Marriage Counselling in Reading

Carola Percival
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Reading RG8
I offer in-person therapy and counselling sessions for individuals and couples and families.
Hello, and a warm welcome to my professional profile! Please also look at my website www.goringphysis. co.uk. There are times in every person's emotional life when their nearest and dearest people are not suitable to go to, and this is where my professional skill and experience can be helpful to let you find your way forward. I see my role to create with you a psychotherapeutic relationship of trust and hope which will be unique for the duration of your therapy. I work ethically, non-judgmentally and our time together will be based on a contractual agreement towards your specific goal.
I offer in-person therapy and counselling sessions for individuals and couples and families.
Hello, and a warm welcome to my professional profile! Please also look at my website www.goringphysis. co.uk. There are times in every person's emotional life when their nearest and dearest people are not suitable to go to, and this is where my professional skill and experience can be helpful to let you find your way forward. I see my role to create with you a psychotherapeutic relationship of trust and hope which will be unique for the duration of your therapy. I work ethically, non-judgmentally and our time together will be based on a contractual agreement towards your specific goal.
0118 338 1930 View 0118 338 1930
Anshu Vashishta
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
The people I work with are often looking for a space where they can pause, reflect, and begin to understand what feels difficult, confusing, or overwhelming in their lives. Many come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Others describe feeling as though they are managing on the surface while internally experiencing emotional exhaustion, numbness, or a sense that something important is missing. I work with adults, children, and young people from a wide range of backgrounds.
The people I work with are often looking for a space where they can pause, reflect, and begin to understand what feels difficult, confusing, or overwhelming in their lives. Many come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Others describe feeling as though they are managing on the surface while internally experiencing emotional exhaustion, numbness, or a sense that something important is missing. I work with adults, children, and young people from a wide range of backgrounds.
0118 230 9281 View 0118 230 9281
Catherine Walford Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Reading RG31
You don't have to cope alone, I'm a fully qualified individual and couples counsellor offering a place to explore, understand and share your difficulties.
If you and your partner no loner feel on the same team I am a qualified, registered Couples Counsellor and understand that relationships can go through difficult seasons or 'rough patches' from time to time. Having dedicated time and space, couples are often able to work through and overcome their differences and get their relationship back on track.
You don't have to cope alone, I'm a fully qualified individual and couples counsellor offering a place to explore, understand and share your difficulties.
If you and your partner no loner feel on the same team I am a qualified, registered Couples Counsellor and understand that relationships can go through difficult seasons or 'rough patches' from time to time. Having dedicated time and space, couples are often able to work through and overcome their differences and get their relationship back on track.
0118 230 9381 View 0118 230 9381
Paul Gittus
Counsellor, MBACP
Reading RG1
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress or feeling stuck or if you have experienced grief, trauma, or a relationship breakdown I offer a place where you can reflect, explore, feel heard, and begin to understand your reactions responses and behaviours more deeply,  Over time, this process can lead to greater clarity, identify alternative ways of being, enhance resilience, and achieve greater emotional freedom.   Sessions move at your pace. You don't need to have everything figured out before you come; you might just feel stuck, lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of what you're feeling.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress or feeling stuck or if you have experienced grief, trauma, or a relationship breakdown I offer a place where you can reflect, explore, feel heard, and begin to understand your reactions responses and behaviours more deeply,  Over time, this process can lead to greater clarity, identify alternative ways of being, enhance resilience, and achieve greater emotional freedom.   Sessions move at your pace. You don't need to have everything figured out before you come; you might just feel stuck, lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of what you're feeling.
0118 230 1549 View 0118 230 1549
Jou-Yi Chen
Psychotherapist, PhD, HCPC-Art Therap.
Reading RG31
My ideal clients are thoughtful, educated women carrying significant responsibility in work or family life. Many come from Asian or Middle Eastern backgrounds where achievement and composure are deeply valued. Outwardly steady, inwardly they may feel anxious, self-critical, or torn between cultural expectation and personal identity. They seek clarity, healthier boundaries, and a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
My ideal clients are thoughtful, educated women carrying significant responsibility in work or family life. Many come from Asian or Middle Eastern backgrounds where achievement and composure are deeply valued. Outwardly steady, inwardly they may feel anxious, self-critical, or torn between cultural expectation and personal identity. They seek clarity, healthier boundaries, and a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
0118 230 7374 x1 View 0118 230 7374 x1
Bruce Rolls
Counsellor, MBACP
Reading RG1
Relationship therapy offers a supportive, non-judgemental space where partners can explore their thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns together.
