Couples Counselling in Bradford-on-Avon
Families, couples and individuals come to me with relational issues of any kind.
I specialise in relational therapy. I offer systemic psychotherapy, supervision and teaching. Regular psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes. I also offer Single Session Therapy (SST). One session of SST lasts for 80 minutes and may be enough for some people, but if it is not, you can have more sessions, the choice is yours.
Families, couples and individuals come to me with relational issues of any kind.
I specialise in relational therapy. I offer systemic psychotherapy, supervision and teaching. Regular psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes. I also offer Single Session Therapy (SST). One session of SST lasts for 80 minutes and may be enough for some people, but if it is not, you can have more sessions, the choice is yours.
To feel good, whole and comfortable within ourselves and in the relationships around us.
You have come to therapy to change something in your life, be it how you feel or your circumstances. If the desire to change is there then I am here to help you achieve your goals. Working with individuals and couples, my approach is open, direct and there will be moments of challenge in order to reach deeper self awareness and growth.
To feel good, whole and comfortable within ourselves and in the relationships around us.
You have come to therapy to change something in your life, be it how you feel or your circumstances. If the desire to change is there then I am here to help you achieve your goals. Working with individuals and couples, my approach is open, direct and there will be moments of challenge in order to reach deeper self awareness and growth.
I work with individuals and couples.
If you change nothing, nothing changes but it can be hard to know where to begin. I feel it starts with you being heard and valued. Having your story and your feelings witnessed and validated is extraordinarily powerful and provides the catalyst for change. You will gain a clarity and a sense of perspective as well as an understanding of why you behave in the way you do. Talking to me will feel different from talking to a friend or family member. I will offer you insights and reflections, not opinions or solutions. I am interested in you and your experiences and they matter to me, but as I'm not involved I can remain objective.
I work with individuals and couples.
If you change nothing, nothing changes but it can be hard to know where to begin. I feel it starts with you being heard and valued. Having your story and your feelings witnessed and validated is extraordinarily powerful and provides the catalyst for change. You will gain a clarity and a sense of perspective as well as an understanding of why you behave in the way you do. Talking to me will feel different from talking to a friend or family member. I will offer you insights and reflections, not opinions or solutions. I am interested in you and your experiences and they matter to me, but as I'm not involved I can remain objective.
Maybe it's anxiety that won't quiet down, a relationship that feels increasingly distant, or a nagging sense that you're not living as your authentic self.
I believe my dynamic method to be effective and you will soon sense the benefits of it: You will gain insight on how to live at your full potential, hope and creativity. You will feel more confident. the side effect all be improved the quality of your relationships with loved ones, friends and colleagues.
Maybe it's anxiety that won't quiet down, a relationship that feels increasingly distant, or a nagging sense that you're not living as your authentic self.
I believe my dynamic method to be effective and you will soon sense the benefits of it: You will gain insight on how to live at your full potential, hope and creativity. You will feel more confident. the side effect all be improved the quality of your relationships with loved ones, friends and colleagues.
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You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
I offer online and some face to face consultations to individuals, couples and families for communication difficulties associated with relationships and life-changes, when the usual ways of coping and support are insufficient or when the challenges involved are too much in some way.
My particular interests include Wellbeing, Parenting, Fatherhood, Work, Coping and Thriving, and Personal Development, work stress, anxiety and depression. My range of work also includes: One off “MOTs” for relationships and lifestyle, Midlife and later- life transitions, Assisting those who are using self-help/waiting for other services.
I offer online and some face to face consultations to individuals, couples and families for communication difficulties associated with relationships and life-changes, when the usual ways of coping and support are insufficient or when the challenges involved are too much in some way.
My particular interests include Wellbeing, Parenting, Fatherhood, Work, Coping and Thriving, and Personal Development, work stress, anxiety and depression. My range of work also includes: One off “MOTs” for relationships and lifestyle, Midlife and later- life transitions, Assisting those who are using self-help/waiting for other services.
I work with adults from all walks of life and support a range of challenges, including anxiety, stress, low mood, and relationship difficulties.
I’m Maggie, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor with a background in Psychology and Education. I bring both professional training and practical experience in supporting a wide range of clients, including neurodiverse individuals such as those with Autism and ADHD.
I offer a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where you can feel truly heard and understood. Together, we can explore the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that may be impacting your wellbeing, and work towards meaningful, positive change at a pace that feels right for you.
I work with adults from all walks of life and support a range of challenges, including anxiety, stress, low mood, and relationship difficulties.
I’m Maggie, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor with a background in Psychology and Education. I bring both professional training and practical experience in supporting a wide range of clients, including neurodiverse individuals such as those with Autism and ADHD.
