Relationship Issues Counselling in Cheltenham
I work with children, adults, parents, and families navigating trauma, attachment difficulties, adoption, and relationship challenges.
I specialise in trauma work, attachment difficulties, and adoption support. Using EMDR, NVR, and systemic approaches, I tailor therapy to your needs, helping children, adults, and families process experiences, build understanding, and develop skills to improve relationships and emotional wellbeing.
I work with children, adults, parents, and families navigating trauma, attachment difficulties, adoption, and relationship challenges.
I specialise in trauma work, attachment difficulties, and adoption support. Using EMDR, NVR, and systemic approaches, I tailor therapy to your needs, helping children, adults, and families process experiences, build understanding, and develop skills to improve relationships and emotional wellbeing.
As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present.
As we are all unique, I don't offer 'one size fits all' psychotherapy and counselling. Rather I draw on different therapeutic approaches to best meet your individual needs. Some clients want to explore how their past limits their present, others prefer to focus on the now. Please see my website for more detail on how I work and can help you.
As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present.
As we are all unique, I don't offer 'one size fits all' psychotherapy and counselling. Rather I draw on different therapeutic approaches to best meet your individual needs. Some clients want to explore how their past limits their present, others prefer to focus on the now. Please see my website for more detail on how I work and can help you.
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
Our work together moves towards making positive changes within yourself, your life and your relationships
I have experience with many presenting issues. These include Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Relationship Difficulties, Self-Harm, Suicidal Thoughts, Eating Difficulties, Behavioral Issues and Gender Dysphoria, Trauma, Autism and ADHD, Parental Support and School Avoidance.
Our work together moves towards making positive changes within yourself, your life and your relationships
I have experience with many presenting issues. These include Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Relationship Difficulties, Self-Harm, Suicidal Thoughts, Eating Difficulties, Behavioral Issues and Gender Dysphoria, Trauma, Autism and ADHD, Parental Support and School Avoidance.
I work with adults, children, adolescents and have expertise in working with family issues.
I have completed extensive post qualification training in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and attachment work. I am currently completing my doctorate on a part- time basis, and have an ongoing interest in research in practice, neuropsychology and neuroscience. Our sessions together can include eco therapy, so you prefer we can work outdoors.
I work with adults, children, adolescents and have expertise in working with family issues.
I have completed extensive post qualification training in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and attachment work. I am currently completing my doctorate on a part- time basis, and have an ongoing interest in research in practice, neuropsychology and neuroscience. Our sessions together can include eco therapy, so you prefer we can work outdoors.
I offer an opportunity to make life changes, set goals, re-focus with clarity so that you can face beginnings and endings with greater confidence, be that job change/loss, starting/ending relationships, leaving home, new parenting, empty nesting, retirement etc.
I am a Psychotherapist (MSc) and Certified Transactional Analyst. I work with adults, young adults and couples in long and short therapy. I have specialised training in emotional regulation, high sensitivity, neurodiversity, attachment styles, growth mindset.
I offer an opportunity to make life changes, set goals, re-focus with clarity so that you can face beginnings and endings with greater confidence, be that job change/loss, starting/ending relationships, leaving home, new parenting, empty nesting, retirement etc.
I am a Psychotherapist (MSc) and Certified Transactional Analyst. I work with adults, young adults and couples in long and short therapy. I have specialised training in emotional regulation, high sensitivity, neurodiversity, attachment styles, growth mindset.
I offer support for a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and have worked with clients through a variety of issues including Anxiety & Stress, Abuse, Addiction, Depression, Grief & Loss, Self-Esteem Issues, Relationship Challenges, Life Transitions, Illness, Trauma, General Emotional Distress, Post Natal Depression, Infertility.
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
I predominantly work using a person centred approach, providing a safe, non judgemental, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I believe you are the expert on your own life and through our work together I aim to support you in gaining greater clarity, self understanding and confidence to move forward in ways that feel right for you.
Based in Cheltenham, I offer counselling to individuals either face to face or online.
I offer support for a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and have worked with clients through a variety of issues including Anxiety & Stress, Abuse, Addiction, Depression, Grief & Loss, Self-Esteem Issues, Relationship Challenges, Life Transitions, Illness, Trauma, General Emotional Distress, Post Natal Depression, Infertility.
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
I predominantly work using a person centred approach, providing a safe, non judgemental, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I believe you are the expert on your own life and through our work together I aim to support you in gaining greater clarity, self understanding and confidence to move forward in ways that feel right for you.
Based in Cheltenham, I offer counselling to individuals either face to face or online.
I support individuals coping with significant life-changing events such as serious illness, redundancy, divorce or bereavement, and also help those struggling in relationships or with parenting.
