Couples Counselling in Frinton-on-Sea

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S E Listens
Counsellor, MBACP
My name is Samantha Earnshaw. I have a vast amount of experience in many many areas of life. I am fully qualified to Degree level in counselling and Psychotherapy. I'm a very straight talking empathic honest person. I care about people and their feelings and I'm strong enough to hold individuals and their pain. I understand the most complexities of situations and people's lives. Let me be a part of your journey. My dog Dr Watson works with me he is a registered psychiatric therapy dog, so if you are happy around dogs he will love working with us. Making also terrariums with the bereaved to put their ashes in, human and pets
My name is Samantha Earnshaw. I have a vast amount of experience in many many areas of life. I am fully qualified to Degree level in counselling and Psychotherapy. I'm a very straight talking empathic honest person. I care about people and their feelings and I'm strong enough to hold individuals and their pain. I understand the most complexities of situations and people's lives. Let me be a part of your journey. My dog Dr Watson works with me he is a registered psychiatric therapy dog, so if you are happy around dogs he will love working with us. Making also terrariums with the bereaved to put their ashes in, human and pets
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Kin & Compass
Counsellor, MBACP
I’m Sara, a BACP-registered integrative counsellor and systemic practitioner offering 1:1 therapy, couples and family sessions, and life consultancy.
I work with adults on trauma, loss, shame, grief, identity, and belonging, including adoption-related experiences. Using an integrative, relational, and systemic approach, I combine psychodynamic, person-centred, body-based, and creative methods to explore patterns, relationships, and context, fostering insight, clarity, and resilience
I’m Sara, a BACP-registered integrative counsellor and systemic practitioner offering 1:1 therapy, couples and family sessions, and life consultancy.
I work with adults on trauma, loss, shame, grief, identity, and belonging, including adoption-related experiences. Using an integrative, relational, and systemic approach, I combine psychodynamic, person-centred, body-based, and creative methods to explore patterns, relationships, and context, fostering insight, clarity, and resilience
01255 440674 View 01255 440674
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Essex Inspire Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an integrative therapist, considering your autonomy throughout our working relationship.
Hello, I'm Laura and I understand that life at times can be challenging and as human beings it is natural to seek support during difficult times. If you have found yourself here, you have taken the first step in a difficult period in your life or that of a loved one. I offer a supportive and non judgemental space to explore those uncomfortable feelings, and together we can work towards you feeling able to deal with lifes challenges in a more manageable way. I work in a variety of ways to best support your needs and work in a collaborative way with you, beside you in your journey to a more content way of living.
I am an integrative therapist, considering your autonomy throughout our working relationship.
Hello, I'm Laura and I understand that life at times can be challenging and as human beings it is natural to seek support during difficult times. If you have found yourself here, you have taken the first step in a difficult period in your life or that of a loved one. I offer a supportive and non judgemental space to explore those uncomfortable feelings, and together we can work towards you feeling able to deal with lifes challenges in a more manageable way. I work in a variety of ways to best support your needs and work in a collaborative way with you, beside you in your journey to a more content way of living.
01255 441534 View 01255 441534
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Paul Berry
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
When something destabilises them — a relationship crisis, pressure at work, or a life event — they can suddenly feel unlike themselves.
I am a counselling psychotherapist with over 13 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My work often involves relationship strain, emotional distance, and the pressures that come with demanding professional roles.
When something destabilises them — a relationship crisis, pressure at work, or a life event — they can suddenly feel unlike themselves.
I am a counselling psychotherapist with over 13 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My work often involves relationship strain, emotional distance, and the pressures that come with demanding professional roles.
020 4634 5584 View 020 4634 5584

More Therapists Nearby

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Sian Elizabeth Hines
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past.
I offer the following counselling services: Face to face, mobile at home therapy (risk assessed) for those with illnesses/disabilities, online therapy, telephone and Walk&Talk therapy. I cover a wide range of counselling needs. I am an integrative counsellor so I take different modalities and blend them to make the perfect blend of support for you.
To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past.
I offer the following counselling services: Face to face, mobile at home therapy (risk assessed) for those with illnesses/disabilities, online therapy, telephone and Walk&Talk therapy. I cover a wide range of counselling needs. I am an integrative counsellor so I take different modalities and blend them to make the perfect blend of support for you.
01702 967425 View 01702 967425
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Dr Lara Lopes de Jesus
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and burnout.
I offer integrative psychological therapy tailored to your needs, drawing on CBT, CFT, psychodynamic thinking, and IFS. I help you understand unhelpful patterns, reduce distress, and build emotional resilience, while working at a pace that feels safe, collaborative, and supportive.
I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and burnout.
I offer integrative psychological therapy tailored to your needs, drawing on CBT, CFT, psychodynamic thinking, and IFS. I help you understand unhelpful patterns, reduce distress, and build emotional resilience, while working at a pace that feels safe, collaborative, and supportive.
01245 945938 View 01245 945938
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HMA Talk Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Ipswich IP1
I am deeply curious about the 'Whole' person, their unconscious mind, methods of coping, Values system, early experiences and later relationship patterns.
