Couples Counselling in Swindon

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Photo of Jennie Langley, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Jennie Langley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN1
My approach to counselling is a person-centred one where the relationship between client and counsellor helps to provide a supportive, accepting and non-judgmental environment.
Hello and thank you for choosing to read my profile. Sometimes life can get hard; it can perhaps feel overwhelming. You may be experiencing feelings of anxiety or stress. Perhaps you are aware of feelings of low mood or depression. You might be experiencing relationship difficulties or issues at work. Maybe you feel that you lack confidence or self-esteem. These issues can build up over time and through our work together, I can help you reflect on, explore and understand these better to help you find a way forward.
My approach to counselling is a person-centred one where the relationship between client and counsellor helps to provide a supportive, accepting and non-judgmental environment.
Hello and thank you for choosing to read my profile. Sometimes life can get hard; it can perhaps feel overwhelming. You may be experiencing feelings of anxiety or stress. Perhaps you are aware of feelings of low mood or depression. You might be experiencing relationship difficulties or issues at work. Maybe you feel that you lack confidence or self-esteem. These issues can build up over time and through our work together, I can help you reflect on, explore and understand these better to help you find a way forward.
01793 540328 View 01793 540328
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Jane Millier
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN25
At the core of my work is the importance of establishing a trusting and genuine therapeutic relationship , and when this foundation is in place, it then becomes possible for significant changes to occur.
I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor and psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and work with clients within a safe and confidential space where you will be supported to express and explore what is troubling you without being judged. Importantly you will be valued and respected for you own capacity to decide on what feels right for you. My previous experience includes, working for the mental health charity Mind, an addiction charity, social work and the NHS.
At the core of my work is the importance of establishing a trusting and genuine therapeutic relationship , and when this foundation is in place, it then becomes possible for significant changes to occur.
I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor and psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and work with clients within a safe and confidential space where you will be supported to express and explore what is troubling you without being judged. Importantly you will be valued and respected for you own capacity to decide on what feels right for you. My previous experience includes, working for the mental health charity Mind, an addiction charity, social work and the NHS.
01793 540326 View 01793 540326
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Marianne Le Coyte Grinney
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Swindon SN1  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
emphasising the strengths, resilience and resources available to individuals, couples and families.
If you are reading this you may be wishing for something in your life, family or relationship to be different. I too was looking for difference when I first began my Systemic Psychotherapy training. My name is Marianne Le Coyte Grinney and I am a Family and Systemic Psychotherapist: I believe 'the person is never the problem' and that people are best understood within systems, for example their family, work and social life. My therapeutic posture aims not to apportion blame, but to support individual and collective change within a safe and supportive environment. I do not hope to provide answers, but to facilitate change through
emphasising the strengths, resilience and resources available to individuals, couples and families.
If you are reading this you may be wishing for something in your life, family or relationship to be different. I too was looking for difference when I first began my Systemic Psychotherapy training. My name is Marianne Le Coyte Grinney and I am a Family and Systemic Psychotherapist: I believe 'the person is never the problem' and that people are best understood within systems, for example their family, work and social life. My therapeutic posture aims not to apportion blame, but to support individual and collective change within a safe and supportive environment. I do not hope to provide answers, but to facilitate change through
01793 378026 View 01793 378026
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Natalie Kitching
Counsellor
Verified
Swindon SN1
I am currently offering low cost personal therapy as I complete the advanced stages of my Level 6 counselling training. It can be difficult to reach out for help and seek therapy. I want to welcome you to a world of exploration. Whether you feel at crisis point or just want to explore your own psychology in more depth then I am here to help you. Working alongside you, we can explore what brings you to personal therapy and what it is you aim to achieve. My priority for our counselling together is to create a safe, ethical and collaborative relationship where you are free to be honest and bring your whole self to our sessions.
I am currently offering low cost personal therapy as I complete the advanced stages of my Level 6 counselling training. It can be difficult to reach out for help and seek therapy. I want to welcome you to a world of exploration. Whether you feel at crisis point or just want to explore your own psychology in more depth then I am here to help you. Working alongside you, we can explore what brings you to personal therapy and what it is you aim to achieve. My priority for our counselling together is to create a safe, ethical and collaborative relationship where you are free to be honest and bring your whole self to our sessions.
