Couples Counselling in Southampton
I also work with couples, siblings, parent and child and friendships, managing these relationships, gaining a better understanding of each other when life has become difficult.
We all need support at some point in our lives, to ask for help is often the most difficult step. Once you have taken that step you’ll be amazed at the results you can achieve when you have someone to really listen to your concerns. I will always listen to your concerns without judgment and with understanding and compassion.
I also work with couples, siblings, parent and child and friendships, managing these relationships, gaining a better understanding of each other when life has become difficult.
We all need support at some point in our lives, to ask for help is often the most difficult step. Once you have taken that step you’ll be amazed at the results you can achieve when you have someone to really listen to your concerns. I will always listen to your concerns without judgment and with understanding and compassion.
Your life has taken a direction you did not choose: someone hurt you, or you have developed a physical health problem. You have tried hard to ignore your suffering until you can’t do it anymore. Things that used to be easy now feel impossible. You don’t recognise yourself anymore and you know you cannot carry on like this. This has left you feeling depressed, stressed, angry or even scared. You want to feel less overwhelmed and more in control. You want to go back to the person you once were, or maybe even find out who YOU are. But mostly you just want to be seen and heard and know that someone is on your side.
Your life has taken a direction you did not choose: someone hurt you, or you have developed a physical health problem. You have tried hard to ignore your suffering until you can’t do it anymore. Things that used to be easy now feel impossible. You don’t recognise yourself anymore and you know you cannot carry on like this. This has left you feeling depressed, stressed, angry or even scared. You want to feel less overwhelmed and more in control. You want to go back to the person you once were, or maybe even find out who YOU are. But mostly you just want to be seen and heard and know that someone is on your side.
I have experience of working with couples and relationship concerns, young people, adults and older adults, whilst embracing diversity and inclusivity.
Hi. I'm Bernadette, a qualified and experienced person-centred counsellor in Southampton and the New Forest area. Following over 20 years' experience working within the NHS, I now work for two well known charities supporting those with life limiting illness and bereavement, along with a local charity supporting both victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, whilst also running my own successful private practice. I offer an understanding and empathic safe space and environment to facilitate your personal growth and support you whilst navigating life's challenges without judgement.
I have experience of working with couples and relationship concerns, young people, adults and older adults, whilst embracing diversity and inclusivity.
Hi. I'm Bernadette, a qualified and experienced person-centred counsellor in Southampton and the New Forest area. Following over 20 years' experience working within the NHS, I now work for two well known charities supporting those with life limiting illness and bereavement, along with a local charity supporting both victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, whilst also running my own successful private practice. I offer an understanding and empathic safe space and environment to facilitate your personal growth and support you whilst navigating life's challenges without judgement.
I have extensive experience in individual therapy and couples/ relationship work.
Finding a new counsellor can be daunting, so have a read of my profile and how I work, to see if you feel we could work together. You are welcome to contact me for more information. I offer a professional, confidential and friendly therapeutic space for you to explore what is troubling you. Sessions will be f-2-f/online in a warm and safe environment where you can bring any subject you wish to discuss without fear of judgment. Counselling can lead to self discovery, confidence and understanding, helping you to come to your own decisions, feel improved moods and discover a new, brighter, happier way of being.
I have extensive experience in individual therapy and couples/ relationship work.
Finding a new counsellor can be daunting, so have a read of my profile and how I work, to see if you feel we could work together. You are welcome to contact me for more information. I offer a professional, confidential and friendly therapeutic space for you to explore what is troubling you. Sessions will be f-2-f/online in a warm and safe environment where you can bring any subject you wish to discuss without fear of judgment. Counselling can lead to self discovery, confidence and understanding, helping you to come to your own decisions, feel improved moods and discover a new, brighter, happier way of being.
I am a fully qualified Relationship Counsellor and Psychosexual Therapist in private practice, I trained with Relate and a member of the BACP and a Registered Member of COSRT (Regulatory body for sex therapists).
I work face to face, online or over the telephone with couples or individuals including long and short term therapy. I listen sensitively, looking at how relationships work and try to understand causes of problems and find solutions, teaching skills for better outcomes, particularly around communication and couple functioning.