If you are feeling lost or overwhelmed by past, present, or future concerns, I can offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore these experiences at your own pace. I have practiced therapeutically for over 7 years, and I am highly experienced in working across diverse socio-cultural backgrounds and settings- including the NHS and Third-sector organisations. I have a BSc & MSc in Psychology, and I am nearing completion of my Doctoral Training in Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy. My clinical work is confidentially and robustly supported by a highly qualified and experienced Clinical Supervisior.
I am deeply curious about the 'Whole' person, their unconscious mind, methods of coping, Values system, early experiences and later relationship patterns.
If you are feeling lost or overwhelmed by past, present, or future concerns, I can offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore these experiences at your own pace. I have practiced therapeutically for over 7 years, and I am highly experienced in working across diverse socio-cultural backgrounds and settings- including the NHS and Third-sector organisations. I have a BSc & MSc in Psychology, and I am nearing completion of my Doctoral Training in Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy. My clinical work is confidentially and robustly supported by a highly qualified and experienced Clinical Supervisior.
01473 974899 View 01473 974899
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SL Psychology Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Sometimes this means our relationships might suffer, or our life, career and family choices.
I can help you both from a Cognitive Analytic Therapy perspective and other approaches, such as EMDR, as needed. I am also interested in holistic approaches alongside, to be able to form a team around the individual. I have experience in pain management too. I will walk alongside you as we build a shared understanding of the path you are on.
Sometimes this means our relationships might suffer, or our life, career and family choices.
I can help you both from a Cognitive Analytic Therapy perspective and other approaches, such as EMDR, as needed. I am also interested in holistic approaches alongside, to be able to form a team around the individual. I have experience in pain management too. I will walk alongside you as we build a shared understanding of the path you are on.
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Jane Susan Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
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
01206 489875 View 01206 489875
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Counselling with Angela
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Whether you're experiencing a sudden or unexpected crisis, such as relationship breakdown or bereavement, or you're feeling stressed or anxious at work, or simply feeling low for no apparent reason, help is available and you don't have to be alone.
It's OK to not be OK. Whatever you're going through, counselling can help. We all have a past, a present, and a future. Our past can affect our present and our present can affect our future. Whether your past is causing issues here and now, or if you are currently experiencing difficulties now that may affect your future, you are not alone. I am trained and qualified in various techniques and use an integrative approach - using a combination of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each individual. This is the most effective way to get positive results.
Whether you're experiencing a sudden or unexpected crisis, such as relationship breakdown or bereavement, or you're feeling stressed or anxious at work, or simply feeling low for no apparent reason, help is available and you don't have to be alone.
It's OK to not be OK. Whatever you're going through, counselling can help. We all have a past, a present, and a future. Our past can affect our present and our present can affect our future. Whether your past is causing issues here and now, or if you are currently experiencing difficulties now that may affect your future, you are not alone. I am trained and qualified in various techniques and use an integrative approach - using a combination of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each individual. This is the most effective way to get positive results.
01245 945281 View 01245 945281
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Lynda P Gooby
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a fully accredited,qualified integrative counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist providing time-limited and longer term therapy for adults, children and couples.
Qualified 2011. I am an experienced/accredited Clinical and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist. Hypnotherapy is the application of visualisation and relaxation techniques combined with psychotherapeutic treatment strategies. My therapeutic approach is based on eclectic principles which means that I have the capability to draw on a wide range of methodology.
I am a fully accredited,qualified integrative counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist providing time-limited and longer term therapy for adults, children and couples.
Qualified 2011. I am an experienced/accredited Clinical and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist. Hypnotherapy is the application of visualisation and relaxation techniques combined with psychotherapeutic treatment strategies. My therapeutic approach is based on eclectic principles which means that I have the capability to draw on a wide range of methodology.
01245 673770 View 01245 673770
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Victoria Elizabeth Wallis
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have been a Clinical Psychologist for 14 years and specialise in working with parents of children with mental health / behaviour difficulties. This includes parents of older children who are struggling and may or may not be accessing their own support. I work with parents whose children are experiencing a range of mental health and behaviour difficulties. This includes addiction; anxiety; low mood; suicidality; OCD; eating disorders; those who are withdrawn, not talking, and who do not leave their rooms; and those who struggle with anger and aggression.
I have been a Clinical Psychologist for 14 years and specialise in working with parents of children with mental health / behaviour difficulties. This includes parents of older children who are struggling and may or may not be accessing their own support. I work with parents whose children are experiencing a range of mental health and behaviour difficulties. This includes addiction; anxiety; low mood; suicidality; OCD; eating disorders; those who are withdrawn, not talking, and who do not leave their rooms; and those who struggle with anger and aggression.
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Sandra Mellor
Counsellor, MBACP
Harwich CO12
I work with adults and couples experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; self harm; low self-esteem.
Diploma in Integrative Counselling and BACP Registered Member. Therapeutic play practitioner. Enhanced DBS Certificate. Professional Indemnity Insurance. I offer creative and collaborative face to face supervision to support experienced and trainee counsellors with their client caseload.
I work with adults and couples experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; self harm; low self-esteem.
