Couples Counselling in Gateshead

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Talk Works
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Life is hard. Talking helps. Talk Works deliver counselling, CBT, EMDR and psychology to individuals who require mental health support. Therapy offers you a safe, confidential place to talk about your life and anything that may be distressing. Whenever we get people talking, great things happen.
Life is hard. Talking helps. Talk Works deliver counselling, CBT, EMDR and psychology to individuals who require mental health support. Therapy offers you a safe, confidential place to talk about your life and anything that may be distressing. Whenever we get people talking, great things happen.
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We provide counselling for couples in addition to individuals.
Our speciality is having a team of counsellors so we can always find the right person for you. We can offer counselling over Teams or on the telephone too if getting to our offices is impossible.
We provide counselling for couples in addition to individuals.
Our speciality is having a team of counsellors so we can always find the right person for you. We can offer counselling over Teams or on the telephone too if getting to our offices is impossible.
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Katy Scott
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people who have/are experiencing difficulties with any type of relationship such as romantic, family, work, peers, and people experiencing emotional abuse/coercion and control in relationships.
I carry out Individual Therapy and Relationship Therapy. I facilitate Individual and Group Clinical Supervision to trainee and qualified Therapists, and I carry out supervision with anyone in a work/voluntary role that requires support to work with people.
I work with people who have/are experiencing difficulties with any type of relationship such as romantic, family, work, peers, and people experiencing emotional abuse/coercion and control in relationships.
I carry out Individual Therapy and Relationship Therapy. I facilitate Individual and Group Clinical Supervision to trainee and qualified Therapists, and I carry out supervision with anyone in a work/voluntary role that requires support to work with people.
0191 917 9498 View 0191 917 9498
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Dr Louise Fernandes - Newcastle
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, and health-related challenges.
Hello and welcome - I’m really glad you’re here. I’m Louise, an experienced Clinical Psychologist. I support people with mental health difficulties, life changes, and adjusting to physical health conditions. I qualified in Newcastle in 2006 and have over 20 years’ experience in NHS community and hospital settings. I now run a private clinic in Jesmond and offer face-to-face, online, and telephone appointments for those aged 16+, so you can access support in a way that feels most comfortable for you. Concessionary rates are available for NHS and Blue Light workers.
I work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, and health-related challenges.
Hello and welcome - I’m really glad you’re here. I’m Louise, an experienced Clinical Psychologist. I support people with mental health difficulties, life changes, and adjusting to physical health conditions. I qualified in Newcastle in 2006 and have over 20 years’ experience in NHS community and hospital settings. I now run a private clinic in Jesmond and offer face-to-face, online, and telephone appointments for those aged 16+, so you can access support in a way that feels most comfortable for you. Concessionary rates are available for NHS and Blue Light workers.
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Raphael Kada
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling low, anxious, unsure, stuck, not as productive or just not enjoining the beautiful gift of life - let me help you understand yourself and your difficulties more to allow you to become unstuck, more productive and lead a healthier and happier life within your current circumstances however difficult these may be. Low mood or anxiety can feel hard to overcome or ever break free from but even just starting therapy makes this easier to manage and regulate. Become clearer in your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and way of life through clear, structured therapy at a time, place and space comfortable to you.
Are you feeling low, anxious, unsure, stuck, not as productive or just not enjoining the beautiful gift of life - let me help you understand yourself and your difficulties more to allow you to become unstuck, more productive and lead a healthier and happier life within your current circumstances however difficult these may be. Low mood or anxiety can feel hard to overcome or ever break free from but even just starting therapy makes this easier to manage and regulate. Become clearer in your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and way of life through clear, structured therapy at a time, place and space comfortable to you.
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Victoria Hunter
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you often feel misunderstood, overwhelmed by your emotions, or trapped in patterns you can’t quite explain, you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with appear capable on the outside while carrying shame, self-criticism, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences internally. They want to feel steadier, less reactive, and more in control of their lives. Together, we focus on building emotional resilience, understanding how the past is shaping the present, and creating meaningful change before things reach crisis point.
If you often feel misunderstood, overwhelmed by your emotions, or trapped in patterns you can’t quite explain, you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with appear capable on the outside while carrying shame, self-criticism, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences internally. They want to feel steadier, less reactive, and more in control of their lives. Together, we focus on building emotional resilience, understanding how the past is shaping the present, and creating meaningful change before things reach crisis point.
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Denise Hopkins
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you find relationships are difficult and you can't seem to understand why?
As a humanistic therapist I put you and your needs in the forefront, exploring how best to support you through this difficult time. I work interactively using different modalities, such as Transactional Analysis and looking into past, Interpersonal Psychotherapy exploring symptoms and current life events and EMDR for trauma and PTSD.
Do you find relationships are difficult and you can't seem to understand why?
As a humanistic therapist I put you and your needs in the forefront, exploring how best to support you through this difficult time. I work interactively using different modalities, such as Transactional Analysis and looking into past, Interpersonal Psychotherapy exploring symptoms and current life events and EMDR for trauma and PTSD.