I am a fully qualified Relationship Counsellor and Psychosexual Therapist in private practice, I trained with Relate and a member of the BACP and a Registered Member of COSRT (Regulatory body for sex therapists).
I work face to face, online or over the telephone with couples or individuals including long and short term therapy. I listen sensitively, looking at how relationships work and try to understand causes of problems and find solutions, teaching skills for better outcomes, particularly around communication and couple functioning.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, or any other personal challenges, your needs will be safely met.
I offer a supportive space to help you work through your challenges. My service specialises in relationship issues, anxiety and anger management.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, or any other personal challenges, your needs will be safely met.
I offer a supportive space to help you work through your challenges. My service specialises in relationship issues, anxiety and anger management.
Then, as we begin to develop a therapeutic and healing relationship, you will hopefully begin to feel more able to share all that is on your mind.
I can offer you a cosy, comfortable space to sit and explore all that may currently be happening for you, in a non-judgemental, empathetic way. As we get to know each other, we can think about ways to work together that suit you personally. Perhaps you might like to be a little creative, or perhaps you would just like to talk.
Then, as we begin to develop a therapeutic and healing relationship, you will hopefully begin to feel more able to share all that is on your mind.
I can offer you a cosy, comfortable space to sit and explore all that may currently be happening for you, in a non-judgemental, empathetic way. As we get to know each other, we can think about ways to work together that suit you personally. Perhaps you might like to be a little creative, or perhaps you would just like to talk.
I can help with relationships, personality issues, cultural adjustment, identity, anxiety, bereavement, stress, gender, sexuality, self-esteem, life transitions and existential crisis.
I have lived in the north and the south and am now based in Hampshire and London. I graduated from Oxford with a degree in Psychology, Philosophy and Physiology. After short spells in catering, sales, and financial sectors, I did my doctorate in Psychology and lectured in the subject for 27 years. I have worked with men's development and male psychology.
I can help with relationships, personality issues, cultural adjustment, identity, anxiety, bereavement, stress, gender, sexuality, self-esteem, life transitions and existential crisis.
I have lived in the north and the south and am now based in Hampshire and London. I graduated from Oxford with a degree in Psychology, Philosophy and Physiology. After short spells in catering, sales, and financial sectors, I did my doctorate in Psychology and lectured in the subject for 27 years. I have worked with men's development and male psychology.
I have since trained in couples counselling (2021) working with couples and also with parents & children.
Hello I'm Jen and I am a person-centred therapist.
I have been in private practice since 2020 where I see clients remotely. I offer person-centred therapy to both adults and children from 12-18.
Working as a person-centred therapist I believe the client is very much the driver of their own therapy journey and I am here to offer that safe space required to enable the client to freely explore what is going on for them at a pace which feels natural to the individual. There is no obligation to set goals as the therapy I provide is very fluid and can go in any direction as the therapy offered is all about the person and not targets.
I have since trained in couples counselling (2021) working with couples and also with parents & children.
Hello I'm Jen and I am a person-centred therapist.
I have been in private practice since 2020 where I see clients remotely. I offer person-centred therapy to both adults and children from 12-18.
Working as a person-centred therapist I believe the client is very much the driver of their own therapy journey and I am here to offer that safe space required to enable the client to freely explore what is going on for them at a pace which feels natural to the individual. There is no obligation to set goals as the therapy I provide is very fluid and can go in any direction as the therapy offered is all about the person and not targets.
I have 19 years experience providing therapeutic intervention for adults, children and young people who have experienced trauma from a wide range of difficulties, such as bereavement, abuse, relationship issues, depression, anxiety .
This therapeutic approach allows me to support clients that may be experiencing PTSD from traumatic incidents in their life (such as car accidents, drowning, violence) , phobias, Anxiety, sudden loss sexual abuse. Some of the symptoms from PTSD can be , night terrors, flashbacks, panic attacks, confusion, memory loss, emotional overload,
I have 19 years experience providing therapeutic intervention for adults, children and young people who have experienced trauma from a wide range of difficulties, such as bereavement, abuse, relationship issues, depression, anxiety .
