Couples Counselling in Cambridge

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Photo of Jacqueline Jones Sex Therapy, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Jacqueline Jones Sex Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, COSRT General
Verified
3 Endorsed
Cambridge CB1
Sex is stressful, anxiety provoking & getting in the way for my clientele. Issues with porn, kink or BDSM. Sex is not as satisfying as it was, or as good as it could be. Sex might feel out of control, painful or boring. Communication may be non-existent. This is where I can help with my Bespoke Sex Therapy Treatment Plan. As a highly trained, qualified specialist Sex and Relationship Therapist with a background in Broadcasting, communication is at the heart of my work. It is the key to the relationship with ourselves and in our relations with others. This is talking therapy plus exercises to do in addition to our time together.
Sex is stressful, anxiety provoking & getting in the way for my clientele. Issues with porn, kink or BDSM. Sex is not as satisfying as it was, or as good as it could be. Sex might feel out of control, painful or boring. Communication may be non-existent. This is where I can help with my Bespoke Sex Therapy Treatment Plan. As a highly trained, qualified specialist Sex and Relationship Therapist with a background in Broadcasting, communication is at the heart of my work. It is the key to the relationship with ourselves and in our relations with others. This is talking therapy plus exercises to do in addition to our time together.
020 3909 9848 View 020 3909 9848
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Han Bestwick
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Cambridge CB1  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Hannah and I use the pronouns she/they. Through my experience as a client and throughout my training, I am keenly aware of the importance of building an honest and trusting relationship with your counsellor and part of this is knowing that your therapist will accept you. You may find yourself seeking counselling due to low self-esteem, bereavement, stress, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, depression, shame, self-exploration, or any number of other reasons. Through counselling I can help you to work on issues which are causing you anxiety or discomfort at a pace which is best for you.
Hello, my name is Hannah and I use the pronouns she/they. Through my experience as a client and throughout my training, I am keenly aware of the importance of building an honest and trusting relationship with your counsellor and part of this is knowing that your therapist will accept you. You may find yourself seeking counselling due to low self-esteem, bereavement, stress, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, depression, shame, self-exploration, or any number of other reasons. Through counselling I can help you to work on issues which are causing you anxiety or discomfort at a pace which is best for you.
01223 656814 View 01223 656814
Photo of Sandra Cass-Courtney, Psychologist in Cambridge, England
Sandra Cass-Courtney
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Cambridge CB1
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist (British Psychological Society) and a Practitioner Psychologist (HCPC). My qualifications and experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. I regard human suffering and relational struggles as inevitable parts of all our lives. In therapy we may deal directly with life’s crisis and difficulties around transitions such as death of a loved one, divorce, illness and career crossroads. I have a wide range of NHS and private sector experience and can competently treat a wide range of psychological issues and distress for individuals and couples .
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist (British Psychological Society) and a Practitioner Psychologist (HCPC). My qualifications and experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. I regard human suffering and relational struggles as inevitable parts of all our lives. In therapy we may deal directly with life’s crisis and difficulties around transitions such as death of a loved one, divorce, illness and career crossroads. I have a wide range of NHS and private sector experience and can competently treat a wide range of psychological issues and distress for individuals and couples .
07723 448788 View 07723 448788
Photo of Katie Williams, Counsellor in Cambridge, England
Katie Williams
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Cambridge CB24  (Online Only)
I have 10 years experience and believe in working in an integrative way-using Counselling and CBT- to build a strong therapeutic relationship which supports long lasting change.
Hi I’m Katie a highly experienced registered therapist specialising in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Counselling. I provide a warm, empathetic space using CBT to help clients break viscous cycles which cause distress such as anxiety and depression by helping them understand the relationship between thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behaviours. As everyone's stories are unique we work collaboratively together forming a bespoke treatment plan which includes specific interventions targeted at treating your issue(s). During the first session I undertake an assessment of needs in order to tailor the therapy to you.
I have 10 years experience and believe in working in an integrative way-using Counselling and CBT- to build a strong therapeutic relationship which supports long lasting change.