I offer a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where you can feel truly heard and understood. Together, we can explore the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that may be impacting your wellbeing, and work towards meaningful, positive change at a pace that feels right for you.
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
I have been lucky enough in my career to date to work with some incredibly inspiring and brave individuals who have been at a crossroads in their life. Sometimes making change felt frightening or impossible due to past beliefs, stuck patterns of behaviour or limiting thought processes. Others were struggling to move on after devastation, illness, loss or identity crisis. I believe it is a privilege to be able to guide those in need at these times due to the courage and vulnerability they show. They are asking from the heart for a new beginning - to break from the past, not feel scared by the future and live truly in the present.
I have been lucky enough in my career to date to work with some incredibly inspiring and brave individuals who have been at a crossroads in their life. Sometimes making change felt frightening or impossible due to past beliefs, stuck patterns of behaviour or limiting thought processes. Others were struggling to move on after devastation, illness, loss or identity crisis. I believe it is a privilege to be able to guide those in need at these times due to the courage and vulnerability they show. They are asking from the heart for a new beginning - to break from the past, not feel scared by the future and live truly in the present.
Many are navigating ADHD, trauma, or relationship challenges, and feel exhausted from trying to cope or hold everything together.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and coaching with a focus on ADHD, emotional regulation, and identity. My approach combines talking therapy with nervous system awareness, helping you understand your responses and reduce overwhelm. Together, we work to build resilience, shift patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change aligned with who you are.
Many are navigating ADHD, trauma, or relationship challenges, and feel exhausted from trying to cope or hold everything together.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and coaching with a focus on ADHD, emotional regulation, and identity. My approach combines talking therapy with nervous system awareness, helping you understand your responses and reduce overwhelm. Together, we work to build resilience, shift patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change aligned with who you are.
I have experience with depression, anxiety, family relationships, addictions, eating disorders, loss and grief, OCD, bullying, abuse and low self-esteem to name but a few.
I offer a respectful, warm and empathetic ear, together with a safe, neutral space to help you to talk, and work through any issues you may have. I am not here to tell you what to do nor give advice; I am here to help you explore and discover your feelings I offer a free 10-15 minute consultation on the phone as a way to introduce myself and give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about me and the counselling process. Sessions will differ depending on the mode of therapy we decide to use. We may work more in the here and now or, we may look at where issues have stemmed from in the past: I will be led by you.
I have experience with depression, anxiety, family relationships, addictions, eating disorders, loss and grief, OCD, bullying, abuse and low self-esteem to name but a few.
I offer a respectful, warm and empathetic ear, together with a safe, neutral space to help you to talk, and work through any issues you may have. I am not here to tell you what to do nor give advice; I am here to help you explore and discover your feelings I offer a free 10-15 minute consultation on the phone as a way to introduce myself and give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about me and the counselling process. Sessions will differ depending on the mode of therapy we decide to use. We may work more in the here and now or, we may look at where issues have stemmed from in the past: I will be led by you.
I am a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental psychotherapist and counsellor. I have worked with adults, young people and families for many years and am passionate about helping people on their way towards making change and living happier and more fulfilled lives. I offer a safe, non-judgemental environment in which you can explore what is going on for you and the impact this is having on your life. I offer a free, no-obligation, introductory session either on the telephone or online and both short term and longer term counselling is available.
I am a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental psychotherapist and counsellor. I have worked with adults, young people and families for many years and am passionate about helping people on their way towards making change and living happier and more fulfilled lives. I offer a safe, non-judgemental environment in which you can explore what is going on for you and the impact this is having on your life. I offer a free, no-obligation, introductory session either on the telephone or online and both short term and longer term counselling is available.
At the heart of the work is the therapeutic relationship a space where honesty, curiosity and trust can develop.
Many (not all) of the people I work with look like they’re doing well on the outside.
They may be progressing in their career, building a business, working in tech, engineering or creative industries and yet privately feel anxious, burned out or quietly struggling, dissatisfied or relying on unhealthy habits and behaviours.
I tailor the work to you rather than applying an approach to you.
Therapy with me is a process of discovery, gaining insight (“aha” moments), feeling your way through what’s difficult, and doing that work within a genuinely relational space (not AI).
Insight is powerful. Integration changes behaviour.
At the heart of the work is the therapeutic relationship a space where honesty, curiosity and trust can develop.
Many (not all) of the people I work with look like they’re doing well on the outside.
They may be progressing in their career, building a business, working in tech, engineering or creative industries and yet privately feel anxious, burned out or quietly struggling, dissatisfied or relying on unhealthy habits and behaviours.
I tailor the work to you rather than applying an approach to you.
Therapy with me is a process of discovery, gaining insight (“aha” moments), feeling your way through what’s difficult, and doing that work within a genuinely relational space (not AI).
