Couples Counselling in Leeds

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Paramount Therapy Center Limited
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Leeds LS11
I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
I integrate different therapeutic & psychotherapy theoretical models in working with my clients depending on the client’s presenting issues. My aim is to provide counselling and psychotherapy in a confidential, non-judgmental, secure and welcoming environment all aimed at helping you achieve those changes that you want in your life.
I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
I integrate different therapeutic & psychotherapy theoretical models in working with my clients depending on the client’s presenting issues. My aim is to provide counselling and psychotherapy in a confidential, non-judgmental, secure and welcoming environment all aimed at helping you achieve those changes that you want in your life.
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Rachel Spence
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I am a Relate trained counsellor experienced at working with both couples and individuals.
I work with a wide range of problems including communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, divorce, affairs, self esteem, grief, issues of trust, difficulties with the wider family, cultural differences, and changes in the relationship such as a new baby, illness and retirement . Whether in crisis or feeling "just off" this is a space to create change.
I am a Relate trained counsellor experienced at working with both couples and individuals.
I work with a wide range of problems including communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, divorce, affairs, self esteem, grief, issues of trust, difficulties with the wider family, cultural differences, and changes in the relationship such as a new baby, illness and retirement . Whether in crisis or feeling "just off" this is a space to create change.
0113 467 9116 View 0113 467 9116
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Dr Gill S Hebb-Walker
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
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Lou Goodwin
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT General
Leeds LS12
I am a therapist specialising in kink-aware and sex-positive support for individuals, couples, and those in open or polyamorous relationships.
My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in collaboration. I provide a secure space for exploration, questioning, and rebuilding, while working with you to identify and clarify your values.
I am a therapist specialising in kink-aware and sex-positive support for individuals, couples, and those in open or polyamorous relationships.
My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in collaboration. I provide a secure space for exploration, questioning, and rebuilding, while working with you to identify and clarify your values.
0113 519 4468 View 0113 519 4468
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Sana Israr Khwaja
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Leeds LS17
I have worked with individuals who have struggled with depression, anxiety and issues are their identity or their self-esteem - and couples, children and young people who have struggled with addiction, life changes, bereavement, and trauma.
As an integrative psychotherapist, my ideal clients are those who prefer a warm, individualised approach. I work with a person-centred approach, and I believe that when we are provided with an environment that is non-judgemental and allows you space and safety to explore your thoughts and feelings, anyone can grow. I believe that we can all discover that we have the strength within us to find the answers we seek, courage to change the aspects of our life that we need to and feel at peace with the person that we are.
I have worked with individuals who have struggled with depression, anxiety and issues are their identity or their self-esteem - and couples, children and young people who have struggled with addiction, life changes, bereavement, and trauma.
As an integrative psychotherapist, my ideal clients are those who prefer a warm, individualised approach. I work with a person-centred approach, and I believe that when we are provided with an environment that is non-judgemental and allows you space and safety to explore your thoughts and feelings, anyone can grow. I believe that we can all discover that we have the strength within us to find the answers we seek, courage to change the aspects of our life that we need to and feel at peace with the person that we are.
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Lynda Mayall Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Leeds LS27
Hello,since qualifying in 1992 I have had the great privilege to work alongside many clients seeking help with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, low self esteem, confidence issues, OCD, ADHD.
I work with my clients to find the best way forward. This means I taylor my modalities to your need. Maybe CBT might be best, or Transactional Analysis or Gestalt or Person Centred or a mixture of them with life coaching or hypnosis. Counselling is about change and sometimes that may require homework too.
Hello,since qualifying in 1992 I have had the great privilege to work alongside many clients seeking help with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, low self esteem, confidence issues, OCD, ADHD.
I work with my clients to find the best way forward. This means I taylor my modalities to your need. Maybe CBT might be best, or Transactional Analysis or Gestalt or Person Centred or a mixture of them with life coaching or hypnosis. Counselling is about change and sometimes that may require homework too.