Hi I’m Katie a highly experienced registered therapist specialising in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Counselling. I provide a warm, empathetic space using CBT to help clients break viscous cycles which cause distress such as anxiety and depression by helping them understand the relationship between thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behaviours. As everyone's stories are unique we work collaboratively together forming a bespoke treatment plan which includes specific interventions targeted at treating your issue(s). During the first session I undertake an assessment of needs in order to tailor the therapy to you.
020 8138 8751 View 020 8138 8751
Photo of Jessica Eve, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Jessica Eve
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified
Cambridge CB4
Whether you are troubled by relationship issues, grief, anxiety, depression or trauma, body psychotherapy can help you to come into contact with the parts of you, and experiences you’ve had, which have been ignored or closed down in order to protect you in the past.
Working with your felt-sense experience of the present moment, and with my support, body psychotherapy will enable you to explore your story and the challenges you face in your life. When we listen deeply to the body and allow what needs to be expressed to be heard and witnessed, the magic of healing unfolds. I work with intuition, somatic resonance, talking, therapeutic touch and energetic healing to support you through your emergent healing process.
Whether you are troubled by relationship issues, grief, anxiety, depression or trauma, body psychotherapy can help you to come into contact with the parts of you, and experiences you’ve had, which have been ignored or closed down in order to protect you in the past.
Working with your felt-sense experience of the present moment, and with my support, body psychotherapy will enable you to explore your story and the challenges you face in your life. When we listen deeply to the body and allow what needs to be expressed to be heard and witnessed, the magic of healing unfolds. I work with intuition, somatic resonance, talking, therapeutic touch and energetic healing to support you through your emergent healing process.
01223 659522 View 01223 659522
Photo of Kirstin Bicknell, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Kirstin Bicknell
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Cambridge CB23
For couples I offer relationship counselling, this may be to build a stronger relationship , work through difficulties or to work with a relationship ending.
I'm an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist offering therapy that's right for you. I provide a supportive, confidential service for individuals and couples to explore and work through issues you are facing. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist there are a number of elements that therapy may include. The ones we use will depend on what you want to work on and your preferences. This can involve exploring how you're feeling, why you're feeling that way and how you can manage challenging feelings or relationships or working with childhood trauma as well as specific strategies including EMDR for PTSD.
For couples I offer relationship counselling, this may be to build a stronger relationship , work through difficulties or to work with a relationship ending.
I'm an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist offering therapy that's right for you. I provide a supportive, confidential service for individuals and couples to explore and work through issues you are facing. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist there are a number of elements that therapy may include. The ones we use will depend on what you want to work on and your preferences. This can involve exploring how you're feeling, why you're feeling that way and how you can manage challenging feelings or relationships or working with childhood trauma as well as specific strategies including EMDR for PTSD.
01223 656854 View 01223 656854
Photo of Re-Mind Counselling , Counsellor in Cambridge, England
Re-Mind Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Cambridge CB2
Are you going through a difficult time, experiencing feelings that are challenging and would like to explore them in a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space? I work with clients for an array of different reasons, from childhood trauma, relationship , family issues, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression issues through to professional, motivational issues. Helping clients to sort out what isn't working in their lives and to gain personal and or professional growth.
Are you going through a difficult time, experiencing feelings that are challenging and would like to explore them in a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space? I work with clients for an array of different reasons, from childhood trauma, relationship , family issues, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression issues through to professional, motivational issues. Helping clients to sort out what isn't working in their lives and to gain personal and or professional growth.
01223 658796 View 01223 658796
Photo of Joe Winter, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Joe Winter
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge CB4
I am a psychotherapist based in Cambridge. I offer in-person and online therapy to individuals, couples , families, chosen families, and groups. My approach is strengths-focused, creative, compassionate and collaborative. I aim to meet you wherever you are in your lives in a way that connects for you, working with you to foster hope and negotiate obstacles to connection whatever you may be facing. The meaning of interactions within and across systems you are involved in, such as family, school, community and work, will be considered throughout.
I am a psychotherapist based in Cambridge. I offer in-person and online therapy to individuals, couples , families, chosen families, and groups. My approach is strengths-focused, creative, compassionate and collaborative. I aim to meet you wherever you are in your lives in a way that connects for you, working with you to foster hope and negotiate obstacles to connection whatever you may be facing. The meaning of interactions within and across systems you are involved in, such as family, school, community and work, will be considered throughout.