0191 917 9319 View 0191 917 9319
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Kate Fitzgibbon
Counsellor, MA
Serves Area
I have over 30 years experience, working privately, within the NHS, relate couples counselling, drug & alcohol services, refugee & disability agencies & as a coach.
I offer a supportive space for healing and growth, drawing on psychodynamic, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based approaches. My work honours the mind–body–spirit connection. Sessions are available in person, by video, or phone—locally and internationally. Get in touch to learn more.
I have over 30 years experience, working privately, within the NHS, relate couples counselling, drug & alcohol services, refugee & disability agencies & as a coach.
I offer a supportive space for healing and growth, drawing on psychodynamic, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based approaches. My work honours the mind–body–spirit connection. Sessions are available in person, by video, or phone—locally and internationally. Get in touch to learn more.
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Anthony Simpson
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Whether you're seeking a sounding board for difficult emotions, a partner in problem-solving, or simply a non-judgmental presence, I am here to support you in the way that feels most beneficial.
I know how many potential barriers you may face in seeking therapy, so I work to be flexible to support your needs. I work face-to-face, via video call, and via phone, whatever suits you best. Having trained in a wide range of counselling techniques and with hundreds of client hours, I'm able to adapt my methods to suit your individual needs and preferences.
Whether you're seeking a sounding board for difficult emotions, a partner in problem-solving, or simply a non-judgmental presence, I am here to support you in the way that feels most beneficial.
I know how many potential barriers you may face in seeking therapy, so I work to be flexible to support your needs. I work face-to-face, via video call, and via phone, whatever suits you best. Having trained in a wide range of counselling techniques and with hundreds of client hours, I'm able to adapt my methods to suit your individual needs and preferences.
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Peter Robinson-Vernon
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Specialising in Sex therapy, anger management, stress, anxiety and LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships and men's issues.
As a Psychosexual therapist I offer sex therapy to all individuals both in on a one-to-one and couples, as a licensed anger management counsellor I offer counselling on a one to one basis, I deliver a a personalised approach and interventions to everyone. I also have a special interest in anxiety.
Specialising in Sex therapy, anger management, stress, anxiety and LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships and men's issues.
As a Psychosexual therapist I offer sex therapy to all individuals both in on a one-to-one and couples, as a licensed anger management counsellor I offer counselling on a one to one basis, I deliver a a personalised approach and interventions to everyone. I also have a special interest in anxiety.
0191 917 9619 View 0191 917 9619
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Jesmond Therapy Centre
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Coming for therapy can help you to identify what the issues are so that you can feel better about yourself, your relationships, your work and your life.
Our range of talking therapies primarily focus on counselling and psychotherapy for children (aged 9 and above) and for adults, couples and families. We also offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR Therapy (Trauma therapy) as well as a Counselling Psychologist.
Coming for therapy can help you to identify what the issues are so that you can feel better about yourself, your relationships, your work and your life.
Our range of talking therapies primarily focus on counselling and psychotherapy for children (aged 9 and above) and for adults, couples and families. We also offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR Therapy (Trauma therapy) as well as a Counselling Psychologist.
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Dragonfly therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I offer specialisms in attachment, trauma, depression, special needs, relationship, family issues and anxiety.
Hello, I'm Vickie, creator of Dragonfly therapy. My aim is to support you in a holistic way to work through underlying issues in a safe and non-judgemental space. Together we will explore, process and work through your experiences, and our work together will be centered on you reaching your ultimate goals. What ever you bring to the session as an individual, is personal to you and I will work at your pace to navigate and support you emotionally on this journey of discovery together.
I offer specialisms in attachment, trauma, depression, special needs, relationship, family issues and anxiety.
Hello, I'm Vickie, creator of Dragonfly therapy. My aim is to support you in a holistic way to work through underlying issues in a safe and non-judgemental space. Together we will explore, process and work through your experiences, and our work together will be centered on you reaching your ultimate goals. What ever you bring to the session as an individual, is personal to you and I will work at your pace to navigate and support you emotionally on this journey of discovery together.
01482 429282 View 01482 429282
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Alice Boyd
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I am Alice Boyd, an accredited NCPS registered psychotherapeutic counsellor, working with adults facing varying difficulties in life, from a diverse range of social and cultural backgrounds. I offer client-led pluralistic counselling. What does this mean? Put simply, every individual is unique and as such we all have different needs. You are the expert in what works for you. Together we can draw on a range of therapeutic methods to help you reach your full potential. Flexibility depending on individual needs is key in my therapeutic approach.
I am Alice Boyd, an accredited NCPS registered psychotherapeutic counsellor, working with adults facing varying difficulties in life, from a diverse range of social and cultural backgrounds. I offer client-led pluralistic counselling. What does this mean? Put simply, every individual is unique and as such we all have different needs. You are the expert in what works for you. Together we can draw on a range of therapeutic methods to help you reach your full potential. Flexibility depending on individual needs is key in my therapeutic approach.
