Marriage Counselling in Stevenage
Hello and welcome! I am Peter Royal, a licensed and registered counsellor/psychotherapist. I understand that finding a counsellor can be daunting. But rest assured, I aim to make the process smooth for you to start your journey.
Hello and welcome! I am Peter Royal, a licensed and registered counsellor/psychotherapist. I understand that finding a counsellor can be daunting. But rest assured, I aim to make the process smooth for you to start your journey.
Hello and welcome to my page My name is Eileen Whaymand And I am an experienced Person Centred counsellor offering confidential counselling for individuals and couples in Stevenage and surrounding areas.
Approaching a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, but I believe that when you do it is the relationship and joint endeavour between you and your chosen counsellor that can help you to gain clarity and perspective around any difficulties you may be experiencing at any given time
Hello and welcome to my page My name is Eileen Whaymand And I am an experienced Person Centred counsellor offering confidential counselling for individuals and couples in Stevenage and surrounding areas.
Approaching a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, but I believe that when you do it is the relationship and joint endeavour between you and your chosen counsellor that can help you to gain clarity and perspective around any difficulties you may be experiencing at any given time
I provide evidence-based support for a wide range of emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties affecting children and families, including anxiety, low mood, panic attacks, behavioural challenges and adjusting to life changes such as parental separation or a neurodiversity diagnosis. I also support parents with perinatal concerns (including pre- and postnatal anxiety, low mood and birth trauma) and early years concerns such as sleep, tantrums and parent-child relationships. I work collaboratively with parents, recognising that they know their child best, and believe that early support can make a lasting difference.
I provide evidence-based support for a wide range of emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties affecting children and families, including anxiety, low mood, panic attacks, behavioural challenges and adjusting to life changes such as parental separation or a neurodiversity diagnosis. I also support parents with perinatal concerns (including pre- and postnatal anxiety, low mood and birth trauma) and early years concerns such as sleep, tantrums and parent-child relationships. I work collaboratively with parents, recognising that they know their child best, and believe that early support can make a lasting difference.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, and patterns of worry, avoidance, and overthinking that feel difficult to shift. Many clients present as high-functioning but internally feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or caught in unhelpful cycles.
My work focuses on understanding the interaction between thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and behaviours, and how these patterns are maintained over time. Together, we identify what is keeping difficulties going and develop practical, evidence-based strategies to create change.
CBT is at the core of my approach, helping clients reduce avo
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, and patterns of worry, avoidance, and overthinking that feel difficult to shift. Many clients present as high-functioning but internally feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or caught in unhelpful cycles.
My work focuses on understanding the interaction between thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and behaviours, and how these patterns are maintained over time. Together, we identify what is keeping difficulties going and develop practical, evidence-based strategies to create change.
CBT is at the core of my approach, helping clients reduce avo
I offer support to individuals as they navigate life’s demands. You may be experiencing significant changes, or perhaps you feel stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about your next steps. It could be that you are in a relationship that is not meeting your hopes, or you find yourself questioning why relationships do not seem to work out as you had wished.
You might be grappling with loss, whether personal or professional, or facing difficulties in your relationships with family members, friends, or colleagues at work.
There are times when it is hard to pinpoint exactly what you are feeling, yet you recognise that something is amiss.
I offer support to individuals as they navigate life’s demands. You may be experiencing significant changes, or perhaps you feel stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about your next steps. It could be that you are in a relationship that is not meeting your hopes, or you find yourself questioning why relationships do not seem to work out as you had wished.
You might be grappling with loss, whether personal or professional, or facing difficulties in your relationships with family members, friends, or colleagues at work.
There are times when it is hard to pinpoint exactly what you are feeling, yet you recognise that something is amiss.
I have experience of the 12 step recovery program and working with couples on relationship issues.
I am a warm, friendly person and a good listener. I have a very empathic understanding and vast experiences from my own personal life. This has shaped me to be the person I am today. Things from our childhoods and certain traumas, can have us acting out behaviours that can be damaging to us. I have experience working with relationship breakdowns, alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety and self harm. I have worked with adolescents and adults of all disabilities. I've worked a great deal with confidence building and low self-esteem. I can help you recognise these behaviours and what triggers them.
