Couples Counselling in Thames Ditton

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Liz Goldspink
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore.
My name is Liz and I am a qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I have a postgraduate diploma in therapeutic counselling and I work integratively which means that I draw on a variety of approaches in my counselling practice.
You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore.
My name is Liz and I am a qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I have a postgraduate diploma in therapeutic counselling and I work integratively which means that I draw on a variety of approaches in my counselling practice.
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Jane Ryder
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I work with individuals and couples and am a fully qualified, accredited psychosexual therapist and relationship psychotherapist.
I am an accredited practitioner I work for The NHS and The Priory. Presenting issues I tend to work with are depression, anxiety and with emotional and sexual relationships. I have further specialisms in sexual compulsivity and sexual issues.
I work with individuals and couples and am a fully qualified, accredited psychosexual therapist and relationship psychotherapist.
I am an accredited practitioner I work for The NHS and The Priory. Presenting issues I tend to work with are depression, anxiety and with emotional and sexual relationships. I have further specialisms in sexual compulsivity and sexual issues.
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Louise Ann Becker-Murphy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
Senior Accredited by the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), professional, qualified, experienced counsellor and psychotherapist offering support and proven success in improving your enjoyment of life.
I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
Senior Accredited by the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), professional, qualified, experienced counsellor and psychotherapist offering support and proven success in improving your enjoyment of life.
07756 902911 View 07756 902911
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Lynda Anderson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I work with individuals and couples, helping them find ways to live a more fulfilled and satisfying life.
In session, I'll listen, ask questions, share thoughts and feelings and ensure our pace and direction feels right for you. I like to communicate plainly and clearly, (without ‘therapy speak’), and aim to bring compassion, creativity, acceptance and myself to our meeting, as a therapist and human being; I'm very much not a 'blank page'.
I work with individuals and couples, helping them find ways to live a more fulfilled and satisfying life.
In session, I'll listen, ask questions, share thoughts and feelings and ensure our pace and direction feels right for you. I like to communicate plainly and clearly, (without ‘therapy speak’), and aim to bring compassion, creativity, acceptance and myself to our meeting, as a therapist and human being; I'm very much not a 'blank page'.
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Eujenny Isaac-George
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London E2
Relationship in any context can be full of complexities and challenges.
I provide a collaborative, empathic and trauma-informed space to individuals, couples and families to explore how relationships, life events and cultural contexts shape well being. We will work collaboratively to enable you to recognise your strengths and appreciate your unique and authentic self to enable you to meet and work through the challenges.
Relationship in any context can be full of complexities and challenges.
I provide a collaborative, empathic and trauma-informed space to individuals, couples and families to explore how relationships, life events and cultural contexts shape well being. We will work collaboratively to enable you to recognise your strengths and appreciate your unique and authentic self to enable you to meet and work through the challenges.
020 4538 4658 View 020 4538 4658
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Yaprak Bahar
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
I support individuals and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, identity questions, and life transitions.
I am an experienced, trauma-informed therapist who works with individuals and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds. I hold an MA in Clinical and Counselling Psychology, an MSc in Social Psychology, and I am Level 3 trained in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
I support individuals and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, identity questions, and life transitions.
I am an experienced, trauma-informed therapist who works with individuals and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds. I hold an MA in Clinical and Counselling Psychology, an MSc in Social Psychology, and I am Level 3 trained in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
020 4572 4234 View 020 4572 4234
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The Goddard Clinic
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
London SE1
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist accredited by the British Association of Behaviour and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Chartered Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR, levels 1-3) and hypnosis.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist accredited by the British Association of Behaviour and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Chartered Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR, levels 1-3) and hypnosis.
020 7467 8473 View 020 7467 8473
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Psychotherapy Clinic London
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
Consultant Cognitive Psychologist, Founder and Director of The Psychotherapy Clinic London Ltd. I offer single consultations and/or course of therapy sessions for common everyday issues such stress, low confidence, low self-esteem, etc.) or more severe psychological problems associated with depression, anxiety- GAD, OCD, HA, PD, phobias, trauma-related conditions, including PTSD and CPTSD. I also offer consultations and coaching for personal or professional development, such as communication, interpersonal interactions,decision-making, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
Consultant Cognitive Psychologist, Founder and Director of The Psychotherapy Clinic London Ltd. I offer single consultations and/or course of therapy sessions for common everyday issues such stress, low confidence, low self-esteem, etc.) or more severe psychological problems associated with depression, anxiety- GAD, OCD, HA, PD, phobias, trauma-related conditions, including PTSD and CPTSD. I also offer consultations and coaching for personal or professional development, such as communication, interpersonal interactions,decision-making, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
020 8129 6160 View 020 8129 6160
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Danny Ashen
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Sevenoaks TN15
Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship issues, grief, or seeking personal growth, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, respect, and care.
I work with a variety of problems and specialise in Gender identity problems, LGBTQ+ issues and autism in both adults and children.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship issues, grief, or seeking personal growth, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, respect, and care.
I work with a variety of problems and specialise in Gender identity problems, LGBTQ+ issues and autism in both adults and children.
01322 952604 View 01322 952604
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Ania Dyczkowska
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London W1W
Many people seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or caught in self-defeating patterns that affect their wellbeing, work, or relationships.