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My Family Psychologist
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
1 Endorsed
Morpeth NE61
Families and relationships.
My work is to empower you to understand and manage your own and your family's psychological wellbeing. From initial confusion and hopelessness the end game is enlightenment and clarity. I rely on data, clear aims, objectives, and objective measurement.
Families and relationships.
My work is to empower you to understand and manage your own and your family's psychological wellbeing. From initial confusion and hopelessness the end game is enlightenment and clarity. I rely on data, clear aims, objectives, and objective measurement.
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Marking Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Perhaps you’re grieving, questioning your identity or sexuality, managing complex relationships, or feeling caught between cultures, family and who you really are.
I offer integrative therapy tailored to you, especially around grief, anxiety, identity, sexuality, gender and relationship difficulties. I have particular experience with LGBTQIA+, GSRD and multicultural clients. Using CBT, humanistic therapy, mindfulness and hypnotherapy, I offer a calm space to explore safely and find practical ways to cope and grow.
Perhaps you’re grieving, questioning your identity or sexuality, managing complex relationships, or feeling caught between cultures, family and who you really are.
I offer integrative therapy tailored to you, especially around grief, anxiety, identity, sexuality, gender and relationship difficulties. I have particular experience with LGBTQIA+, GSRD and multicultural clients. Using CBT, humanistic therapy, mindfulness and hypnotherapy, I offer a calm space to explore safely and find practical ways to cope and grow.
0191 743 7740 View 0191 743 7740
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IAS Ltd
Psychotherapist, BACP
I have over 25 years of experience working with adults - couples and young people who are experiencing, anxiety, depression along with other emotional and psychological distress.
My role is to help you to think more clearly, or look at things from a different perspective, to become more aware of your own thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. I will also help you to evaluate how accurate or helpful your current thinking patterns are and assist you to consider alternative ways of perceiving how things are in your life. Help to reassess?
I have over 25 years of experience working with adults - couples and young people who are experiencing, anxiety, depression along with other emotional and psychological distress.
My role is to help you to think more clearly, or look at things from a different perspective, to become more aware of your own thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. I will also help you to evaluate how accurate or helpful your current thinking patterns are and assist you to consider alternative ways of perceiving how things are in your life. Help to reassess?
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Emily Esinam Abonie
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy offers a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, or families to be themselves, discuss the challenges they face, and embark on a journey of self-discovery.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I draw from various therapeutic approaches to address the whole person—mind, body, and emotions. This includes psychodynamic, existential, and person-centred approaches, enabling us to explore your strengths and potential alongside the challenges you’re facing. I am a Registered member (MBACP) of the BACP.
Therapy offers a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, or families to be themselves, discuss the challenges they face, and embark on a journey of self-discovery.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I draw from various therapeutic approaches to address the whole person—mind, body, and emotions. This includes psychodynamic, existential, and person-centred approaches, enabling us to explore your strengths and potential alongside the challenges you’re facing. I am a Registered member (MBACP) of the BACP.
020 3838 0726 View 020 3838 0726
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Dr Lauren Selfe
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
I offer in person and online sessions to individuals and couples.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and BACP registered therapist based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. I am a person-centred and integrative practitioner, which means I draw on a range of theories and approaches to create a therapy unique to you.
I offer in person and online sessions to individuals and couples.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and BACP registered therapist based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. I am a person-centred and integrative practitioner, which means I draw on a range of theories and approaches to create a therapy unique to you.
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Karen Hepburn
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I also work as a Couples Therapist and have a background in health and fitness, therefore, work from a holistic perspective with clients to enhance self-care.
I believe the client knows themselves better than anyone. I will work with you from your own perspective in relation to your needs, therefore, making a positive change within your life to understand and to be able to cope in a more constructive, and different way that is more conducive to your everyday life and others around you.
I also work as a Couples Therapist and have a background in health and fitness, therefore, work from a holistic perspective with clients to enhance self-care.
I believe the client knows themselves better than anyone. I will work with you from your own perspective in relation to your needs, therefore, making a positive change within your life to understand and to be able to cope in a more constructive, and different way that is more conducive to your everyday life and others around you.
0191 917 2262 View 0191 917 2262
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Tidal Therapy Services
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Seaham SR7
I offer a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can explore sexual or relationship concerns safely and confidentially.
Counselling provides an opportunity to work through what is happening within your life, in a safe, accepted therapeutic space, where you are free to explore who you are and focus upon what brings you to counselling. Counselling enables you to gain support, to be truly heard and listened to, by a skilled professional, someone who is patient, present and focused upon supporting you without any judgement, with whatever your needs may be.
I offer a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can explore sexual or relationship concerns safely and confidentially.
Counselling provides an opportunity to work through what is happening within your life, in a safe, accepted therapeutic space, where you are free to explore who you are and focus upon what brings you to counselling. Counselling enables you to gain support, to be truly heard and listened to, by a skilled professional, someone who is patient, present and focused upon supporting you without any judgement, with whatever your needs may be.
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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.