Individual therapy offers a place of honesty for the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses (or not) and past trauma it may include, questions of sexuality, gender expression, and everyday negative thinking. As life changes, so can how we feel about ourselves, others, and what we want. At times we may feel alone, whatever our relationship status. Ruptures can affect trust, communication, emotional safety and leave us hurt &/or uncertain. Therapy provides space to reflect, reconnect, and find meaning in uncertainty. It can reduce anxiety, deepen our understanding, and support harmony between inner needs and the demands upon us.
Relationship therapy offers a supportive, non-judgemental space where partners can explore their thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns together.
Individual therapy offers a place of honesty for the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses (or not) and past trauma it may include, questions of sexuality, gender expression, and everyday negative thinking. As life changes, so can how we feel about ourselves, others, and what we want. At times we may feel alone, whatever our relationship status. Ruptures can affect trust, communication, emotional safety and leave us hurt &/or uncertain. Therapy provides space to reflect, reconnect, and find meaning in uncertainty. It can reduce anxiety, deepen our understanding, and support harmony between inner needs and the demands upon us.
01344 948104 View 01344 948104
Hava Drummond
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Reading RG4
I am also an accredited CBT Therapist, EMDR Consultant and an Emotionally Focussed Couples Therapist.
Have you ever considered therapy intensives/retreats? You may be exhausted from trying to cope, repeating the same patterns, or feeling like nothing you try brings real relief. You want to feel like yourself again — calmer, clearer, more connected — and you’re craving a therapy experience that actually moves things forward. Whether you’re carrying trauma, anxiety, heartbreak, burnout, or relationship pain, you’re looking for something deeper and more transformative than “just talking.” You want lasting change, not more waiting.
I am also an accredited CBT Therapist, EMDR Consultant and an Emotionally Focussed Couples Therapist.
Have you ever considered therapy intensives/retreats? You may be exhausted from trying to cope, repeating the same patterns, or feeling like nothing you try brings real relief. You want to feel like yourself again — calmer, clearer, more connected — and you’re craving a therapy experience that actually moves things forward. Whether you’re carrying trauma, anxiety, heartbreak, burnout, or relationship pain, you’re looking for something deeper and more transformative than “just talking.” You want lasting change, not more waiting.
020 8106 2957 View 020 8106 2957
Sara Whammond
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Reading RG1
At Well Mind People, we provide evidence-based psychological therapies for adults, children, young people, couples and families.
If you are tired of anxiety, worry, trauma or low mood controlling your life, evidence-based psychological therapy can help you take it back. We work with adults, teenagers, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, stress, emotional difficulties and relationship challenges. Many of our clients have tried to cope alone for some time and are looking for more than support alone; they want to understand what is driving their difficulties and learn effective, evidence-based strategies to create lasting change. Our team helps people regain confidence, resilience and control of their lives.
At Well Mind People, we provide evidence-based psychological therapies for adults, children, young people, couples and families.
If you are tired of anxiety, worry, trauma or low mood controlling your life, evidence-based psychological therapy can help you take it back. We work with adults, teenagers, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, stress, emotional difficulties and relationship challenges. Many of our clients have tried to cope alone for some time and are looking for more than support alone; they want to understand what is driving their difficulties and learn effective, evidence-based strategies to create lasting change. Our team helps people regain confidence, resilience and control of their lives.
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Paul McFarland
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Reading RG1
I have 15 years’ experience as a therapist in private practice, helping both individuals and couples.
I have guided hundreds of couples to a better place, and would be happy to help improve your relationship or marriage. My approach emphasises empathic communication and re-establishing healthy connection. I support couples to stay emotionally / physically connected, and show them how to build a revitalised relationship-culture based on mutual appreciation.
I have 15 years’ experience as a therapist in private practice, helping both individuals and couples.
I have guided hundreds of couples to a better place, and would be happy to help improve your relationship or marriage. My approach emphasises empathic communication and re-establishing healthy connection. I support couples to stay emotionally / physically connected, and show them how to build a revitalised relationship-culture based on mutual appreciation.