I have experience of the 12 step recovery program and working with couples on relationship issues.
I am a warm, friendly person and a good listener. I have a very empathic understanding and vast experiences from my own personal life. This has shaped me to be the person I am today. Things from our childhoods and certain traumas, can have us acting out behaviours that can be damaging to us. I have experience working with relationship breakdowns, alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety and self harm. I have worked with adolescents and adults of all disabilities. I've worked a great deal with confidence building and low self-esteem. I can help you recognise these behaviours and what triggers them.
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
I work with anyone from aged 15 upwards and couples.
My approach is to work together, to build trust in the therapeutic process. To go at your pace, there is no pressure. We unravel life’s obstacles and difficulties so you can feel empowered to face the world. I offer a relaxed approach where you are free to say what you need in confidence. I have a vast experience of working on the impact of traumatic events.
I work with anyone from aged 15 upwards and couples.
My approach is to work together, to build trust in the therapeutic process. To go at your pace, there is no pressure. We unravel life’s obstacles and difficulties so you can feel empowered to face the world. I offer a relaxed approach where you are free to say what you need in confidence. I have a vast experience of working on the impact of traumatic events.
Talking to someone who really hears and understands you can be the first step of the journey towards positive change. Maybe you're feeling low and don't know why? Maybe you are trying to overcome big life events and everything has changed around you and you need some support? Perhaps you just don't know why you can't sleep, or why your tears surprise you and you want to know more? The good news is that Gestalt counselling can help.
Talking to someone who really hears and understands you can be the first step of the journey towards positive change. Maybe you're feeling low and don't know why? Maybe you are trying to overcome big life events and everything has changed around you and you need some support? Perhaps you just don't know why you can't sleep, or why your tears surprise you and you want to know more? The good news is that Gestalt counselling can help.
I work with adults, young people (17plus), older people (who thought they were too old to change) couples who want to stop arguing and people who want to realise a content and fulfilling life.
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
I work with adults, young people (17plus), older people (who thought they were too old to change) couples who want to stop arguing and people who want to realise a content and fulfilling life.
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
My specialty is couple counselling, principally I use a psychodynamic approach in counselling but use several theories, therapies and interventions as required to promote healthy couple relationships and positive personal development.
For over 35 years, I have worked with people who had personal or relationship problems. We have together worked through the issues to explore and understand the sources and reasons for their feelings and troubles. In a relaxed and supportive setting, I have helped them discover and agree the solutions that were right for them. I am here to help you find the best solution for your emotional concerns.
My specialty is couple counselling, principally I use a psychodynamic approach in counselling but use several theories, therapies and interventions as required to promote healthy couple relationships and positive personal development.
For over 35 years, I have worked with people who had personal or relationship problems. We have together worked through the issues to explore and understand the sources and reasons for their feelings and troubles. In a relaxed and supportive setting, I have helped them discover and agree the solutions that were right for them. I am here to help you find the best solution for your emotional concerns.
For almost 15 years, I have worked with a broad client group of adults (individuals & couples) from a range of ethnic/cultural backgrounds, who have experienced various mental health issues/conditions and/or were at a difficult times in their lives.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
For almost 15 years, I have worked with a broad client group of adults (individuals & couples) from a range of ethnic/cultural backgrounds, who have experienced various mental health issues/conditions and/or were at a difficult times in their lives.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying experiences that still feel heavy long after they happened. Perhaps you’re exploring questions around identity or relationships, navigating transition, processing trauma, or struggling with anxiety, grief, or self-doubt.
I’m Kevyn, a trauma-informed, person-centred counsellor offering therapy in Baldock and online. A significant part of my work is with LGBTQIA+ clients, including trans, gender-diverse and questioning individuals, as well as those in polyamorous, non-monogamous or kink relationships. I also have over ten years’ experience supporting bereavement, loss and abuse.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying experiences that still feel heavy long after they happened. Perhaps you’re exploring questions around identity or relationships, navigating transition, processing trauma, or struggling with anxiety, grief, or self-doubt.
