Couples Counselling in Colchester
Hi, I'm Mark a counsellor who specialises in working with couples who have disconnected and wish to rediscover their emotional bond through better forms of empathic communication and achieve healthy confrontation to help de-escalate cycles of conflict where they are blaming, attacking and withdrawing from one another.
I work with couples using a style called emotionally focused therapy. This looks at the pattern of conflict a couple find themselves in and the roles they play within it e.g.one person could be the pursuer who attacks, while the other is the withdrawer who defends, setting up a vicious cycle where the real emotions behind the cycle are not being addressed.
Hi, I'm Mark a counsellor who specialises in working with couples who have disconnected and wish to rediscover their emotional bond through better forms of empathic communication and achieve healthy confrontation to help de-escalate cycles of conflict where they are blaming, attacking and withdrawing from one another.
I work with couples using a style called emotionally focused therapy. This looks at the pattern of conflict a couple find themselves in and the roles they play within it e.g.one person could be the pursuer who attacks, while the other is the withdrawer who defends, setting up a vicious cycle where the real emotions behind the cycle are not being addressed.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, panic, relationships, transgender, gender dysphoria & more.
I am qualified in face to face, online & telephone counselling & Supervision, based in a rural location. I am humanistic & integrative, using the principles of positive psychology with a person-centred approach to provide a unique individually tailored counselling service, to achieve the best outcome for you,
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, panic, relationships, transgender, gender dysphoria & more.
I am qualified in face to face, online & telephone counselling & Supervision, based in a rural location. I am humanistic & integrative, using the principles of positive psychology with a person-centred approach to provide a unique individually tailored counselling service, to achieve the best outcome for you,
I’m Samantha, a Colchester-based relational integrative therapist working with adults who feel stuck in relationship patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, or struggling with ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences.
You might come to therapy feeling triggered in relationships, sensitive to rejection, emotionally overwhelmed, or unsure who you really are. This is common for adults with ADHD or attachment wounds. Therapy can help you regulate emotions, understand yourself better, and feel more secure in how you relate to others.
I’m Samantha, a Colchester-based relational integrative therapist working with adults who feel stuck in relationship patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, or struggling with ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences.
You might come to therapy feeling triggered in relationships, sensitive to rejection, emotionally overwhelmed, or unsure who you really are. This is common for adults with ADHD or attachment wounds. Therapy can help you regulate emotions, understand yourself better, and feel more secure in how you relate to others.
I work with individuals, Couples, Adults, Teenagers, Professional Athletes & People in the public eye.
Qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP Registered & MNCPS Accredited) Adv Diploma in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy. Diploma in Sex Addiction & Compulsive Behaviour. UMT Practitioner- Unconscious Mind Therapy & Hypnotherapy. I also hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Management in Health & Social care.
I work with individuals, Couples, Adults, Teenagers, Professional Athletes & People in the public eye.
Qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP Registered & MNCPS Accredited) Adv Diploma in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy. Diploma in Sex Addiction & Compulsive Behaviour. UMT Practitioner- Unconscious Mind Therapy & Hypnotherapy. I also hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Management in Health & Social care.
Do you feel overwhelmed, unsafe and lonely? Are you finding elements of your life a struggle and don't know where to turn? Can you no longer see the wood for the trees and have lost direction? Many people lose touch with the person they are supposed to be for many reasons and seek to find their true selves again but may just need a helping hand and support along the way. Counselling can be the first step back to removing the barriers which have kept you lost and help you back on the path you were intended to follow.
Do you feel overwhelmed, unsafe and lonely? Are you finding elements of your life a struggle and don't know where to turn? Can you no longer see the wood for the trees and have lost direction? Many people lose touch with the person they are supposed to be for many reasons and seek to find their true selves again but may just need a helping hand and support along the way. Counselling can be the first step back to removing the barriers which have kept you lost and help you back on the path you were intended to follow.
Are you navigating challenges with relationships, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour, hurt, unhappy or lost?
I specialise in Integrative Therapy, a collaborative approach grounded in deepening self-understanding. Tailored to you we can emphasise: making sense of and working through your experiences, exploring patterns of thinking, feeling, acting and relating, deeper self-connection and healing the root of your difficulties, developing practical ways for change.
Are you navigating challenges with relationships, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour, hurt, unhappy or lost?
I specialise in Integrative Therapy, a collaborative approach grounded in deepening self-understanding. Tailored to you we can emphasise: making sense of and working through your experiences, exploring patterns of thinking, feeling, acting and relating, deeper self-connection and healing the root of your difficulties, developing practical ways for change.
I can help with a variety of issues such as: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Low self-confidence/Self-esteem, Relationships issues, Loss/Bereavement, Anger, Abuse, Addiction and more.
Emotion can be overwhelming. You may feel pressure to change or feel unable to be true to yourself. Sometimes, past experiences can pull you down. You may feel shame or guilt, or feel completely lost. How would you feel if I told you that it is ok not to be ok, that your feelings are important and what you want from life matters? I work with people from all walks of life and I have had the privilege to witness the positive transformation and resilience that people have. You are not alone and I know change is possible.
