Couples Counselling in Macclesfield
Not everyone has the same approach to life's problems such as personal and psychosexual relationships, grief, loss, bereavement, illness and stress, nor to the typical challenges of family relationships. The context of culture, ethnicity, race, gender, class, sexual orientation and spiritual beliefs influence the ways in which we view the world and how the world views us. I work with couples and families, children, teens and individuals, to resolve issues in a way that is sensitive to their culture and context; and together we develop solutions that are congruent with their values. I like to work from a strengths based orientation
Not everyone has the same approach to life's problems such as personal and psychosexual relationships, grief, loss, bereavement, illness and stress, nor to the typical challenges of family relationships. The context of culture, ethnicity, race, gender, class, sexual orientation and spiritual beliefs influence the ways in which we view the world and how the world views us. I work with couples and families, children, teens and individuals, to resolve issues in a way that is sensitive to their culture and context; and together we develop solutions that are congruent with their values. I like to work from a strengths based orientation
Some of my Coaching and Counselling services: Communication & Conflict Resolution (Change Management), 'Family' Conflict Resolution, Parental Coaching & Counselling, Health, Wealth, & Well-being, Relationship Coaching & Counselling, Performance (Sports) Coaching & Counselling, Transformational Leadership, Dating & Intimacy & Life Harmony & Spiritual Coaching
As a distinguished Life Coach, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, & Person-Centred Counsellor registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), I blend advanced Coaching & Counselling modalities, including the transformative power of mindset coaching, to offer a personalised & bespoke experience tailored to your unique needs. My approach is integral to who you are. My client-centred, trauma informed, empathetic, inclusive, & solution-focused work creates a thought-provoking partnership, assisting you in recognising your blind spots & challenges to unlock your full potential.
Some of my Coaching and Counselling services: Communication & Conflict Resolution (Change Management), 'Family' Conflict Resolution, Parental Coaching & Counselling, Health, Wealth, & Well-being, Relationship Coaching & Counselling, Performance (Sports) Coaching & Counselling, Transformational Leadership, Dating & Intimacy & Life Harmony & Spiritual Coaching
As a distinguished Life Coach, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, & Person-Centred Counsellor registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), I blend advanced Coaching & Counselling modalities, including the transformative power of mindset coaching, to offer a personalised & bespoke experience tailored to your unique needs. My approach is integral to who you are. My client-centred, trauma informed, empathetic, inclusive, & solution-focused work creates a thought-provoking partnership, assisting you in recognising your blind spots & challenges to unlock your full potential.
Do you ever find yourself wondering why you react the way you do, struggle to trust, overthink relationships, or feel like you’re constantly trying to understand yourself?
Sometimes the things we do to survive earlier experiences can stick around a little longer than we’d like, like an unwanted house guest who forgot to leave.
I’m Vanessa, a psychotherapist offering a warm, compassionate and honest space where we can explore the experiences that have shaped you and help you build a deeper understanding of yourself.
Do you ever find yourself wondering why you react the way you do, struggle to trust, overthink relationships, or feel like you’re constantly trying to understand yourself?
Sometimes the things we do to survive earlier experiences can stick around a little longer than we’d like, like an unwanted house guest who forgot to leave.
I’m Vanessa, a psychotherapist offering a warm, compassionate and honest space where we can explore the experiences that have shaped you and help you build a deeper understanding of yourself.
How to explain what counselling is... If you're holding a cup of coffee and somebody accidentally bumps into you, you will most likely spill a drop or two, or depending on the bump impact a few spoonfuls or more. If there had been tea or something else in your cup, the result would be the same. Your emotions and feelings are like the coffee, because sometimes when life comes along and shakes you (which will happen to us all) whatever is inside your cup will spill out. Sometimes life can be easier until you get bumped.....but then you may need somebody to talk to, this is where counselling can help.
How to explain what counselling is... If you're holding a cup of coffee and somebody accidentally bumps into you, you will most likely spill a drop or two, or depending on the bump impact a few spoonfuls or more. If there had been tea or something else in your cup, the result would be the same. Your emotions and feelings are like the coffee, because sometimes when life comes along and shakes you (which will happen to us all) whatever is inside your cup will spill out. Sometimes life can be easier until you get bumped.....but then you may need somebody to talk to, this is where counselling can help.
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, mortality, powerlessness, relationships, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it.
I am a fully-qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, with over 20 years experience working in diversity and inclusion. I have helped people manage workplace stress, sort out who they are, explore coming out as gay, bi or trans, grieve for their parents and partners and pets, work their way through anger and frustration, and address addictive behaviours.
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, mortality, powerlessness, relationships, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it.
I am a fully-qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, with over 20 years experience working in diversity and inclusion. I have helped people manage workplace stress, sort out who they are, explore coming out as gay, bi or trans, grieve for their parents and partners and pets, work their way through anger and frustration, and address addictive behaviours.
Reaching for help can be hard, but it is through supportive relationships that we can grow and develop.