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David Clancy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Leeds LS1
People come to psychoanalytically informed therapy for many reasons—depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, stress, shame, or low self-esteem.
Psychoanalytic therapy deepens our understanding of ourselves, our relationships, and the emotional challenges that naturally arise in life. Through the therapeutic relationship, it offers a safe space to explore the difficulties we face and the patterns that shape them. I also offer clinical supervision.
People come to psychoanalytically informed therapy for many reasons—depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, stress, shame, or low self-esteem.
Psychoanalytic therapy deepens our understanding of ourselves, our relationships, and the emotional challenges that naturally arise in life. Through the therapeutic relationship, it offers a safe space to explore the difficulties we face and the patterns that shape them. I also offer clinical supervision.
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Jo Paine
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Leeds LS18
Or it might be something seemingly more vague: are you wondering why your partner no longer listens to you, or why you suddenly hate Monday mornings?
As an integrative counsellor, I will help you work through whatever issues you bring to our shared space, using the most appropriate therapeutic approach. I recognise that what works for one person might not work for another, and no two people feel the same about what might appear to be a similar ‘thing’ on the outside. After all, you are the expert on you. You have taken the first step, by recognising that you need some help. My practice is called Elpis Therapy - indicating something we all need at times of emotional distress: ‘hope’.
Or it might be something seemingly more vague: are you wondering why your partner no longer listens to you, or why you suddenly hate Monday mornings?
As an integrative counsellor, I will help you work through whatever issues you bring to our shared space, using the most appropriate therapeutic approach. I recognise that what works for one person might not work for another, and no two people feel the same about what might appear to be a similar ‘thing’ on the outside. After all, you are the expert on you. You have taken the first step, by recognising that you need some help. My practice is called Elpis Therapy - indicating something we all need at times of emotional distress: ‘hope’.
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Reachout Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Leeds LS7
I offer support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, couples counselling, grief, bereavement, self-esteem, self-worth, trauma, stress, self-care, confidence, addictions, anger issues, and PTSD.
With years of experience as a registered Counsellor, I support clients facing challenges ranging from anxiety, grief, stress, depression, and self-esteem issues to relationship and couples counselling, trauma, anger, and addictions. My approach is collaborative and empathetic, providing a confidential space for clients to explore their feelings together.
I offer support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, couples counselling, grief, bereavement, self-esteem, self-worth, trauma, stress, self-care, confidence, addictions, anger issues, and PTSD.
With years of experience as a registered Counsellor, I support clients facing challenges ranging from anxiety, grief, stress, depression, and self-esteem issues to relationship and couples counselling, trauma, anger, and addictions. My approach is collaborative and empathetic, providing a confidential space for clients to explore their feelings together.
0113 519 5997 View 0113 519 5997
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Dr Caroline Bligh
Verified Verified
Leeds LS16
The ongoing demands of work, personal relationships and/or family responsibilities may be reducing your energy levels.
However, there is no need to struggle alone. Once you have discussed your concerns with me, and identified achievable key goals, my role is then to support you in finding an alternative and more effective way forward. I can offer you bespoke, person-centred, therapeutic coaching which aims to break down the barriers that are hindering reaching your goals.
The ongoing demands of work, personal relationships and/or family responsibilities may be reducing your energy levels.
However, there is no need to struggle alone. Once you have discussed your concerns with me, and identified achievable key goals, my role is then to support you in finding an alternative and more effective way forward. I can offer you bespoke, person-centred, therapeutic coaching which aims to break down the barriers that are hindering reaching your goals.