I’m Kevyn, a trauma-informed, person-centred counsellor offering therapy in Baldock and online. A significant part of my work is with LGBTQIA+ clients, including trans, gender-diverse and questioning individuals, as well as those in polyamorous, non-monogamous or kink relationships. I also have over ten years’ experience supporting bereavement, loss and abuse.
A couple or a family experiencing relational difficulties and estrangement.
I can provide a safe space whether online or face to face to listen to your story. I can help adults and young people (11-18) by listening and exploring your thoughts and experiences. I can help you make sense of what's going on in your life and, together, we can find and manage coping techniques. It is non-directive, non-judgemental and with acceptance.
A couple or a family experiencing relational difficulties and estrangement.
I can provide a safe space whether online or face to face to listen to your story. I can help adults and young people (11-18) by listening and exploring your thoughts and experiences. I can help you make sense of what's going on in your life and, together, we can find and manage coping techniques. It is non-directive, non-judgemental and with acceptance.
We will partner with you until you feel like you have become your own therapist.
CBT Therapy for Perfectionism, Pressure, and High Self-Expectations. We commonly work with people who feel constantly switched “on”. People who appear to be coping well externally but feel internally driven, mentally overloaded, responsible, and holding themselves to high standards. They may be finding that the usual ways of coping are no longer working as well as they once did.
Alongside this specialist focus, we also support adults whose difficulties are beginning to affect daily functioning, work, or relationships. You can learn how to prioritise a lot of responsibility in a way that does not compromise success.
We will partner with you until you feel like you have become your own therapist.
CBT Therapy for Perfectionism, Pressure, and High Self-Expectations. We commonly work with people who feel constantly switched “on”. People who appear to be coping well externally but feel internally driven, mentally overloaded, responsible, and holding themselves to high standards. They may be finding that the usual ways of coping are no longer working as well as they once did.
Alongside this specialist focus, we also support adults whose difficulties are beginning to affect daily functioning, work, or relationships. You can learn how to prioritise a lot of responsibility in a way that does not compromise success.
You might be in a couple or a family unit struggling with arguments or disconnection from each other.
As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, I have helped many people overcome anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. I use evidenced therapies to help you learn ways to tolerate and manage emotions, change your patterns of trying to manage them, and improve relationships. I am warm and person-centred, and work with you in a compassionate non-judgemental way.
You might be in a couple or a family unit struggling with arguments or disconnection from each other.
As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, I have helped many people overcome anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. I use evidenced therapies to help you learn ways to tolerate and manage emotions, change your patterns of trying to manage them, and improve relationships. I am warm and person-centred, and work with you in a compassionate non-judgemental way.
I have 40 years experience of therapeutic work with individuals, couples and groups, as well as training and supervising other practitioners both in training and qualified.
I have particular experience of working through issues of stress, trauma and anxiety. As well as helping my clients to gain understanding of current relationships and difficulties, I also have experience of mediation, debriefing.
I have 40 years experience of therapeutic work with individuals, couples and groups, as well as training and supervising other practitioners both in training and qualified.
I have particular experience of working through issues of stress, trauma and anxiety. As well as helping my clients to gain understanding of current relationships and difficulties, I also have experience of mediation, debriefing.
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and North Yorkshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and North Yorkshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
We are an experienced general practice, able to work with individuals, couples & groups on a wide variety of issues, and also offer specialist trauma and DIT relational therapies.
We understand that these are frightening & difficult times and you may be suffering with past problems or current issues as an individual or in your relationships. Therapy can offer a safe space to talk about and understand your feelings and experiences. We can offer you a short or long-term therapeutic relationship where the focus is on you and your needs.
We are an experienced general practice, able to work with individuals, couples & groups on a wide variety of issues, and also offer specialist trauma and DIT relational therapies.