This therapeutic approach allows me to support clients that may be experiencing PTSD from traumatic incidents in their life (such as car accidents, drowning, violence) , phobias, Anxiety, sudden loss sexual abuse. Some of the symptoms from PTSD can be , night terrors, flashbacks, panic attacks, confusion, memory loss, emotional overload,
It is my firm belief that it is the relationship between therapist and client which is key to the success of therapy.
Welcome. I am an accredited counsellor with 19 years experience of the many issues that clients bring to counselling. My approach is warm and professional and I aim to provide a safe and open environment and a non-judgemental and respectful approach.
It is my firm belief that it is the relationship between therapist and client which is key to the success of therapy.
Welcome. I am an accredited counsellor with 19 years experience of the many issues that clients bring to counselling. My approach is warm and professional and I aim to provide a safe and open environment and a non-judgemental and respectful approach.
I also worked for many years in a large GP Practice, as well as accepting referrals from Essex Police, the NHS, Occupational Health Departments, Further Education Organisations, EAP Work Resources, and, private referrals from individuals and couples.
I have experienced in working with issues, including Abuse, Anger, Anxiety, Bereavement and Loss, Depression and Low Mood, Health and Life Crises, Low Self Worth, Panic, Relationship Difficulties and Stress.
I also worked for many years in a large GP Practice, as well as accepting referrals from Essex Police, the NHS, Occupational Health Departments, Further Education Organisations, EAP Work Resources, and, private referrals from individuals and couples.
I have experienced in working with issues, including Abuse, Anger, Anxiety, Bereavement and Loss, Depression and Low Mood, Health and Life Crises, Low Self Worth, Panic, Relationship Difficulties and Stress.
You might be feeling trapped by past trauma, anxiety, or grief - struggling to move forward despite your best efforts. You want relief from painful emotions, a calmer mind, and a renewed sense of self. You’re looking for a therapist who understands and can help you find lasting change.
You might be feeling trapped by past trauma, anxiety, or grief - struggling to move forward despite your best efforts. You want relief from painful emotions, a calmer mind, and a renewed sense of self. You’re looking for a therapist who understands and can help you find lasting change.
I am a passionate and dedicated counsellor specialising in helping individuals and couples navigate their relationship challenges.
I believe that everyone has the potential for change and personal growth. Sometimes, life’s challenges can make us feel stuck, but with the right support, clarity, and guidance, we can overcome these obstacles. My role is to facilitate this process, helping you see things more clearly and tackle difficulties with confidence.
I am a passionate and dedicated counsellor specialising in helping individuals and couples navigate their relationship challenges.
I believe that everyone has the potential for change and personal growth. Sometimes, life’s challenges can make us feel stuck, but with the right support, clarity, and guidance, we can overcome these obstacles. My role is to facilitate this process, helping you see things more clearly and tackle difficulties with confidence.
UK/EU Fully Accredited EMDR Therapist and Supervisor, NET Therapist & MH Nurse. I Will Support You to Heal and Move Forward.
Sometimes life is tough and your resilience feels stretched. Painful memories, constant worry, or self-doubt can keep you feeling stuck, no matter how hard you try to move forward. You don’t have to face this alone.
I offer a safe, understanding space where you can gently begin to release what’s been weighing you down. Using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), we’ll help your mind heal naturally from distressing experiences so you can feel lighter, calmer, and more in control of your life.
UK/EU Fully Accredited EMDR Therapist and Supervisor, NET Therapist & MH Nurse. I Will Support You to Heal and Move Forward.
Sometimes life is tough and your resilience feels stretched. Painful memories, constant worry, or self-doubt can keep you feeling stuck, no matter how hard you try to move forward. You don’t have to face this alone.
I offer a safe, understanding space where you can gently begin to release what’s been weighing you down. Using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), we’ll help your mind heal naturally from distressing experiences so you can feel lighter, calmer, and more in control of your life.
You may experience problems in daily functioning, be it difficulties in private, intimate and/or work relationships, engaging in self-harming, symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, or have experienced physical or emotional trauma which continuously and seriously affect your life.