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Sam Hewitt - Therapeutic Counsellor (MBACP) Reg
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN1
I'll help facilitate this by offering a nurturing therapeutic relationship , with warmth and kindness.
Life can sometimes be difficult. There may be times when we find ourselves experiencing stress, anxiety, panic, or struggling with extremely low moods or bouts of depression. Maybe you find yourself struggling with life's difficulties, often feeling isolated and alone, believing that there isn't anyone you can turn to, including work colleagues, friends or family. Maybe past experience has taught you not to trust anyone with your feelings. Or maybe you find yourself believing that no one truly understands what you are going through.
I'll help facilitate this by offering a nurturing therapeutic relationship , with warmth and kindness.
Life can sometimes be difficult. There may be times when we find ourselves experiencing stress, anxiety, panic, or struggling with extremely low moods or bouts of depression. Maybe you find yourself struggling with life's difficulties, often feeling isolated and alone, believing that there isn't anyone you can turn to, including work colleagues, friends or family. Maybe past experience has taught you not to trust anyone with your feelings. Or maybe you find yourself believing that no one truly understands what you are going through.
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Aneta Sirociuk
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN1
Hi, my name is Aneta. I am an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, which means that I draw from various approaches, including Gestalt, Person Centred and Psychodynamic, putting the therapeutic relationship at the centre of my work. I have experience working therapeutically with people from all walks of life, but my two main areas of expertise are supporting people to process their trauma (both recent and historic) and working with clients from ethnically diverse communities. I facilitate culturally sensitive therapy with an understanding of issues related to diversity and identity.
Hi, my name is Aneta. I am an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, which means that I draw from various approaches, including Gestalt, Person Centred and Psychodynamic, putting the therapeutic relationship at the centre of my work. I have experience working therapeutically with people from all walks of life, but my two main areas of expertise are supporting people to process their trauma (both recent and historic) and working with clients from ethnically diverse communities. I facilitate culturally sensitive therapy with an understanding of issues related to diversity and identity.
01793 540984 View 01793 540984
Photo of Maxine O'Brien Sex & Relationship Counsellor, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Maxine O'Brien Sex & Relationship Counsellor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified
Swindon SN2
This is an extremely troubling time, I am experienced in working online. I work with Individuals and couples with anxiety, depression and finding ways of coping. Talking about sex, sexuality and relationships can be extremely difficult. Our own feelings of shame can keep us feeling trapped and feel that there is nowhere to go. I offer a non judgemental space to be able to talk sensitively working to resolve issues. We will agree the focus of the work from the outset and keep this in mind throughout the journey together. We will work together to facilitate change in the areas you feel are needed.
This is an extremely troubling time, I am experienced in working online. I work with Individuals and couples with anxiety, depression and finding ways of coping. Talking about sex, sexuality and relationships can be extremely difficult. Our own feelings of shame can keep us feeling trapped and feel that there is nowhere to go. I offer a non judgemental space to be able to talk sensitively working to resolve issues. We will agree the focus of the work from the outset and keep this in mind throughout the journey together. We will work together to facilitate change in the areas you feel are needed.
01793 236275 View 01793 236275
Photo of Victoria Alexandra Pook, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Victoria Alexandra Pook
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN1
A good Counselling relationship is built on the ability to grow an authentic and confidential space between client and therapist. It is a space where you can bring your difficulties, worries, anxieties, frustrations, feeling sad, family and relationship issues in this space you will experience a non-judgemental and empathic space to reflect on issues that have brought you to counselling. Counselling provides the client with this unique space that is often hard to find in life’s day to day relationships. However, it is not about giving advice or opinions it is about helping the client to find their own solutions.
A good Counselling relationship is built on the ability to grow an authentic and confidential space between client and therapist. It is a space where you can bring your difficulties, worries, anxieties, frustrations, feeling sad, family and relationship issues in this space you will experience a non-judgemental and empathic space to reflect on issues that have brought you to counselling. Counselling provides the client with this unique space that is often hard to find in life’s day to day relationships. However, it is not about giving advice or opinions it is about helping the client to find their own solutions.
01793 378002 View 01793 378002
Photo of Sandra Estelle Counselling, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Sandra Estelle Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN4
I offer One-to-One & Couples Counselling , and Clinical Supervision Sessions in my Therapy Room, but arrangements can be made for Telephone, Conference Call or Walk and Talk Sessions.