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Jared Clayton
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Leeds LS1
Waitlist for new clients
Most of us will face times in our lives where we experience unwanted thoughts and emotions, that may leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected and unable to cope. I am an Integrative Counsellor who works from a relational perspective. This means that my counselling is based around an understanding of the interrelated and multilayered nature of human experience. I combine this with an interest in how we relate to ourselves, others and the world around us today and in our past. My style is non-directive and person-centred, so that I work collaboratively with you and the issues that you choose, at a pace that feels comfortable for you
Most of us will face times in our lives where we experience unwanted thoughts and emotions, that may leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected and unable to cope. I am an Integrative Counsellor who works from a relational perspective. This means that my counselling is based around an understanding of the interrelated and multilayered nature of human experience. I combine this with an interest in how we relate to ourselves, others and the world around us today and in our past. My style is non-directive and person-centred, so that I work collaboratively with you and the issues that you choose, at a pace that feels comfortable for you
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Christine Egan
Counsellor, MBACP
Leeds LS18
Perhaps relationships feel strained, family dynamics are difficult, or past experiences continue to affect your confidence and sense of self.
I am a person-centred counsellor and clinical supervisor based in Leeds, with additional training in couples therapy. Before retraining, I worked as a cardiac nurse and health visitor, bringing experience of vulnerability, safeguarding and professional accountability into my practice.
Perhaps relationships feel strained, family dynamics are difficult, or past experiences continue to affect your confidence and sense of self.
I am a person-centred counsellor and clinical supervisor based in Leeds, with additional training in couples therapy. Before retraining, I worked as a cardiac nurse and health visitor, bringing experience of vulnerability, safeguarding and professional accountability into my practice.
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Louise Dougill
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Leeds LS26
Clients come to me for support with a number of issues such as anxiety, neurodiversity struggles, relationship & sexual issues.
Whether it's long term therapy you'd like, or a one off session about a current issue, I have a relaxing, discreet, purpose built private consultation room, where clients feel safe and comfortable. I'm also happy to meet via video call if that works best for you. I work in a relaxed, non judgemental and informal style, so will always let you set the pace.
Clients come to me for support with a number of issues such as anxiety, neurodiversity struggles, relationship & sexual issues.
Whether it's long term therapy you'd like, or a one off session about a current issue, I have a relaxing, discreet, purpose built private consultation room, where clients feel safe and comfortable. I'm also happy to meet via video call if that works best for you. I work in a relaxed, non judgemental and informal style, so will always let you set the pace.
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Nea Clark
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
Leeds LS8
I provide compassionate support to individuals and couples navigating life and relationship challenges, including those affected by ADHD.
I specialise in ADHD. I developed a professional treatment plan and authored a book on ADHD. My work also includes relationship issues, divorce and separation, couples counselling, life transitions, work-related stress, emotional and mental burnout, miscarriage and pregnancy loss, IVF support, infertility, insomnia, diabetes, depression, and anxiety.
I provide compassionate support to individuals and couples navigating life and relationship challenges, including those affected by ADHD.
I specialise in ADHD. I developed a professional treatment plan and authored a book on ADHD. My work also includes relationship issues, divorce and separation, couples counselling, life transitions, work-related stress, emotional and mental burnout, miscarriage and pregnancy loss, IVF support, infertility, insomnia, diabetes, depression, and anxiety.
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Deborah Vickerman
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Leeds LS7
Therapy can support you as you explore your relationship with the world, helping you move from where you are now to where you want to be.
I work as a relational integrative therapist, using a range of psychological theories & techniques. My aim is to understand your personal situation & needs better and tailor my therapeutic approach uniquely to you. I am passionate about personal growth, empowerment & self-compassion & the positive changes good therapy can bring to someone’s life.
Therapy can support you as you explore your relationship with the world, helping you move from where you are now to where you want to be.
I work as a relational integrative therapist, using a range of psychological theories & techniques. My aim is to understand your personal situation & needs better and tailor my therapeutic approach uniquely to you. I am passionate about personal growth, empowerment & self-compassion & the positive changes good therapy can bring to someone’s life.