As an experienced professional, I offer a safe space in which you can explore difficult issues that may have laid burried for a long time. Both your verbal and non-verbal (without talking) ways of expressing are welcome. Working with creative and action methods and as an embodied person offers a way of accessing and processing difficult aspects of life.
You may experience problems in daily functioning, be it difficulties in private, intimate and/or work relationships, engaging in self-harming, symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, or have experienced physical or emotional trauma which continuously and seriously affect your life.
As an experienced professional, I offer a safe space in which you can explore difficult issues that may have laid burried for a long time. Both your verbal and non-verbal (without talking) ways of expressing are welcome. Working with creative and action methods and as an embodied person offers a way of accessing and processing difficult aspects of life.
Sensation of being stuck, depressed, worried, struggling to cope with your feelings, mood changes, trauma memories, hearing distressing voices, suicidal thoughts and urges, adjustment difficulties, addiction, being different and interpersonal difficulties, and willing to move forward and find new ways of coping effectively, “YES i can help". In our sessions, we will use an integrative approach, a mixture Cognitive, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (EMDR), Compassionate Focused Therapy, (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (ACT) depending on your individual needs.
Sensation of being stuck, depressed, worried, struggling to cope with your feelings, mood changes, trauma memories, hearing distressing voices, suicidal thoughts and urges, adjustment difficulties, addiction, being different and interpersonal difficulties, and willing to move forward and find new ways of coping effectively, “YES i can help". In our sessions, we will use an integrative approach, a mixture Cognitive, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (EMDR), Compassionate Focused Therapy, (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (ACT) depending on your individual needs.
Hi, I am an Integrative Relational Psychotherapist working online with individuals and couples (18+), supporting people in their self-discovery journey.
As an Integrative Relational Psychotherapist, I focus on the healing aspect of the counselling relationship. I draw from different approaches (Psychodynamic, Humanistic, CBT, Somatic and Mindfulness-based, Transpersonal) which allows me to work flexibly, considering your uniqueness as a person. My style is is collaborative, curious, intuitive and creative.
Hi, I am an Integrative Relational Psychotherapist working online with individuals and couples (18+), supporting people in their self-discovery journey.
As an Integrative Relational Psychotherapist, I focus on the healing aspect of the counselling relationship. I draw from different approaches (Psychodynamic, Humanistic, CBT, Somatic and Mindfulness-based, Transpersonal) which allows me to work flexibly, considering your uniqueness as a person. My style is is collaborative, curious, intuitive and creative.
Goals are often to feel happier, cope better at work or in relationships.
I feel that anxiety has almost reached epidemic levels and I bring strategies, self-esteem and positive affirmations that can help even in session one.
Having ADHD naturally led me to specialise in those who suspect or know they have ADHD.
There is nothing better than speaking to someone who has lived experience of the condition.
Goals are often to feel happier, cope better at work or in relationships.
I feel that anxiety has almost reached epidemic levels and I bring strategies, self-esteem and positive affirmations that can help even in session one.
Having ADHD naturally led me to specialise in those who suspect or know they have ADHD.
There is nothing better than speaking to someone who has lived experience of the condition.
Starting personal therapy is a big decision and it makes sense to wonder where to start and which psychotherapist to choose. How would you know what’s right for you? Making the decision to tell someone about the things that bother you most is not an easy one. However, if you are here, I would guess there’s a need to talk. Whatever it is - whether it is problems in the present, memories of the past or worries about the future - I can promise you a safe and confidential space to talk about it. A journey to find out what can make things better for you is a lot easier if you’re not alone in it.
Starting personal therapy is a big decision and it makes sense to wonder where to start and which psychotherapist to choose. How would you know what’s right for you? Making the decision to tell someone about the things that bother you most is not an easy one. However, if you are here, I would guess there’s a need to talk. Whatever it is - whether it is problems in the present, memories of the past or worries about the future - I can promise you a safe and confidential space to talk about it. A journey to find out what can make things better for you is a lot easier if you’re not alone in it.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.