Hello. My name is Linda and I am a qualified supervisor and Psychotherapist. I understand how hard it is to reach out for help, but through support and guidance things can change. If you are struggling to come to terms with something, or feel stressed, anxious, or feel like you are facing a challenge that you need support with, then please do get in touch. I have over 10 years’ experience of working with children, teenagers, and adults, with a variety of difficulties.
Reaching for help can be hard, but it is through supportive relationships that we can grow and develop.
Hello. My name is Linda and I am a qualified supervisor and Psychotherapist. I understand how hard it is to reach out for help, but through support and guidance things can change. If you are struggling to come to terms with something, or feel stressed, anxious, or feel like you are facing a challenge that you need support with, then please do get in touch. I have over 10 years’ experience of working with children, teenagers, and adults, with a variety of difficulties.
I’m Nicola, I work with individuals and couples trying to make sense of change in their lives.
It's hard to ignore that feeling in the pit of your stomach when you notice changes in the way you feel about your life, relationship, confidence or self esteem. Trying to understand what happened to create distance between you and people you care about can feel exhausting and confusing. Therapy can help you reconnect with others and yourself .
I’m Nicola, I work with individuals and couples trying to make sense of change in their lives.
It's hard to ignore that feeling in the pit of your stomach when you notice changes in the way you feel about your life, relationship, confidence or self esteem. Trying to understand what happened to create distance between you and people you care about can feel exhausting and confusing. Therapy can help you reconnect with others and yourself .
Or perhaps you are having difficulties with relationships and would like to improve your personal /professional relationships.
I offer counselling to both individuals & couples. I am keen to learn more about you. How do you view yourself? What keeps you awake at night? And what feelings do you have that make life difficult? I specialise in working with the emotional impact of these difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, work stress & relationship issues plus more.
Or perhaps you are having difficulties with relationships and would like to improve your personal /professional relationships.
I offer counselling to both individuals & couples. I am keen to learn more about you. How do you view yourself? What keeps you awake at night? And what feelings do you have that make life difficult? I specialise in working with the emotional impact of these difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, work stress & relationship issues plus more.
Help to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs.
John Wilkinson BSc, MSc, AP APM, FMBPsS has 27 years in addiction & MH services, is registered with Addiction Professionals (3133) and is a Full Member of the BPS (825845). Dr Shyra Raj, a medical consultant, delivers RTT to reframe difficult life experiences and reduce emotional load. Available f2f in Altrincham and Alderley Edge and nationally online.
Help to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs.
John Wilkinson BSc, MSc, AP APM, FMBPsS has 27 years in addiction & MH services, is registered with Addiction Professionals (3133) and is a Full Member of the BPS (825845). Dr Shyra Raj, a medical consultant, delivers RTT to reframe difficult life experiences and reduce emotional load. Available f2f in Altrincham and Alderley Edge and nationally online.
I offer individual counselling for those dealing with anxiety, depression, past traumas, loss and addiction; couples counselling for partners wanting to build trust, resolve conflicts and communicate better; workshops for advanced parenting, divorce-adjustment; Nature Therapy, and positive intelligence interventions easily accessible on a mobile app.
Greetings, I am a psychologist with 27 years of counselling experience. I am passionate to support you if you are finding life difficult and experiencing inner pain that goes round and round. Life can be tough and asking for help when you are feeling down, desperate and discouraged even tougher. Well done for having the courage to reach out, you are worth it, even if it does not feel that way right now. I love working with individuals who are hurting, but want to heal and make a difference in the world. I am a also a believer in the healing power of nature to physically, emotionally and spiritually inspire and balance our lives.
I offer individual counselling for those dealing with anxiety, depression, past traumas, loss and addiction; couples counselling for partners wanting to build trust, resolve conflicts and communicate better; workshops for advanced parenting, divorce-adjustment; Nature Therapy, and positive intelligence interventions easily accessible on a mobile app.
Greetings, I am a psychologist with 27 years of counselling experience. I am passionate to support you if you are finding life difficult and experiencing inner pain that goes round and round. Life can be tough and asking for help when you are feeling down, desperate and discouraged even tougher. Well done for having the courage to reach out, you are worth it, even if it does not feel that way right now. I love working with individuals who are hurting, but want to heal and make a difference in the world. I am a also a believer in the healing power of nature to physically, emotionally and spiritually inspire and balance our lives.
My name is Deb, pronouns she/her, and I offer a range of therapy services designed for individuals aged 16 and over.
I have supported many clients and colleagues over the years with their wellbeing and mental health, along with having my own past lived experience. Exploration of who we are and how we empower ourselves is something I am passionate about and want to debunk the myth that therapy is only something to reach for in crisis, mental and emotional wellbeing maintenance is as important as physical maintenance.
My name is Deb, pronouns she/her, and I offer a range of therapy services designed for individuals aged 16 and over.
I have supported many clients and colleagues over the years with their wellbeing and mental health, along with having my own past lived experience. Exploration of who we are and how we empower ourselves is something I am passionate about and want to debunk the myth that therapy is only something to reach for in crisis, mental and emotional wellbeing maintenance is as important as physical maintenance.
I am a psychologist and certified couple therapist (Imago).