07498 212301 View 07498 212301
Photo of Kate Ahl, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Kate Ahl
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Cambridge CB2  (Online Only)
Therapy is an opportunity to get 'unstuck', to reflect on our relationship to ourselves, to the world, and to others, in an atmosphere that is safe, warm and encouraging. Often my clients are high functioning, intelligent and articulate, but struggle in their emotional lives - they may feel overwhelmed or disconnected, and may struggle to break harmful patterns or make important decisions. Together we explore what is going on at a cognitive, physical, emotional and relational level, identify sources of strength and creativity, and allow space for different aspects of the self to be more fully known.
Therapy is an opportunity to get 'unstuck', to reflect on our relationship to ourselves, to the world, and to others, in an atmosphere that is safe, warm and encouraging. Often my clients are high functioning, intelligent and articulate, but struggle in their emotional lives - they may feel overwhelmed or disconnected, and may struggle to break harmful patterns or make important decisions. Together we explore what is going on at a cognitive, physical, emotional and relational level, identify sources of strength and creativity, and allow space for different aspects of the self to be more fully known.
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Photo of Madeleine Heffernan, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Madeleine Heffernan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Cambridge CB22  (Online Only)
As a professionally qualified Psychodynamic, Compassion Focused Therapy and EFT Tapping therapy counsellor, I offer a confidential, non-judgemental online space (Zoom) for sensitive, compassionate exploration of problems, within a relationship built on trust. I see counselling as a caring, cooperative, empathetic endeavour in which the counsellor and client look together at patterns of thoughts, emotions and behaviours to find insights and new ways forward. I offer therapy tailored to the individual’s issues, looking into problems in depth, drawing on a range of theories and techniques flexibly, within a compassionate perspective.
As a professionally qualified Psychodynamic, Compassion Focused Therapy and EFT Tapping therapy counsellor, I offer a confidential, non-judgemental online space (Zoom) for sensitive, compassionate exploration of problems, within a relationship built on trust. I see counselling as a caring, cooperative, empathetic endeavour in which the counsellor and client look together at patterns of thoughts, emotions and behaviours to find insights and new ways forward. I offer therapy tailored to the individual’s issues, looking into problems in depth, drawing on a range of theories and techniques flexibly, within a compassionate perspective.
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Photo of Chesterton Counselling&Psychotherapy, MSc MPhil MA, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Chesterton Counselling&Psychotherapy, MSc MPhil MA
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Cambridge CB4
I am experienced integrative therapist, with interest in anxiety and specialism in couples therapy.
INDIVIDUAL AND COUPLE THERAPY! If you suffer from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, bereavement, abuse or at times you do not feel like yourself I can help you find a “better place”. Together, we can explore challenges in your life; potential changes that you may wish to make, and to reach decisions about your current situation. In our sessions we will aim to enable you to become more confident and aim for a happier and better life. You are now able to fund sessions through your medical insurance Axa, Aviva, Nuffield etc http://chestertoncounselling.website3.me/
I am experienced integrative therapist, with interest in anxiety and specialism in couples therapy.
INDIVIDUAL AND COUPLE THERAPY! If you suffer from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, bereavement, abuse or at times you do not feel like yourself I can help you find a “better place”. Together, we can explore challenges in your life; potential changes that you may wish to make, and to reach decisions about your current situation. In our sessions we will aim to enable you to become more confident and aim for a happier and better life. You are now able to fund sessions through your medical insurance Axa, Aviva, Nuffield etc http://chestertoncounselling.website3.me/
01223 622468 View 01223 622468
Photo of Pamela Parker, Psychologist in Cambridge, England
Pamela Parker
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Cambridge CB24
This service offers psychological assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults. We currently have availability to see adult clients only. People seek help for a range of reasons including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, low self esteem or distress following traumatic events. A comprehensive assessment is always undertaken as a first step. This ensures clients have a good understanding of the process of therapy and can discuss in advance what approaches might be most useful for them. ​ I draw on a range of evidence based approaches including EMDR, CBT and systemic practice.
This service offers psychological assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults. We currently have availability to see adult clients only. People seek help for a range of reasons including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, low self esteem or distress following traumatic events. A comprehensive assessment is always undertaken as a first step. This ensures clients have a good understanding of the process of therapy and can discuss in advance what approaches might be most useful for them. ​ I draw on a range of evidence based approaches including EMDR, CBT and systemic practice.