My name is Sandra and I have worked as an Integrative Counsellor since 2013. For a lot of that time my work has been focused on working with the bereaved, both adults and children, helping them to understand their grief and finding ways to live with their loss. Through this work I have gained experience working with clients affected by a variety of tragedies, including suicide and the death of a child. I have also worked as a volunteer addiction counsellor, and as a facilitator for carers groups.
I offer One-to-One & Couples Counselling , and Clinical Supervision Sessions in my Therapy Room, but arrangements can be made for Telephone, Conference Call or Walk and Talk Sessions.
My name is Sandra and I have worked as an Integrative Counsellor since 2013. For a lot of that time my work has been focused on working with the bereaved, both adults and children, helping them to understand their grief and finding ways to live with their loss. Through this work I have gained experience working with clients affected by a variety of tragedies, including suicide and the death of a child. I have also worked as a volunteer addiction counsellor, and as a facilitator for carers groups.
01793 234426 View 01793 234426
Photo of Nicoleta Sandu, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Nicoleta Sandu
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN4  (Online Only)
By focusing on exploring your difficulties from an integrative perspective and by placing the relationship between us at the heart of our work, I aim to encourage you to take responsibility for your responses, actions and behaviours.
Online/phone sessions available. Hello and warm welcome. Do you want to UNDERSTAND YOURSELF better and BE UNDERSTOOD? When talking about their difficulties, in a safe and caring space, many people find a WAY FORWARD through their struggles. You deserve to live a life full of passion and joy! Do not let your anxiety, depression, self-limiting beliefs, or your damaging thoughts limit your potential, impede your creativity and freedom of expression, or stop you from becoming what you are meant to be in the world!
By focusing on exploring your difficulties from an integrative perspective and by placing the relationship between us at the heart of our work, I aim to encourage you to take responsibility for your responses, actions and behaviours.
Online/phone sessions available. Hello and warm welcome. Do you want to UNDERSTAND YOURSELF better and BE UNDERSTOOD? When talking about their difficulties, in a safe and caring space, many people find a WAY FORWARD through their struggles. You deserve to live a life full of passion and joy! Do not let your anxiety, depression, self-limiting beliefs, or your damaging thoughts limit your potential, impede your creativity and freedom of expression, or stop you from becoming what you are meant to be in the world!
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Photo of Barbara Lorusso Mbacp(Accred)., Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Barbara Lorusso Mbacp(Accred).
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN2
I can offer face to face or Zoom counselling sessions for individuals and prefer to work face to face with couples or groups (including families).
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
I can offer face to face or Zoom counselling sessions for individuals and prefer to work face to face with couples or groups (including families).
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
01793 540359 View 01793 540359
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Julie Chivers
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Swindon SN3
I wonder what brings you here today. Are you feeling lost, anxious, or sad, not sure where to turn to? Are you feeling the emotional pain of a bereavement or issues in or the end of a relationship , whether a partner or family issues. I can offer you the time and space to explore your difficulties and help you to work through them in a safe and confidential environment, being open-minded, without judgement or criticism. Please call or e-mail me to discuss how I can help you.
I wonder what brings you here today. Are you feeling lost, anxious, or sad, not sure where to turn to? Are you feeling the emotional pain of a bereavement or issues in or the end of a relationship , whether a partner or family issues. I can offer you the time and space to explore your difficulties and help you to work through them in a safe and confidential environment, being open-minded, without judgement or criticism. Please call or e-mail me to discuss how I can help you.
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A Time For You, Counselling and Reiki (Tina Deas)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Swindon SN5
I help Individuals and Couples with many different concerns. They often want to be able to feel and cope better, to improve their relationships, their wellbeing and their lives. Perhaps you are trying to cope with a bereavement or have suffered another loss such as the breakdown of a relationship . You may feel that with support, you are ready to tackle some trauma you have suffered or you may need help with your current situation. Or maybe you just feel a little lost and need some help to get yourself back on track or you don't really know where to start and feel anxious about talking to someone about your problems. I can help.
