permanently break the addictive cycle and grow beyond addiction.
I support individuals and couples through trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, and feeling stuck or disconnected from themselves.
Maybe you’re holding it together on the outside, but inside it feels like too much. It might be anxiety, depression, past trauma, ADHD, or patterns in relationships or with self-worth that feel hard to shift. You don’t need to explain it all perfectly, just somewhere to start. I’m a BACP-registered therapist offering a person-centred, trauma-informed space to go at your pace. You’ll be met with empathy, honesty, and respect. People often come to me feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure where to begin. Over time, you can start to feel more settled, more like yourself again, and like things are a little easier to face.
I support individuals and couples through trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, and feeling stuck or disconnected from themselves.
Maybe you’re holding it together on the outside, but inside it feels like too much. It might be anxiety, depression, past trauma, ADHD, or patterns in relationships or with self-worth that feel hard to shift. You don’t need to explain it all perfectly, just somewhere to start. I’m a BACP-registered therapist offering a person-centred, trauma-informed space to go at your pace. You’ll be met with empathy, honesty, and respect. People often come to me feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure where to begin. Over time, you can start to feel more settled, more like yourself again, and like things are a little easier to face.
I have experience with emotional health, well-being, mid-life transitions, identity (all adult life stages), belonging, elder autonomy, autonomy, grief (including pet loss), relationship challenges, writer's block, sibling abuse, LGBTQIA+ communities, Britishness, mixed-heritage complex, and recovery from intimate partner abuse.
I'm a Psychotherapist and Counsellor based in Manchester City Centre, offering both in-person and online sessions to meet you where you are. My approach is client-led and relational, providing a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, accepted, and supported.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can connect, see if we’re a good fit, and ensure my experience aligns with what you’re looking for.
Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and easy to talk to, someone who feels real, not clinical. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship that’s built on honesty, empathy, and authenticity.
I have experience with emotional health, well-being, mid-life transitions, identity (all adult life stages), belonging, elder autonomy, autonomy, grief (including pet loss), relationship challenges, writer's block, sibling abuse, LGBTQIA+ communities, Britishness, mixed-heritage complex, and recovery from intimate partner abuse.
I'm a Psychotherapist and Counsellor based in Manchester City Centre, offering both in-person and online sessions to meet you where you are. My approach is client-led and relational, providing a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, accepted, and supported.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can connect, see if we’re a good fit, and ensure my experience aligns with what you’re looking for.
Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and easy to talk to, someone who feels real, not clinical. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship that’s built on honesty, empathy, and authenticity.
I work with many clients Individually and in Couples Therapy.
My approach is to listen and encourage couples and individuals I work with as well as to provide a safe and secure environment to help empower clients to work towards a more satisfying and fulfilling life. I am a person- centred counsellor with training in Transactional Analysis and psychosexual therapy.
I work with many clients Individually and in Couples Therapy.
My approach is to listen and encourage couples and individuals I work with as well as to provide a safe and secure environment to help empower clients to work towards a more satisfying and fulfilling life. I am a person- centred counsellor with training in Transactional Analysis and psychosexual therapy.
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples experiencing a wide-range of emotional difficulties.
I practice an integrative, predominantly Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model which has a strong evidence base, and in my experience lends itself well to the pressures of modern life. I offer both face to face or online sessions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples experiencing a wide-range of emotional difficulties.
I practice an integrative, predominantly Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model which has a strong evidence base, and in my experience lends itself well to the pressures of modern life. I offer both face to face or online sessions.
I am a fully qualified, trusted and caring Psychotherapist and Counsellor who cares passionately about helping people deal with a variety of issues. I have spent over 25 years counselling clients through the challenges presented by problems such as high anxiety and low self esteem. The most important part of my work is helping people to find and address the root causes of these issues, which my warm and authentic approach lends itself to naturally. I am committed to confidentiality and place the safeguarding and wellbeing of my clients above all else.
I am a fully qualified, trusted and caring Psychotherapist and Counsellor who cares passionately about helping people deal with a variety of issues. I have spent over 25 years counselling clients through the challenges presented by problems such as high anxiety and low self esteem. The most important part of my work is helping people to find and address the root causes of these issues, which my warm and authentic approach lends itself to naturally. I am committed to confidentiality and place the safeguarding and wellbeing of my clients above all else.
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FAQ - Marriage Counselling
What issues does marriage counselling help with?
Marriage counselling can address common relationship concerns, including ongoing conflict, communication challenges, emotional distance, or difficulty making decisions together. It may also be helpful for couples who are not currently experiencing major problems but want to prepare for future life changes. For more specific concerns affecting one individual in the relationship, such as trauma, depression, or significant substance use concerns, individual therapy may be more appropriate than marriage counselling.
When is the right time to start marriage counselling?
There is no single “right” time to start marriage counselling, but certain signs may suggest that counselling could be helpful. For example, a couple may benefit from counselling if many conversations end in conflict, if negative interactions are becoming more frequent, or if relationship stress is affecting other areas of life, such as sleep, work, parenting, or friendships. Some couples also seek counselling proactively. Premarital counselling, for instance, allows couples to discuss communication styles, finances, family dynamics, and future goals before getting married. Other couples may start counselling before a major life change, such as becoming parents, relocating, or navigating a stressful career transition.
Is marriage counselling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Marriage counselling may still help even if one partner is more hesitant to attend, as long as both people are ultimately willing to participate in sessions. Once counselling is underway, the more hesitant partner may become more open to sessions that can strengthen the relationship and build coping skills and communication strategies. If one partner refuses to attend, individual therapy may still help the other partner understand their needs, set boundaries, and decide how to approach the relationship.
Is online marriage counselling as effective as in-person?
There are differing opinions on the best format for marriage counselling. While some studies show that online marriage counselling can be as effective as in-person counselling, some argue that in-person counselling is more effective because it allows the therapist to better pick up on context and body language cues. In addition, in-person counselling may be a better fit for couples who are working through high-conflict issues. Ultimately, the “best” format depends on the couple’s specific needs and concerns.
What is faith-based marriage counselling and how is it different?
Faith-based marriage counselling incorporates a couple’s religious or spiritual beliefs into counselling. It may be a good fit for couples who want to discuss their relationship, values, and marriage within the context of their faith. For example, Christian marriage counselling may appeal to couples who want a counsellor familiar with Christian beliefs about marriage. Other forms of faith-based counselling may incorporate Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or other religious perspectives into sessions.
How much does marriage counselling cost and is it covered by insurance?
Marriage counselling is usually paid for privately in Great Britain, rather than through the NHS, and sessions often cost around £60 to £120 or more. Fees depend on location, with costs generally higher in the London area, as well as counsellor experience, session length, and practice setting. However, lower-cost options may be available through sliding scale fees, which adjust the cost of counselling based on income, as well as through community clinics or non-profit organisations that offer reduced-cost services.