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Photo of José Rodríguez, Psychologist in Cambridge, England
José Rodríguez
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Cambridge CB24
Are you experiencing low mood, depression, anxiety? Are you feeling tired or emotional for no reason, cannot keep up with life, have panic attacks, or struggling to deal with trauma? If so, I can help you. I work with people like you. I offer in person and online sessions. I also have experience of helping people who are having family problems, relationship difficulties, adjusting to life changes, bereavement, difficulties with anger expression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) aiming to feel better and function well again.
Are you experiencing low mood, depression, anxiety? Are you feeling tired or emotional for no reason, cannot keep up with life, have panic attacks, or struggling to deal with trauma? If so, I can help you. I work with people like you. I offer in person and online sessions. I also have experience of helping people who are having family problems, relationship difficulties, adjusting to life changes, bereavement, difficulties with anger expression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) aiming to feel better and function well again.
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Photo of Christine Schneider, Psychologist in Cambridge, England
Christine Schneider
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Cambridge CB4  (Online Only)
Learn to reliably decode your dreams: Our next 6-week online dream analysis course starts on 28th of November. Find out more at www.cambridgetherapycentreseminars.co.uk/dream-analysis-course Christine Schneider is a HCPC registered clinical psychologist, as well as a BACP senior accredited psychotherapist and supervisor. She provides therapy for individuals, couples , families and groups, and runs online courses via Cambridge Therapy Centre which Christine founded in 2005. She works exclusively online and sees clients from all over the globe. You can listen to Christine on burwell.radio every Sunday at 7pm and Tuesdays at 8pm.
Learn to reliably decode your dreams: Our next 6-week online dream analysis course starts on 28th of November. Find out more at www.cambridgetherapycentreseminars.co.uk/dream-analysis-course Christine Schneider is a HCPC registered clinical psychologist, as well as a BACP senior accredited psychotherapist and supervisor. She provides therapy for individuals, couples , families and groups, and runs online courses via Cambridge Therapy Centre which Christine founded in 2005. She works exclusively online and sees clients from all over the globe. You can listen to Christine on burwell.radio every Sunday at 7pm and Tuesdays at 8pm.
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Photo of Faye McDonell, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Faye McDonell
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge CB23
I am an experienced therapist and have worked in the NHS for 10 years, initially qualifying as an Occupational Therapist. I complete my 4 years of training as a family and systemic psychotherapy in October, enabling me to offer a broader psychotherapeutic service to individuals, couples or families who might be seeking a safe space to explore particular themes or dilemmas they are facing. I have experience working across the life span and have specialised in working with children and families over the past 5 years. Prior to this I worked with adults with complex trauma. I offer an inclusive space which is sensitive to your needs.
I am an experienced therapist and have worked in the NHS for 10 years, initially qualifying as an Occupational Therapist. I complete my 4 years of training as a family and systemic psychotherapy in October, enabling me to offer a broader psychotherapeutic service to individuals, couples or families who might be seeking a safe space to explore particular themes or dilemmas they are facing. I have experience working across the life span and have specialised in working with children and families over the past 5 years. Prior to this I worked with adults with complex trauma. I offer an inclusive space which is sensitive to your needs.
01954 774604 View 01954 774604
Photo of Amanda Head, Counsellor in Cambridge, England
Amanda Head
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Cambridge CB5
Even at your most fragile, you can begin to restore a good relationship with yourself, find out what you truly want from your life at the life stage where you are and reconnect with your sense of purpose.
Life can be difficult. Talking with a counsellor can help you draw perspectives, skills and strategies from within yourself and to find in yourself sources of empowerment you were not aware you had to meet life's challenges and grow. 'Counselling Changes Lives' (BACP). When you invite a counselling relationship into your life, you and your counsellor create together a very safe space, completely of your own, where you can explore in total confidence the distress and vulnerability that are leading you to seek out counselling now, at a level which you perhaps could not share or bring to even those who are closest to you.
Even at your most fragile, you can begin to restore a good relationship with yourself, find out what you truly want from your life at the life stage where you are and reconnect with your sense of purpose.