I help Individuals and Couples with many different concerns. They often want to be able to feel and cope better, to improve their relationships, their wellbeing and their lives. Perhaps you are trying to cope with a bereavement or have suffered another loss such as the breakdown of a relationship . You may feel that with support, you are ready to tackle some trauma you have suffered or you may need help with your current situation. Or maybe you just feel a little lost and need some help to get yourself back on track or you don't really know where to start and feel anxious about talking to someone about your problems. I can help.
01793 540333 View 01793 540333
Photo of Angela Alexsandra Warwick, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Angela Alexsandra Warwick
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Swindon SN2  (Online Only)
You may be dealing with a bereavement, have low self esteem, feel anxious or depressed, lack self confidence or are experiencing family/ relationship problems and are struggling to understand how or why you feel this way, then together we can explore these feelings so you can have a better understanding of them.
Seeking counselling and having the space to talk and focus on you, can help when life throws you difficult situations, feelings and events. Having the space to talk about whatever you choose to without judgement can be liberating. As a Person-Centred Counsellor I will work alongside you, supporting you in any decisions you choose to make. My aim is to build a professional, trusting relationship with you where you feel safe to share any issues you choose to bring to your sessions.
You may be dealing with a bereavement, have low self esteem, feel anxious or depressed, lack self confidence or are experiencing family/ relationship problems and are struggling to understand how or why you feel this way, then together we can explore these feelings so you can have a better understanding of them.
Seeking counselling and having the space to talk and focus on you, can help when life throws you difficult situations, feelings and events. Having the space to talk about whatever you choose to without judgement can be liberating. As a Person-Centred Counsellor I will work alongside you, supporting you in any decisions you choose to make. My aim is to build a professional, trusting relationship with you where you feel safe to share any issues you choose to bring to your sessions.
01793 540574 View 01793 540574
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Kasia Wojewodka Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN2
I offer you, your child or young person, a welcoming and empathic relationship , in a safe, confidential space.
Feeling challenged by life? Relationships, families, work, school or health affect us; knock our self-esteem, leaving us feeling stressed, anxious or low. It may be a past event or something more recent that is affecting you. Maybe you feel as though no-one is listening. Often it helps to talk things through with someone outside the situation. Counselling is an opportunity to get to know yourself better, and with gentle, non-judgemental curiosity, think about any changes you might like to make and find ways to navigate through the challenges you face. If you feel I can help you through this process, please contact me.
I offer you, your child or young person, a welcoming and empathic relationship , in a safe, confidential space.
Feeling challenged by life? Relationships, families, work, school or health affect us; knock our self-esteem, leaving us feeling stressed, anxious or low. It may be a past event or something more recent that is affecting you. Maybe you feel as though no-one is listening. Often it helps to talk things through with someone outside the situation. Counselling is an opportunity to get to know yourself better, and with gentle, non-judgemental curiosity, think about any changes you might like to make and find ways to navigate through the challenges you face. If you feel I can help you through this process, please contact me.
01793 540116 View 01793 540116
Photo of Melanie Richards, Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Melanie Richards
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN1
I understand how difficult it can be to take the first step when looking for support but please be assured that I will do all I can to put you at ease. I am experienced in a wide range of issues, supporting clients from all walks of life including personnel from the emergency services. I offer a secure, confidential and professional relationship in the privacy of regular, reliable sessions. I also work as Clinical Lead with 13-25 year olds in a young persons service. My approach is holistic, in that I am interested in "the whole person".
I understand how difficult it can be to take the first step when looking for support but please be assured that I will do all I can to put you at ease. I am experienced in a wide range of issues, supporting clients from all walks of life including personnel from the emergency services. I offer a secure, confidential and professional relationship in the privacy of regular, reliable sessions. I also work as Clinical Lead with 13-25 year olds in a young persons service. My approach is holistic, in that I am interested in "the whole person".
01793 234315 View 01793 234315
Photo of Tracy Mendis, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Tracy Mendis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN5
I have experience working in many areas - including stress, anxiety, depression, attachment & relationship difficulties, low self esteem & confidence, loss, bereavement, and a wide range of eating issues .
Hurting? Unhappy? Confused? Need to talk to someone you can trust? I am a professionally trained and qualified counsellor. I offer a safe place where you can be truly heard - not judged or told what to do - and I work in whatever way is best for you and most appropriate to the circumstances that you are dealing with. Whatever you are facing - you don't have to do it alone. Together - we can find your way forward. I have 25 years experience in counselling & psychology and have worked in the UK and NZ. I work with adults and teenagers. I also offer supervision for practicing counsellors and enjoy working with counselling students.