We understand that these are frightening & difficult times and you may be suffering with past problems or current issues as an individual or in your relationships. Therapy can offer a safe space to talk about and understand your feelings and experiences. We can offer you a short or long-term therapeutic relationship where the focus is on you and your needs.
The specific issues that I can help with include sex and porn addiction, unusual sexual practices, loss of desire, orgasmic difficulties, vaginismus, erectile and ejaculation difficulties, pain on intercourse, the challenges of coming out, infertility and affairs, with both individuals and couples.
As a sex and relationship specialist my aim is to provide a safe environment in which clients can share their intimate thoughts and problems with no fear of judgement. I honour all sexual orientations and practices, acknowledging that difference does not equal deviance. I am a UKCP Registered and Accredited Psychotherapist, COSRT Senior Accredited Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I also teach a two year post graduate course in Clinical Sexology.
The specific issues that I can help with include sex and porn addiction, unusual sexual practices, loss of desire, orgasmic difficulties, vaginismus, erectile and ejaculation difficulties, pain on intercourse, the challenges of coming out, infertility and affairs, with both individuals and couples.
As a sex and relationship specialist my aim is to provide a safe environment in which clients can share their intimate thoughts and problems with no fear of judgement. I honour all sexual orientations and practices, acknowledging that difference does not equal deviance. I am a UKCP Registered and Accredited Psychotherapist, COSRT Senior Accredited Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I also teach a two year post graduate course in Clinical Sexology.
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- Baldock
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- Ware
- Welwyn
- Welwyn Garden City
FAQ - Marriage Counselling
What issues does marriage counselling help with?
Marriage counselling can address common relationship concerns, including ongoing conflict, communication challenges, emotional distance, or difficulty making decisions together. It may also be helpful for couples who are not currently experiencing major problems but want to prepare for future life changes. For more specific concerns affecting one individual in the relationship, such as trauma, depression, or significant substance use concerns, individual therapy may be more appropriate than marriage counselling.
When is the right time to start marriage counselling?
There is no single “right” time to start marriage counselling, but certain signs may suggest that counselling could be helpful. For example, a couple may benefit from counselling if many conversations end in conflict, if negative interactions are becoming more frequent, or if relationship stress is affecting other areas of life, such as sleep, work, parenting, or friendships. Some couples also seek counselling proactively. Premarital counselling, for instance, allows couples to discuss communication styles, finances, family dynamics, and future goals before getting married. Other couples may start counselling before a major life change, such as becoming parents, relocating, or navigating a stressful career transition.
Is marriage counselling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Marriage counselling may still help even if one partner is more hesitant to attend, as long as both people are ultimately willing to participate in sessions. Once counselling is underway, the more hesitant partner may become more open to sessions that can strengthen the relationship and build coping skills and communication strategies. If one partner refuses to attend, individual therapy may still help the other partner understand their needs, set boundaries, and decide how to approach the relationship.
Is online marriage counselling as effective as in-person?
There are differing opinions on the best format for marriage counselling. While some studies show that online marriage counselling can be as effective as in-person counselling, some argue that in-person counselling is more effective because it allows the therapist to better pick up on context and body language cues. In addition, in-person counselling may be a better fit for couples who are working through high-conflict issues. Ultimately, the “best” format depends on the couple’s specific needs and concerns.
What is faith-based marriage counselling and how is it different?
Faith-based marriage counselling incorporates a couple’s religious or spiritual beliefs into counselling. It may be a good fit for couples who want to discuss their relationship, values, and marriage within the context of their faith. For example, Christian marriage counselling may appeal to couples who want a counsellor familiar with Christian beliefs about marriage. Other forms of faith-based counselling may incorporate Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or other religious perspectives into sessions.
How much does marriage counselling cost and is it covered by insurance?
Marriage counselling is usually paid for privately in Great Britain, rather than through the NHS, and sessions often cost around £60 to £120 or more. Fees depend on location, with costs generally higher in the London area, as well as counsellor experience, session length, and practice setting. However, lower-cost options may be available through sliding scale fees, which adjust the cost of counselling based on income, as well as through community clinics or non-profit organisations that offer reduced-cost services.