Life can be difficult. Talking with a counsellor can help you draw perspectives, skills and strategies from within yourself and to find in yourself sources of empowerment you were not aware you had to meet life's challenges and grow. 'Counselling Changes Lives' (BACP). When you invite a counselling relationship into your life, you and your counsellor create together a very safe space, completely of your own, where you can explore in total confidence the distress and vulnerability that are leading you to seek out counselling now, at a level which you perhaps could not share or bring to even those who are closest to you.
01223 948956 View 01223 948956
Photo of Mark Williams, Counsellor in Cambridge, England
Mark Williams
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge CB3
At times, we can all experience difficult thoughts and feelings or a sense of being “stuck”: counselling can help us work through these, develop a better relationship with ourselves and those around us, and gain clarity and insight into the issues that are causing us problems. I believe that we all possess the resources to work through our problems, but at times these can become hidden and feel out of reach. My aim is to help you identify what you need and re-connect with your own resources.
At times, we can all experience difficult thoughts and feelings or a sense of being “stuck”: counselling can help us work through these, develop a better relationship with ourselves and those around us, and gain clarity and insight into the issues that are causing us problems. I believe that we all possess the resources to work through our problems, but at times these can become hidden and feel out of reach. My aim is to help you identify what you need and re-connect with your own resources.
01223 679708 View 01223 679708
Photo of Sabina Rostampour- Emdr Therapist And Counsellor, Psychotherapist in Cambridge, England
Sabina Rostampour- Emdr Therapist And Counsellor
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Cambridge CB4
I am an accredited EMDR Therapist and an integrative counsellor . Through my experience of working at the Cambridge University Staff Counselling Centre, in a GP practice, with Cambridge University students and for a community counselling organisation, I have gained experience addressing a variety of issues including: work related stress, self-confidence issues, grief, depression, anxiety, abuse, relationship issues, miscarriage, childhood sexual abuse, assault, emotional abuse, family issues, stress and trauma.
I am an accredited EMDR Therapist and an integrative counsellor . Through my experience of working at the Cambridge University Staff Counselling Centre, in a GP practice, with Cambridge University students and for a community counselling organisation, I have gained experience addressing a variety of issues including: work related stress, self-confidence issues, grief, depression, anxiety, abuse, relationship issues, miscarriage, childhood sexual abuse, assault, emotional abuse, family issues, stress and trauma.
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Photo of Monika Sobczak, Counsellor in Cambridge, England
Monika Sobczak
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Cambridge CB5
Is anxiety taking pleasure out of your life? Finding it difficult to believe in yourself again? Life seems overwhelming? I assist you in unravelling your troubles. Through honest dialogue, I will provide you with a reliable, meaningful, supportive and ethically confidential relationship . There are several contrasting approaches in the counselling/therapy field where I integrate powerful ideas from most of them in order to meet your needs.
Is anxiety taking pleasure out of your life? Finding it difficult to believe in yourself again? Life seems overwhelming? I assist you in unravelling your troubles. Through honest dialogue, I will provide you with a reliable, meaningful, supportive and ethically confidential relationship . There are several contrasting approaches in the counselling/therapy field where I integrate powerful ideas from most of them in order to meet your needs.
01223 981512 View 01223 981512
Photo of Francesca Amor, Counsellor in Cambridge, England
Francesca Amor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Cambridge CB5
l'm trained in couples counselling and worked at Relate.
I'm a fully accredited counsellor for individuals and couples , supervisor and group therapist. I'm non-judgemental, empathetic and approachable. I don't have an ideal client, we are all special and unique. I work with people from all walks of life, regardless of sexuality, sexual orientation, gender, culture, race, age or religion. We will look at what you would like to achieve and improve together. I am here to help to make your life better, you chose what to work on and we work together to get you there.
l'm trained in couples counselling and worked at Relate.
I'm a fully accredited counsellor for individuals and couples , supervisor and group therapist. I'm non-judgemental, empathetic and approachable. I don't have an ideal client, we are all special and unique. I work with people from all walks of life, regardless of sexuality, sexual orientation, gender, culture, race, age or religion. We will look at what you would like to achieve and improve together. I am here to help to make your life better, you chose what to work on and we work together to get you there.
01223 755102 View 01223 755102

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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.