01235 639270 View 01235 639270
Ian Stockbridge
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
Many of the people I work with arrive having carried something for too long. Senior professionals running on empty, whose sleep and sense of self have started to fray. Women with PMDD — the condition I wrote and published a book on — who have spent years being told what they experience is just "normal PMS". People living with the after-effects of trauma that never properly settled. What they share is being capable, articulate adults who have nonetheless reached the point of needing help. I work with all of that — at the pace your system can tolerate, with rigour, and without pretending therapy is a cure.
Many of the people I work with arrive having carried something for too long. Senior professionals running on empty, whose sleep and sense of self have started to fray. Women with PMDD — the condition I wrote and published a book on — who have spent years being told what they experience is just "normal PMS". People living with the after-effects of trauma that never properly settled. What they share is being capable, articulate adults who have nonetheless reached the point of needing help. I work with all of that — at the pace your system can tolerate, with rigour, and without pretending therapy is a cure.
01865 638114 View 01865 638114
Jamie Sabat
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Welcome, my name is Jamie and I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. I understand how overwhelming seeking counselling can be and recognise how much of a big step it takes to contact someone like myself to talk about your personal difficulties. I am experienced working with individuals and relationships. My training being person-centred, I focus on respecting your unique experience and supporting you to find your sense of agency and self belief.
Welcome, my name is Jamie and I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. I understand how overwhelming seeking counselling can be and recognise how much of a big step it takes to contact someone like myself to talk about your personal difficulties. I am experienced working with individuals and relationships. My training being person-centred, I focus on respecting your unique experience and supporting you to find your sense of agency and self belief.
01793 540307 View 01793 540307
Dr Albert Zandvoort
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Serves Area
I offer confidential, client focused psychotherapy, Face-Face & Zoom worldwide . Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems, live your life more fully and realise your full potential. Therapy is a personal and individual process of change, as well as understanding. This is an opportunity to take time and space to think about yourself and the problems you may be facing. By talking to a trained psychotherapist you may find it easier to understand how past experiences, thought patterns and behaviour, or anxieties about the future are causing difficulties in your daily life.
I offer confidential, client focused psychotherapy, Face-Face & Zoom worldwide . Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems, live your life more fully and realise your full potential. Therapy is a personal and individual process of change, as well as understanding. This is an opportunity to take time and space to think about yourself and the problems you may be facing. By talking to a trained psychotherapist you may find it easier to understand how past experiences, thought patterns and behaviour, or anxieties about the future are causing difficulties in your daily life.
01635 015878 View 01635 015878
Jacqui Vaughan
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Counselling is for anyone who feels they need help. The therapeutic journey is different for everyone, and my process is tailored to you as an individual. I integrate a range of therapeutic approaches, including Person-Centred, DBT, CBT, and Psychodynamic modalities. I also offer specialist therapy for emotional regulation issues due to ADHD, ASD and BPD. Contrary to popular belief, counselling doesn’t always have to be long-term for you to experience meaningful growth and positive change. Alongside my private practice, I also run an affordable counselling service for those who cannot afford private care.
Counselling is for anyone who feels they need help. The therapeutic journey is different for everyone, and my process is tailored to you as an individual. I integrate a range of therapeutic approaches, including Person-Centred, DBT, CBT, and Psychodynamic modalities. I also offer specialist therapy for emotional regulation issues due to ADHD, ASD and BPD. Contrary to popular belief, counselling doesn’t always have to be long-term for you to experience meaningful growth and positive change. Alongside my private practice, I also run an affordable counselling service for those who cannot afford private care.
0118 230 0177 View 0118 230 0177
Elena Abad
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
e couples, parent-child (adult) -, PTSD, complex trauma, attachment, shame, resentment, grief, anxiety, depression, emotional difficulties, challenging behaviour, neurodiversity, eating disorders, chronic distress, burnout, cultural and social class issues; and intergenerational, transgenerational and moral injury trauma.
I specialise in working with trauma and relationships. I am a certified Systemic Family Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist with a background in nursing, coaching, person-centred counselling, bodywork and craniosacral therapy. I have over 20 years of experience working with people in private, statutory and third-sector services.
e couples, parent-child (adult) -, PTSD, complex trauma, attachment, shame, resentment, grief, anxiety, depression, emotional difficulties, challenging behaviour, neurodiversity, eating disorders, chronic distress, burnout, cultural and social class issues; and intergenerational, transgenerational and moral injury trauma.