I can help with a variety of issues such as: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Low self-confidence/Self-esteem, Relationships issues, Loss/Bereavement, Anger, Abuse, Addiction and more.
Emotion can be overwhelming. You may feel pressure to change or feel unable to be true to yourself. Sometimes, past experiences can pull you down. You may feel shame or guilt, or feel completely lost. How would you feel if I told you that it is ok not to be ok, that your feelings are important and what you want from life matters? I work with people from all walks of life and I have had the privilege to witness the positive transformation and resilience that people have. You are not alone and I know change is possible.
I am very experienced and have worked with many issues clients bring from relationship problems to work stress and low self esteem.
We can work together to achieve a solution to your issues, to understand you and why you react the way you do, to find coping strategies for the future and start the healing process from the past. I have decades of experience and use this, my ongoing training and our therapeutic relationship to help you work through things that bother you.
I am very experienced and have worked with many issues clients bring from relationship problems to work stress and low self esteem.
We can work together to achieve a solution to your issues, to understand you and why you react the way you do, to find coping strategies for the future and start the healing process from the past. I have decades of experience and use this, my ongoing training and our therapeutic relationship to help you work through things that bother you.
I specialise and work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their emotional well-being and relationship dynamics.
As an experienced integrative therapist, I offer a compassionate and client-centred approach that is tailored to the unique needs of each individual and couple. My specialty lies in helping clients navigate relationship dynamics, manage anxiety, and build resilience. I utilise a blend of therapeutic techniques, including Humanistic and Person-Centred model
I specialise and work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their emotional well-being and relationship dynamics.
As an experienced integrative therapist, I offer a compassionate and client-centred approach that is tailored to the unique needs of each individual and couple. My specialty lies in helping clients navigate relationship dynamics, manage anxiety, and build resilience. I utilise a blend of therapeutic techniques, including Humanistic and Person-Centred model
Through exploration of relationships through childhood and beyond we can identify unhealthy, reoccurring patterns and seek out alternative coping mechanisms.
Modern life can be very challenging. Sometimes the world can feel too hectic and noisy. Therapy can provide a safe, non-judgmental space for thinking about how we are feeling.
The first step is being able to recognise that we might need the help of a professional therapist to help identify what is weighing heavily on us and how we could embark upon a talking and, ultimately a healing journey.
Speaking with a therapist about what worries us, what is confusing and why it hurts can bring about transformative change and understanding. No problem is too big or too small.
Through exploration of relationships through childhood and beyond we can identify unhealthy, reoccurring patterns and seek out alternative coping mechanisms.
Modern life can be very challenging. Sometimes the world can feel too hectic and noisy. Therapy can provide a safe, non-judgmental space for thinking about how we are feeling.
The first step is being able to recognise that we might need the help of a professional therapist to help identify what is weighing heavily on us and how we could embark upon a talking and, ultimately a healing journey.
Speaking with a therapist about what worries us, what is confusing and why it hurts can bring about transformative change and understanding. No problem is too big or too small.
As a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy I am able to work with male or female clients, couples and regularly help young people from the age of 12 and above.
I specialise in working with adults and young people who have experienced sexual violence and abuse, domestic violence and bullying. I have volunteered for CARA (Care and Action of Rape and Abuse) and Ampersand (male survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence) and I very much enjoy helping my clients navigate this difficult healing process.
As a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy I am able to work with male or female clients, couples and regularly help young people from the age of 12 and above.
I specialise in working with adults and young people who have experienced sexual violence and abuse, domestic violence and bullying. I have volunteered for CARA (Care and Action of Rape and Abuse) and Ampersand (male survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence) and I very much enjoy helping my clients navigate this difficult healing process.
Some of the relationship problems I work with include communication issues, affairs and betrayals, family issues, parenting issues, separation and divorce.
As a trained sex therapist I can help with sexual difficulties. Some of the sexual problems I help with are; erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, painful intercourse, loss of desire, fear or avoidance of sex, sexual problems related to health, problems with arousal and impact of sexual abuse.
Some of the relationship problems I work with include communication issues, affairs and betrayals, family issues, parenting issues, separation and divorce.
As a trained sex therapist I can help with sexual difficulties. Some of the sexual problems I help with are; erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, painful intercourse, loss of desire, fear or avoidance of sex, sexual problems related to health, problems with arousal and impact of sexual abuse.
I have worked along side a local hospice working with loss and bereavement and also a couples and relationship therapist .
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
I have worked along side a local hospice working with loss and bereavement and also a couples and relationship therapist .
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
This will, in turn, help you understand yourself better and reach a solution or decision to resolve or cope with your situation, empower yourself and improve the quality of your life and relationships.