I wonder what it feels like to find yourself here, looking for some kind of support? Maybe you are struggling to 'make sense' of what you've been experiencing in your life recently? Many of my clients inhabit a crowded yet empty world, in which they cannot easily 'hear' themselves, or feel that they are not 'understood' by those around them. Perhaps you feel a little like this too? My first hope as a counsellor is that working collaboratively you will feel both heard and understood - maybe for the first time. When this happens, we begin to develop the inner resources needed to discover and engage with who we truly are.
I support individuals coping with significant life-changing events such as serious illness, redundancy, divorce or bereavement, and also help those struggling in relationships or with parenting.
I wonder what it feels like to find yourself here, looking for some kind of support? Maybe you are struggling to 'make sense' of what you've been experiencing in your life recently? Many of my clients inhabit a crowded yet empty world, in which they cannot easily 'hear' themselves, or feel that they are not 'understood' by those around them. Perhaps you feel a little like this too? My first hope as a counsellor is that working collaboratively you will feel both heard and understood - maybe for the first time. When this happens, we begin to develop the inner resources needed to discover and engage with who we truly are.
Professional Couples and Individual Zoom counselling from the comfort of your own home.
Special areas of interest are working with those suffering with anxiety and depression, bereavement and loss, anger, relationship breakdown and divorce, low self esteem and LGBTQIA+ related struggles. Zoom and telephone counselling is a way to receive the help that you need from the comfort of your own home, car (or even in the park with headphones).
Professional Couples and Individual Zoom counselling from the comfort of your own home.
Special areas of interest are working with those suffering with anxiety and depression, bereavement and loss, anger, relationship breakdown and divorce, low self esteem and LGBTQIA+ related struggles. Zoom and telephone counselling is a way to receive the help that you need from the comfort of your own home, car (or even in the park with headphones).
I work in helping my clients to recognise, regulate and notice unconscious processes which may affect their relationships, self-esteem, sense of identity, motivation and low moods.
About me
I am a qualified Psychodynamic Counsellor offering open-ended and short-term (12-week) counselling. I offer sessions online as well as in person from a quiet and confidential space in central Cheltenham.
I work in helping my clients to recognise, regulate and notice unconscious processes which may affect their relationships, self-esteem, sense of identity, motivation and low moods.
About me
I am a qualified Psychodynamic Counsellor offering open-ended and short-term (12-week) counselling. I offer sessions online as well as in person from a quiet and confidential space in central Cheltenham.
Our relationships can be a great source of joy in our lives, so when we're experiencing difficulties, it can have a real impact on our happiness and wellbeing.
I have expertise in many different areas, including communication difficulties, issues of trust, infidelity, problems with intimacy, separation and divorce, blended families, co-parenting, family breakdown and bereavement.
Our relationships can be a great source of joy in our lives, so when we're experiencing difficulties, it can have a real impact on our happiness and wellbeing.
I have expertise in many different areas, including communication difficulties, issues of trust, infidelity, problems with intimacy, separation and divorce, blended families, co-parenting, family breakdown and bereavement.
Anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, relationship breakdowns, single parenting, bereavement, loss, family issues etc
In addition to counselling adults, children and young people at my private practIce, I was previously a Senior Counsellor and Family Worker at ‘Let’s Talk Well’, a School Counsellor at a grammar school, and the Wellbeing Lead at a boarding school, working with ages 5 - 19 years from various different backgrounds and nationalities.
Anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, relationship breakdowns, single parenting, bereavement, loss, family issues etc
In addition to counselling adults, children and young people at my private practIce, I was previously a Senior Counsellor and Family Worker at ‘Let’s Talk Well’, a School Counsellor at a grammar school, and the Wellbeing Lead at a boarding school, working with ages 5 - 19 years from various different backgrounds and nationalities.
My focus will also be on valuing and developing our relationship to maximise its therapeutic purpose.
With over 10 years' experience as counsellor, I am aware that finding your way through the challenges of life can sometimes seem like an impossible task. Often, we won't share our experience with others because we don't want to be a burden or, we are fearful of being judged. As your counsellor I will offer you the time and space for you to reflect on your feelings, as you process what is going on for you. Our relationship will be one where you feel heard, valued and supported on your journey of self-discovery.
My focus will also be on valuing and developing our relationship to maximise its therapeutic purpose.
With over 10 years' experience as counsellor, I am aware that finding your way through the challenges of life can sometimes seem like an impossible task. Often, we won't share our experience with others because we don't want to be a burden or, we are fearful of being judged. As your counsellor I will offer you the time and space for you to reflect on your feelings, as you process what is going on for you. Our relationship will be one where you feel heard, valued and supported on your journey of self-discovery.
I can also offer couples counselling.
Originally from a banking background i left that after 10 years to retrain. I offer a free 15 minute phone call to discuss your initial reason for coming to counselling and your goals. Sessions are weekly and we are based in Shurdington with free parking and a comfortable space. I can promise you a welcome, non-judgemental, safe & supportive environment.
I can also offer couples counselling.