I specialise in working with trauma and relationships. I am a certified Systemic Family Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist with a background in nursing, coaching, person-centred counselling, bodywork and craniosacral therapy. I have over 20 years of experience working with people in private, statutory and third-sector services.
0118 338 3950 View 0118 338 3950
Jennifer Gama
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Welcome to my profile. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Sometimes life can be a struggle and reaching out can be daunting, it can be helpful to talk with someone that is not connected to your life or the difficulties you are facing. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Welcome to my profile. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Sometimes life can be a struggle and reaching out can be daunting, it can be helpful to talk with someone that is not connected to your life or the difficulties you are facing. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
020 3763 8665 View 020 3763 8665
Dr Helen Crispus Jones, Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Helen. I’m a Clinical Psychologist. I currently specialise in working with parents and parents-to-be. The challenges of modern parenting are wide ranging. Many parents experience low mood, isolation, overwhelm or stress. We are led to believe that becoming a parent is a natural and joyful experience. But parenthood often brings a host of other experiences, such as rage, guilt, or grief. Mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD are also relatively common, yet it can feel like you’re the only one.
Hi, I’m Helen. I’m a Clinical Psychologist. I currently specialise in working with parents and parents-to-be. The challenges of modern parenting are wide ranging. Many parents experience low mood, isolation, overwhelm or stress. We are led to believe that becoming a parent is a natural and joyful experience. But parenthood often brings a host of other experiences, such as rage, guilt, or grief. Mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD are also relatively common, yet it can feel like you’re the only one.
01635 018071 View 01635 018071
Will Llewellyn
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Online Only
I have been working in the NHS for more than 7 years and split my time between working in the NHS and Private Practice. I am experienced working with people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including those who have been admitted to hospital. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment planning with individuals to help guide interventions that are meaningful for the them. I also carry out Autism assessments virtually at the cost of £1600, please contact for further information
I have been working in the NHS for more than 7 years and split my time between working in the NHS and Private Practice. I am experienced working with people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including those who have been admitted to hospital. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment planning with individuals to help guide interventions that are meaningful for the them. I also carry out Autism assessments virtually at the cost of £1600, please contact for further information
01748 901738 View 01748 901738
Ali Sanchez
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life.
Me Myself and Why offers psychological counselling with individuals and couples which can provide help and support during difficult times. This can help with coping, increasing personal awareness, understanding and making positive life changes.
Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life.
Me Myself and Why offers psychological counselling with individuals and couples which can provide help and support during difficult times. This can help with coping, increasing personal awareness, understanding and making positive life changes.
01252 986030 View 01252 986030
Carole Carter
Psychologist, MRes, GMBPsS
Serves Area
Sliding scale rates are available and a couple of community rate slots are held for LGBTQIA people who would need a lower rate, subject to availability.
The people I work with face a number of the following: being burntout, feeling like they’re buried by the demands of life and lost the spark for life, struggling with stress, unsure about their identity, feeling like they don’t know themselves, wrestling with self critical thoughts and a lack of self acceptance, dealing with gender dysphoria, unsure about coming out to people, facing some tough reactions from others, wanting some support in adopting a new relationship structure or philosophy towards relationships, struggling with insecurities, experiencing difficult emotions like jealousy, anger and resentment.
Sliding scale rates are available and a couple of community rate slots are held for LGBTQIA people who would need a lower rate, subject to availability.
The people I work with face a number of the following: being burntout, feeling like they’re buried by the demands of life and lost the spark for life, struggling with stress, unsure about their identity, feeling like they don’t know themselves, wrestling with self critical thoughts and a lack of self acceptance, dealing with gender dysphoria, unsure about coming out to people, facing some tough reactions from others, wanting some support in adopting a new relationship structure or philosophy towards relationships, struggling with insecurities, experiencing difficult emotions like jealousy, anger and resentment.
01628 965491 View 01628 965491
Amy Sim
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with individuals and couples providing support for a range of issues.
Having previously worked as a midwife in the NHS I am passionate about supporting women and their families through life's transitions. This includes the process of becoming parents, children leaving home and menopause.
I work with individuals and couples providing support for a range of issues.
Having previously worked as a midwife in the NHS I am passionate about supporting women and their families through life's transitions. This includes the process of becoming parents, children leaving home and menopause.
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