I have experience working in many areas - including stress, anxiety, depression, attachment & relationship difficulties, low self esteem & confidence, loss, bereavement, and a wide range of eating issues .
Hurting? Unhappy? Confused? Need to talk to someone you can trust? I am a professionally trained and qualified counsellor. I offer a safe place where you can be truly heard - not judged or told what to do - and I work in whatever way is best for you and most appropriate to the circumstances that you are dealing with. Whatever you are facing - you don't have to do it alone. Together - we can find your way forward. I have 25 years experience in counselling & psychology and have worked in the UK and NZ. I work with adults and teenagers. I also offer supervision for practicing counsellors and enjoy working with counselling students.
01793 387141 View 01793 387141
Photo of Danielle Harris, Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Danielle Harris
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Swindon SN25  (Online Only)
I work with people from all walks of life. I provide an online counselling service that meets you where you’re at, both physically and emotionally. I have experience working with a wide range of issues including, abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, eating difficulties, loneliness, relationship problems, health concerns, bereavement, self-esteem, sexual orientation, sexual abuse, discrimination, and many more difficulties that are faced in life. Working online, I often meet expats and digital nomads, however, online counselling can also be suitable to everyone, including people living and working in their home country.
I work with people from all walks of life. I provide an online counselling service that meets you where you’re at, both physically and emotionally. I have experience working with a wide range of issues including, abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, eating difficulties, loneliness, relationship problems, health concerns, bereavement, self-esteem, sexual orientation, sexual abuse, discrimination, and many more difficulties that are faced in life. Working online, I often meet expats and digital nomads, however, online counselling can also be suitable to everyone, including people living and working in their home country.
01793 540771 View 01793 540771
Photo of Katrina Flood, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Katrina Flood
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN2
I have extensive experience of working in the field of mental health including self harm, suicidal ideation, self esteem, relationship issues.
Are you wanting your voice to be truly heard? Do you need someone to really listen to how you are feeling, and not be told how you should or should not feel? Or perhaps you would like someone to give you time and space to just be who you need to be, during what might be a difficult time for you right now. I understand how challenging it can be to share your thoughts and feelings with a complete stranger, to share something that you may feel you are going to be judged on, or perhaps no-one will understand. I also offer supervison for practicing counsellors and have a passion working with students.
I have extensive experience of working in the field of mental health including self harm, suicidal ideation, self esteem, relationship issues.
Are you wanting your voice to be truly heard? Do you need someone to really listen to how you are feeling, and not be told how you should or should not feel? Or perhaps you would like someone to give you time and space to just be who you need to be, during what might be a difficult time for you right now. I understand how challenging it can be to share your thoughts and feelings with a complete stranger, to share something that you may feel you are going to be judged on, or perhaps no-one will understand. I also offer supervison for practicing counsellors and have a passion working with students.
01793 953043 View 01793 953043
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Counselling with Carrie
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Swindon SN2
I aim to build a strong, open, trusting relationship with all clients as that is the best tool for positive change.
Hi from me, Carrie, and a thanks for considering counselling with me. How many counsellors profiles have you read this week/month? It’s a big step to reach out for help so finding the ‘one’ is important! I deal with all sorts of issues and clients. Are you worried you might not be ‘unwell’ enough for counselling? That your issues aren’t as bad as someone else’s? Just feeling out of sorts and not sure why? Or are there life challenges to be worked through but not sure where to start? I offer you the time and space to work through whatever is troubling you and we do that at your pace.
I aim to build a strong, open, trusting relationship with all clients as that is the best tool for positive change.
Hi from me, Carrie, and a thanks for considering counselling with me. How many counsellors profiles have you read this week/month? It’s a big step to reach out for help so finding the ‘one’ is important! I deal with all sorts of issues and clients. Are you worried you might not be ‘unwell’ enough for counselling? That your issues aren’t as bad as someone else’s? Just feeling out of sorts and not sure why? Or are there life challenges to be worked through but not sure where to start? I offer you the time and space to work through whatever is troubling you and we do that at your pace.
01793 540871 View 01793 540871

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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.