Insight is powerful. Integration changes behaviour.
You might feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break, or exhausted from trying to cope on your own. Whether you are living with the impact of trauma, struggling with addiction, or navigating the challenges of ADHD, it can feel isolating and difficult to know where to turn. My aim is to help you feel more in control, more connected to yourself, and more able to move forward with confidence. Reaching out can feel like a big step, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful and lasting change.
You might feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break, or exhausted from trying to cope on your own. Whether you are living with the impact of trauma, struggling with addiction, or navigating the challenges of ADHD, it can feel isolating and difficult to know where to turn. My aim is to help you feel more in control, more connected to yourself, and more able to move forward with confidence. Reaching out can feel like a big step, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful and lasting change.
I can support people to better understand and then manage the challenges in their life, including anxiety, low mood/depression, relationship issues, challenges in relation to dependents, such as children.
I have experience and training in the 20+ years since qualifying through BACP and UKCP. This includes Couples Counselling, CBT, mindfulness-based practice, and short-term/solution-focused therapy. I have a training and leaning towards existential psychotherapy, helping people identify the values and purpose in life and the challenges in living authentically.
I can support people to better understand and then manage the challenges in their life, including anxiety, low mood/depression, relationship issues, challenges in relation to dependents, such as children.
I have experience and training in the 20+ years since qualifying through BACP and UKCP. This includes Couples Counselling, CBT, mindfulness-based practice, and short-term/solution-focused therapy. I have a training and leaning towards existential psychotherapy, helping people identify the values and purpose in life and the challenges in living authentically.
I work with Couples and Individuals to alleviate distress and de-tangle some of life's challenges: Work-stress, Anxiety, Low mood, Depression, Lack of motivation, and Relationship issues, with an understanding of ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia through lived experience.
I offer a person-centred approach to counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic therapies (Attachment). This integrative perspective may challenge some of your thinking while validating your feelings as we gently explore how you can move ahead - what you do (and don't) want to change.
I work with Couples and Individuals to alleviate distress and de-tangle some of life's challenges: Work-stress, Anxiety, Low mood, Depression, Lack of motivation, and Relationship issues, with an understanding of ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia through lived experience.
I offer a person-centred approach to counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic therapies (Attachment). This integrative perspective may challenge some of your thinking while validating your feelings as we gently explore how you can move ahead - what you do (and don't) want to change.
I have completed further training with COSRT in relationship therapy.
I work with adults using a range of therapeutic approaches depending on what best meets the needs of the individual. I often use acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), compassion focused therapy (CFT) and am accredited in EMDR. To find out more about the way that I work, visit my website for more information.
I have completed further training with COSRT in relationship therapy.
I work with adults using a range of therapeutic approaches depending on what best meets the needs of the individual. I often use acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), compassion focused therapy (CFT) and am accredited in EMDR. To find out more about the way that I work, visit my website for more information.
I am registerI work 1-1, with couples, offer group programmes / workshops to the general public or organisations.
As a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist my main focus is helping clients understand and manage their problems within this framework. CBT is an active therapy, present focused, collaborative and structured allowing the clients to become ‘their own therapist’. This type of therapy empowers the client to take responsibility for their own therapeutic journey, acquiring the skills and techniques to maintain changes made in therapy for the long term. I adhere to the standards of conduct, performance and ethics required by my accrediting body the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
I am registerI work 1-1, with couples, offer group programmes / workshops to the general public or organisations.
As a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist my main focus is helping clients understand and manage their problems within this framework. CBT is an active therapy, present focused, collaborative and structured allowing the clients to become ‘their own therapist’. This type of therapy empowers the client to take responsibility for their own therapeutic journey, acquiring the skills and techniques to maintain changes made in therapy for the long term. I adhere to the standards of conduct, performance and ethics required by my accrediting body the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
I can offer face to face or Zoom counselling sessions for individuals and prefer to work face to face with couples or groups (including families)
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
I can offer face to face or Zoom counselling sessions for individuals and prefer to work face to face with couples or groups (including families)
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
I’m committed to co-creating a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship.
You may be facing personal challenges such as illness, stress, bereavement, phobia, anxiety, hopelessness, relationship difficulties, or the responsibility of supporting a child or adolescent through tough times. You may have a sense of being stuck or feeling trapped or feeling alone or desparate.
In an non judgemental space we can explore these together.
I’m committed to co-creating a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship.
You may be facing personal challenges such as illness, stress, bereavement, phobia, anxiety, hopelessness, relationship difficulties, or the responsibility of supporting a child or adolescent through tough times. You may have a sense of being stuck or feeling trapped or feeling alone or desparate.
In an non judgemental space we can explore these together.
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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.