0113 733 7370 View 0113 733 7370
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Stephen Millward
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Leeds LS1
My approach to psychotherapy integrates findings in attachment theory, neuroscience, trauma studies, relational psychotherapy and mindfulness. The structure of sessions or "where we will put our attention today" is negotiated with you at the beginning of each session and we will try to cultivate a mindful state of mind throughout the session in order to explore issues in more depth. Care will be taken to pace sessions carefully so that there is plenty of time for you to begin "processing" what arises in the session and to ensure that you do not become overwhelmed by what is explored.
My approach to psychotherapy integrates findings in attachment theory, neuroscience, trauma studies, relational psychotherapy and mindfulness. The structure of sessions or "where we will put our attention today" is negotiated with you at the beginning of each session and we will try to cultivate a mindful state of mind throughout the session in order to explore issues in more depth. Care will be taken to pace sessions carefully so that there is plenty of time for you to begin "processing" what arises in the session and to ensure that you do not become overwhelmed by what is explored.
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Kiran Kaur
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Leeds LS27
I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
I am aware of the cultural and language differences that may arise when seeking counselling but being able to fluently counsel in the above languages helps me to remove barriers between myself and my clients. I have experience and understanding of many different issues adults and children face within the ethnic minority groups with regards to relationships,
I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
I am aware of the cultural and language differences that may arise when seeking counselling but being able to fluently counsel in the above languages helps me to remove barriers between myself and my clients. I have experience and understanding of many different issues adults and children face within the ethnic minority groups with regards to relationships,
0113 467 9505 View 0113 467 9505
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David Austin-Sheppard
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Leeds LS16
I offer a compassionate counselling service in Leeds, and online throughout the UK. I'm available to work with anyone who may feel lost, confused, sad or anxious. Together we can create a place of safety to discuss your life, and any issues you are experiencing. Therapy can give you tools to navigate through life's up and downs and can help strengthen your sense of self. I believe that our perceptions of our own brokenness can be viewed differently. That our flaws are what makes us unique, beautiful and wonderfully human.
I offer a compassionate counselling service in Leeds, and online throughout the UK. I'm available to work with anyone who may feel lost, confused, sad or anxious. Together we can create a place of safety to discuss your life, and any issues you are experiencing. Therapy can give you tools to navigate through life's up and downs and can help strengthen your sense of self. I believe that our perceptions of our own brokenness can be viewed differently. That our flaws are what makes us unique, beautiful and wonderfully human.
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Jacqueline Breeze
Counsellor, MBACP
Leeds LS6
I offer in-person appointments on Tuesdays and Fridays and online appointments via video most evenings; No couple therapy currently.
I can work with you to help you feel understood in a confidential, non-judgemental environment. I can help you to understand how and why you think and feel the way you do and provide coping strategies. This can enable you to develop self-confidence, self-esteem and acceptance of who you are. Self-confidence may reduce anxiety or depression and support resilience, which is the ability to recover and adjust to life’s challenges.
I offer in-person appointments on Tuesdays and Fridays and online appointments via video most evenings; No couple therapy currently.
I can work with you to help you feel understood in a confidential, non-judgemental environment. I can help you to understand how and why you think and feel the way you do and provide coping strategies. This can enable you to develop self-confidence, self-esteem and acceptance of who you are. Self-confidence may reduce anxiety or depression and support resilience, which is the ability to recover and adjust to life’s challenges.
0113 519 1810 View 0113 519 1810
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Julie Kirk
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Leeds LS15
At some point in our lives we all need additional support to deal with personal issues and problems that affect our thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Starting counselling can be difficult, however it is the first step to the support and guidance you need. As a client centered therapist I work on the concept that every client is an individual. I will work with you to improve the way you are thinking and feeling.
At some point in our lives we all need additional support to deal with personal issues and problems that affect our thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Starting counselling can be difficult, however it is the first step to the support and guidance you need. As a client centered therapist I work on the concept that every client is an individual. I will work with you to improve the way you are thinking and feeling.
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FAQ - About Couples Therapy
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.