I have BA (Hons) in Person-centred counselling, which has helped in my understanding of various issues we face in our daily lives, garnered during my training and working with various clients, and offering pastoral care to members of my local community. These issues may include but not limited to depression, anxiety, bereavement, stress, trauma, divorce, etc. I will work in an empathetic, non-directive and non-judgemental way to ensure you get what you need from counselling by openly discussing and making shared decisions with you, with the belief that different clients need different things at different times
This will, in turn, help you understand yourself better and reach a solution or decision to resolve or cope with your situation, empower yourself and improve the quality of your life and relationships.
I have BA (Hons) in Person-centred counselling, which has helped in my understanding of various issues we face in our daily lives, garnered during my training and working with various clients, and offering pastoral care to members of my local community. These issues may include but not limited to depression, anxiety, bereavement, stress, trauma, divorce, etc. I will work in an empathetic, non-directive and non-judgemental way to ensure you get what you need from counselling by openly discussing and making shared decisions with you, with the belief that different clients need different things at different times
I work with adults, couples and children age 11-18 and and have experience in working with a wide range of issues that may be linked to past experiences or stressors in the present.
I offer both long term and short term sessions and have experience in working with a broad range of issues such as:- Anxiety, Depression and Low Mood, Trauma and Abuse Sexual Violence and Loss and Bereavement. I am passionate about inclusivity and I have extensive experience and understanding in working with neurodivergence, especially Autism and ADHD.
I work with adults, couples and children age 11-18 and and have experience in working with a wide range of issues that may be linked to past experiences or stressors in the present.
I offer both long term and short term sessions and have experience in working with a broad range of issues such as:- Anxiety, Depression and Low Mood, Trauma and Abuse Sexual Violence and Loss and Bereavement. I am passionate about inclusivity and I have extensive experience and understanding in working with neurodivergence, especially Autism and ADHD.
My counselling room is a place to celebrate you regardless of your Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity.
Therapy can be useful for a whole myriad of reasons. From needing to get things off your chest, to stopping living in the past. I offer a safe space to explore, and really feel what is going on in your life. Working together in a therapeutic alliance, we will aim to settle feelings and build resilience. Talking Therapy can be a good place to let go of pent up emotion, and help organise and sort yourself in a way that can help you feel ready to go and be more present in the day!
My counselling room is a place to celebrate you regardless of your Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity.
Therapy can be useful for a whole myriad of reasons. From needing to get things off your chest, to stopping living in the past. I offer a safe space to explore, and really feel what is going on in your life. Working together in a therapeutic alliance, we will aim to settle feelings and build resilience. Talking Therapy can be a good place to let go of pent up emotion, and help organise and sort yourself in a way that can help you feel ready to go and be more present in the day!
The Stockwell Centre has been providing psychotherapy and counselling in Colchester since 1976. Our therapists have varied backgrounds and training, but all share a psychodynamic approach. We provide a safe and confidential setting in which to explore feelings, thoughts, worries, memories and dreams, or to address the experience of bereavement.
We also offer couple counselling for those who are having difficulties in their relationship. In these sessions you will explore how these problems have arisen, look at communication issues, and what changes could be made.
The Stockwell Centre has been providing psychotherapy and counselling in Colchester since 1976. Our therapists have varied backgrounds and training, but all share a psychodynamic approach. We provide a safe and confidential setting in which to explore feelings, thoughts, worries, memories and dreams, or to address the experience of bereavement.
We also offer couple counselling for those who are having difficulties in their relationship. In these sessions you will explore how these problems have arisen, look at communication issues, and what changes could be made.
To see more please visit my website at- www.securebasetherapy.com
To see more please visit my website at- www.securebasetherapy.com
Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist for couples and individuals on online and in Essex.
I am trained in both relationship therapy and psychosexual therapy, so we can look at emotional, relational and physical aspects together. I frequently support couples in crisis, including after infidelity, desire mismatch or long periods without sex.
Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist for couples and individuals on online and in Essex.
I am trained in both relationship therapy and psychosexual therapy, so we can look at emotional, relational and physical aspects together. I frequently support couples in crisis, including after infidelity, desire mismatch or long periods without sex.
I support clients with:
- ADHD & Autism
• Depression & low mood
• Anxiety
• Eating disorders and body image
• Relationships with self and others
• Grief and loss
• Navigating big life decisions
• Overcoming mental blocks
Initially we will look at your reasons for coming to counselling and what you would like to improve in your life. I use Transactional Analysis in my work and we stay present focussed while exploring events in the past that might be negatively impacting your here and now reality.
I support clients with:
- ADHD & Autism
• Depression & low mood
• Anxiety
• Eating disorders and body image
• Relationships with self and others
• Grief and loss
• Navigating big life decisions
• Overcoming mental blocks
Initially we will look at your reasons for coming to counselling and what you would like to improve in your life. I use Transactional Analysis in my work and we stay present focussed while exploring events in the past that might be negatively impacting your here and now reality.
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Couples Counselling Counsellors
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.