Diploma in Integrative Counselling and BACP Registered Member. Therapeutic play practitioner. Enhanced DBS Certificate. Professional Indemnity Insurance. I offer creative and collaborative face to face supervision to support experienced and trainee counsellors with their client caseload.
01255 448792 View 01255 448792
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Caroline L Cameron
Counsellor, MBACP
Hockley SS5
You may have difficulties with your mental health, self-esteem and wellbeing, be experiencing loss, processing grief, having difficulties at work, in relationships or seeking to work through trauma, past, present or childhood issues.
I offer a safe space for you to use in the way best suited to you. I am an integrative counselling psychotherapist with a background in social work. This grounding allows me to use a variety of models and tools, with an awareness of social issues impacting adults, children, young people and families. Empathy, non-judgement and openness underpin my work.
You may have difficulties with your mental health, self-esteem and wellbeing, be experiencing loss, processing grief, having difficulties at work, in relationships or seeking to work through trauma, past, present or childhood issues.
I offer a safe space for you to use in the way best suited to you. I am an integrative counselling psychotherapist with a background in social work. This grounding allows me to use a variety of models and tools, with an awareness of social issues impacting adults, children, young people and families. Empathy, non-judgement and openness underpin my work.
01702 655070 View 01702 655070
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Mark John Penfold
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
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.
01206 879958 View 01206 879958
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Paul Wadey
Psychotherapist, MRes, MBACP Accred
Nayland CO6
My clients are individuals, couples, or families (ages 6 to 65+) seeking profound change over months/years.
I offer integrated psychotherapy (relational psychodynamic, systemic, trauma-informed) for individuals, couples, and families. Specialising in Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma/PTSD, I use 25,000 hours of experience and methods like EMDR to help clients find clarity and unlock potential.
My clients are individuals, couples, or families (ages 6 to 65+) seeking profound change over months/years.
I offer integrated psychotherapy (relational psychodynamic, systemic, trauma-informed) for individuals, couples, and families. Specialising in Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma/PTSD, I use 25,000 hours of experience and methods like EMDR to help clients find clarity and unlock potential.
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Ky Harkins Life Counselling Services
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer counselling to adults and teenagers for various different issues including anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, trauma, abuse, panic attacks, OCD, couples counselling etc
Most of my clients come to me knowing they are not happy but they don't always know why. Sometimes it is because of the people and circumstances around them and sometimes it is because they keep repeating the same behaviours that are not producing a happy life for them. My job is to help people understand what it is in their lives that they are not happy with, or want to change and to imagine a life with the new changes in it. I work with the client to provide a safe, comfortable environment for them to explore what is going on for them and how they can make the changes to live a happy, fulfilling life.
I offer counselling to adults and teenagers for various different issues including anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, trauma, abuse, panic attacks, OCD, couples counselling etc
Most of my clients come to me knowing they are not happy but they don't always know why. Sometimes it is because of the people and circumstances around them and sometimes it is because they keep repeating the same behaviours that are not producing a happy life for them. My job is to help people understand what it is in their lives that they are not happy with, or want to change and to imagine a life with the new changes in it. I work with the client to provide a safe, comfortable environment for them to explore what is going on for them and how they can make the changes to live a happy, fulfilling life.
01702 967241 View 01702 967241
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Include Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Leiston IP16
Waitlist for new clients
Using tailored techniques, I’ll work alongside you move forwards through relationship challenges, career decisions, or personal growth.
Grounded in the person-centred approach, I collaborate gently with my clients, moving at their pace to foster an empathetic and authentic understanding of their experiences. I aim to work mindfully, prioritising my client's well-being while helping them reach their insights and conclusions. I also offer one-off solution-focused counselling and EMDR therapy.
Using tailored techniques, I’ll work alongside you move forwards through relationship challenges, career decisions, or personal growth.
Grounded in the person-centred approach, I collaborate gently with my clients, moving at their pace to foster an empathetic and authentic understanding of their experiences. I aim to work mindfully, prioritising my client's well-being while helping them reach their insights and conclusions. I also offer one-off solution-focused counselling and EMDR therapy.
01502 440563 View 01502 440563
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Cara Japon Mbacp Gmbpss
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia, anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns.
I have over 11 years experience of working with Carers/family members or friends who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. I offer individual, family and relationship counselling. I also offer family/group therapy (up to 3) for people who have recently been diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's and their families.
I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia, anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns.
I have over 11 years experience of working with Carers/family members or friends who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. I offer individual, family and relationship counselling. I also offer family/group therapy (up to 3) for people who have recently been diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's and their families.
01245 823724 View 01245 823724
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The Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My specialities lie in relationships.
I offer both in person counselling based in Chelmsford for individuals, couples and neurodivergent adults. I am central, free parking and a warm, cosy and safe environment. I can also offer online or telephone counselling for individuals who live further away and cannot get to Chelmsford.
My specialities lie in relationships.
I offer both in person counselling based in Chelmsford for individuals, couples and neurodivergent adults. I am central, free parking and a warm, cosy and safe environment. I can also offer online or telephone counselling for individuals who live further away and cannot get to Chelmsford.
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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.