Originally from a banking background i left that after 10 years to retrain. I offer a free 15 minute phone call to discuss your initial reason for coming to counselling and your goals. Sessions are weekly and we are based in Shurdington with free parking and a comfortable space. I can promise you a welcome, non-judgemental, safe & supportive environment.
Maybe you feel stuck, perhaps because you have been unable to create the life you want, or because relationships, either at home or work, seem to repeat in unhelpful ways without resolution.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 28 years' experience, both in the NHS and Private Practice. I have experience of many different types of psychological problems and I am trained in a number of different therapeutic approaches which, after listening to your concerns and getting to know you, I blend to create a tailored plan to suit each individual client.
Maybe you feel stuck, perhaps because you have been unable to create the life you want, or because relationships, either at home or work, seem to repeat in unhelpful ways without resolution.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 28 years' experience, both in the NHS and Private Practice. I have experience of many different types of psychological problems and I am trained in a number of different therapeutic approaches which, after listening to your concerns and getting to know you, I blend to create a tailored plan to suit each individual client.
In 2022 I have completed the ' Contemporary Trauma Practice ' course with Relational Change.
Welcome, to me being understood and cared for are deeply important so, I listen attentively with acceptance and compassion. Perhaps you have noticed patterns in your life and you would like to understand yourself more? Talking things through can help you make sense of things. Sometimes past experiences can cause distress, having a space to share with a counsellor can help you process your feelings. Working together, we can look at choices available to you, helping you find hope again.
In 2022 I have completed the ' Contemporary Trauma Practice ' course with Relational Change.
Welcome, to me being understood and cared for are deeply important so, I listen attentively with acceptance and compassion. Perhaps you have noticed patterns in your life and you would like to understand yourself more? Talking things through can help you make sense of things. Sometimes past experiences can cause distress, having a space to share with a counsellor can help you process your feelings. Working together, we can look at choices available to you, helping you find hope again.
I want to offer you a kindly, warm, non judgemental space, to unravel what’s troubling you and help you move on or get back to what’s more normal . Exploring together at a pace that is right for you. I understand that it may not always be easy to talk at first but whether you have lost your sparkle and wonder how to get your mojo back or manage life on a more even keel if life has take unexpected twists and turns which can be painful, distressing or even traumatic I will seek to support and help you work through it and alleviate your distress .
I want to offer you a kindly, warm, non judgemental space, to unravel what’s troubling you and help you move on or get back to what’s more normal . Exploring together at a pace that is right for you. I understand that it may not always be easy to talk at first but whether you have lost your sparkle and wonder how to get your mojo back or manage life on a more even keel if life has take unexpected twists and turns which can be painful, distressing or even traumatic I will seek to support and help you work through it and alleviate your distress .
They may feel trapped by past choices or have experienced a wake-up call or final straw such as a bereavement, relationship difficulties, or peri-menopause or menopause difficulties.
Whatever your problems and background, I aim to provide you with support and encouragement to face your feelings and find resources and hope for the future. I respect the courage it takes to come to therapy and will support you to live your life with a greater sense of authenticity and balance, and to help you find choices that feel right for you.
They may feel trapped by past choices or have experienced a wake-up call or final straw such as a bereavement, relationship difficulties, or peri-menopause or menopause difficulties.
Whatever your problems and background, I aim to provide you with support and encouragement to face your feelings and find resources and hope for the future. I respect the courage it takes to come to therapy and will support you to live your life with a greater sense of authenticity and balance, and to help you find choices that feel right for you.
I offer a calm, supportive space to explore what feels painful, confusing, or unfulfilled in your life and relationships.
I specialise in relationship work—between partners, family, friends, and within yourself. By exploring how you relate, communicate, and care for yourself, we can bring insight and healing to patterns that limit connection, helping you build healthier, more authentic relationships.
I offer a calm, supportive space to explore what feels painful, confusing, or unfulfilled in your life and relationships.
I specialise in relationship work—between partners, family, friends, and within yourself. By exploring how you relate, communicate, and care for yourself, we can bring insight and healing to patterns that limit connection, helping you build healthier, more authentic relationships.
I offer specialist trauma/phobia treatment and expertise in anxiety, low mood, bereavement, navigating relationships, breaking free from unhelpful habits and in supporting neurodivergent clients.
I offer a compassionate space where you can learn more about yourself, reengage with your strengths and resources, and develop new skills to move towards change quickly.
The Human Givens model is a brief, solution-focused approach that usually helps you see an improvement in 4-8 sessions and gives you tools to maintain good mental health beyond therapy.
I offer specialist trauma/phobia treatment and expertise in anxiety, low mood, bereavement, navigating relationships, breaking free from unhelpful habits and in supporting neurodivergent clients.
I offer a compassionate space where you can learn more about yourself, reengage with your strengths and resources, and develop new skills to move towards change quickly.
The Human Givens model is a brief, solution-focused approach that usually helps you see an improvement in 4-8 sessions and gives you tools to maintain good mental health beyond therapy.
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.
What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.
What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.
How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.