I can help you make changes you want in your life. I adapt my approach to every client and every couple. I go beyond mental-health labels or simply applying counselling techniques. I will collaborate with you using diagrams and metaphors to help you understand the psychological processes which keep you stuck, and to help you learn how to address them.
I am a psychologist and certified couple therapist (Imago).
I can help you make changes you want in your life. I adapt my approach to every client and every couple. I go beyond mental-health labels or simply applying counselling techniques. I will collaborate with you using diagrams and metaphors to help you understand the psychological processes which keep you stuck, and to help you learn how to address them.
Since then, I’ve also trained in Couples Counselling.
My specialisms are: Relationships; going through breakup, communication breakdown, feeling dissatisfied. Dealing with narcissistic relationships; Co-Parenting, Trauma; Developmental/recent trauma/ PTSD, Bereavement; Understanding and coming to terms with loss, . General Anxiety; coping skills. Self confidence, and growth. I offer Clinical Supervision.
Since then, I’ve also trained in Couples Counselling.
My specialisms are: Relationships; going through breakup, communication breakdown, feeling dissatisfied. Dealing with narcissistic relationships; Co-Parenting, Trauma; Developmental/recent trauma/ PTSD, Bereavement; Understanding and coming to terms with loss, . General Anxiety; coping skills. Self confidence, and growth. I offer Clinical Supervision.
I bring warmth, curiosity and respect to each session, supporting clients to deepen self-understanding, improve relationships and move towards meaningful change.
I’m currently training in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and offering reduced-fee sessions for clients seeking support with sexual difficulties. These may include:
Low or absent sexual desire - Pain or penetration difficulties - Difficulties with orgasm - Erection problems - Premature or delayed ejaculation- Compulsive Sexual behaviours
I bring warmth, curiosity and respect to each session, supporting clients to deepen self-understanding, improve relationships and move towards meaningful change.
I’m currently training in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and offering reduced-fee sessions for clients seeking support with sexual difficulties. These may include:
Low or absent sexual desire - Pain or penetration difficulties - Difficulties with orgasm - Erection problems - Premature or delayed ejaculation- Compulsive Sexual behaviours
We will build a therapeutic relationship so that healing can occur.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
We will build a therapeutic relationship so that healing can occur.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
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It may be that you are experiencing relationship or family issues, there may be problems at work.
My style is collaborative and non-judgmental. I listen and reflect, inspiring insight and providing illumination as you untangle your thoughts and explore your feelings. I work hard to help you feel safe in our sessions. I am neurodiversity-affirming, so I understand, accept and celebrate diversity in the way people think, feel and process their experiences.
It may be that you are experiencing relationship or family issues, there may be problems at work.
My style is collaborative and non-judgmental. I listen and reflect, inspiring insight and providing illumination as you untangle your thoughts and explore your feelings. I work hard to help you feel safe in our sessions. I am neurodiversity-affirming, so I understand, accept and celebrate diversity in the way people think, feel and process their experiences.
Many people find it helpful when faced with difficult stages in their normal life cycle such as career changes, loss and bereavement or crisis points in relationships.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
Many people find it helpful when faced with difficult stages in their normal life cycle such as career changes, loss and bereavement or crisis points in relationships.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or problems in or with a relationship?
I offer an integrative approach to counselling/talking therapy. I work from a Person-Centred approach together with CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and TA (Transactional Analysis). This means I can tailor the therapy to you, making it as individual as you are and a unique counselling process as we all feel and see the world and our lives differently.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or problems in or with a relationship?
I offer an integrative approach to counselling/talking therapy. I work from a Person-Centred approach together with CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and TA (Transactional Analysis). This means I can tailor the therapy to you, making it as individual as you are and a unique counselling process as we all feel and see the world and our lives differently.
Additionally I have also worked with relationship issues, anxiety and depression.
Hi, if you are reading this, congratulations on taking the first step on reaching out for help. I imagine you are going through a rocky period, or maybe have come through a tough time and would like to reflect and feel emotionally stable again. Or perhaps you are simply interested in doing some work on resilience. Whatever your goal is I am here to support you in an empathic, supportive and confidential environment.
Additionally I have also worked with relationship issues, anxiety and depression.
Hi, if you are reading this, congratulations on taking the first step on reaching out for help. I imagine you are going through a rocky period, or maybe have come through a tough time and would like to reflect and feel emotionally stable again. Or perhaps you are simply interested in doing some work on resilience. Whatever your goal is I am here to support you in an empathic, supportive and confidential environment.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone.
I offer integrative therapy tailored to your needs, with a special focus on trauma and attachment. Whether in individual or couples therapy, I create a safe and compassionate space for exploration and growth. I also offer walk-and-talk therapy, incorporating nature and creativity into the healing process to foster resilience and self-discovery.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone.
I offer integrative therapy tailored to your needs, with a special focus on trauma and attachment. Whether in individual or couples therapy, I create a safe and compassionate space for exploration and growth. I also offer walk-and-talk therapy, incorporating nature and creativity into the healing process to foster resilience and self-discovery.
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- Alderley Edge
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- Cheadle
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- Congleton
- Hale Barns
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- Leek
- Sandbach
- Stockport
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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.