I am an ISTDP-trained psychotherapist offering both short-term and long-term therapy. ISTDP is an evidence-based approach that helps address emotional barriers, anxiety, and recurring patterns that may contribute to distress. My integrative background includes Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment Theory, Psychosynthesis, Humanistic Therapy and CBT.
Many people seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or caught in self-defeating patterns that affect their wellbeing, work, or relationships.
I am an ISTDP-trained psychotherapist offering both short-term and long-term therapy. ISTDP is an evidence-based approach that helps address emotional barriers, anxiety, and recurring patterns that may contribute to distress. My integrative background includes Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment Theory, Psychosynthesis, Humanistic Therapy and CBT.
020 3984 9683 View 020 3984 9683
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Andrew Allan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Sevenoaks TN13
I specialise in relationships, helping individuals and couples with infidelity, intimacy, communication, relationship anxiety, connection and more.
I will look to put you at ease and try to understand what it is like to walk in your shoes, as no two people are the same. I believe in playing an active role and so as well as listening, l will work with you to explore ways of making things feel better and help identify solutions where you are stuck. With couples, I will ensure that both of you feel heard.
I specialise in relationships, helping individuals and couples with infidelity, intimacy, communication, relationship anxiety, connection and more.
I will look to put you at ease and try to understand what it is like to walk in your shoes, as no two people are the same. I believe in playing an active role and so as well as listening, l will work with you to explore ways of making things feel better and help identify solutions where you are stuck. With couples, I will ensure that both of you feel heard.
01732 496782 View 01732 496782
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Burcu Arslan
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
London SW11
Do you find yourself repeatedly choosing emotionally unavailable partners, or struggling to feel fully connected in a committed relationship?
I tailor therapy to each individual, drawing on evidence-based approaches and a deep respect for your lived experience. We explore emotional patterns, inner pressures, and relational dynamics at a pace that feels safe. Sessions are available in English and Turkish.
Do you find yourself repeatedly choosing emotionally unavailable partners, or struggling to feel fully connected in a committed relationship?
I tailor therapy to each individual, drawing on evidence-based approaches and a deep respect for your lived experience. We explore emotional patterns, inner pressures, and relational dynamics at a pace that feels safe. Sessions are available in English and Turkish.
020 4634 1371 View 020 4634 1371
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Rose Mazillius
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
London E2
Hello, my name is Rose Mazillius (she/her/they) and I am an accredited, queer, integrative Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist working from my office in Shoreditch, East London.
Areas I work: Communication in relationships, identifying patterns, desire/desire discrepency, conflict/repair, self-esteem, performance anxiety, shame, sexual compulsivity/out-of-control sexual behaviour, ending a relationship, vaginismus, dyspareunia, erectile dysfunction, rapid ejaculation, arousal difficulties, emotional/physical/sexual intimacy support
Hello, my name is Rose Mazillius (she/her/they) and I am an accredited, queer, integrative Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist working from my office in Shoreditch, East London.
Areas I work: Communication in relationships, identifying patterns, desire/desire discrepency, conflict/repair, self-esteem, performance anxiety, shame, sexual compulsivity/out-of-control sexual behaviour, ending a relationship, vaginismus, dyspareunia, erectile dysfunction, rapid ejaculation, arousal difficulties, emotional/physical/sexual intimacy support
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Sarah Ingram
Psychotherapist, MA
Sevenoaks TN13
I am a specialist couples therapist and Visiting Clinician at world-leading Tavistock Relationships.
I work psychodynamically, this means we will think about past experiences and patterns that might influence your relationship. Relationships start out full of hope and expectation but can end up disappointing and being a source of dissatisfaction, resentment, and loneliness. We can think together about how to understand yourself better.
I am a specialist couples therapist and Visiting Clinician at world-leading Tavistock Relationships.
I work psychodynamically, this means we will think about past experiences and patterns that might influence your relationship. Relationships start out full of hope and expectation but can end up disappointing and being a source of dissatisfaction, resentment, and loneliness. We can think together about how to understand yourself better.
01732 444858 View 01732 444858
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Gemma Ross
Psychotherapist, MA
I have worked with children and adults for over 25 years. I offer a creative and embodied approach to supporting clients with a variety of emotional, physical and mental health needs. My area of expertise are ASD, ADHD, depression, loss and anxiety. Together I support you to set your own achievable goals, to work towards healings wounds and reshaping old patterns.
I have worked with children and adults for over 25 years. I offer a creative and embodied approach to supporting clients with a variety of emotional, physical and mental health needs. My area of expertise are ASD, ADHD, depression, loss and anxiety. Together I support you to set your own achievable goals, to work towards healings wounds and reshaping old patterns.
01483 694279 View 01483 694279
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Margitta Detjen
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
London SW1W
The therapeutic process helps identify and understand what is happening in your inner world, in your relationships, your behavioural patterns and the difficulties in you experience.
My work is grounded in relational, phenomenological and psychodynamic training, and is continuously informed by developments in research. This evidence-based theoretical framework allows me to carefully meet each client’s needs, including all dimensions of the process – mind, emotions, body and spirit.
The therapeutic process helps identify and understand what is happening in your inner world, in your relationships, your behavioural patterns and the difficulties in you experience.
My work is grounded in relational, phenomenological and psychodynamic training, and is continuously informed by developments in research. This evidence-based theoretical framework allows me to carefully meet each client’s needs, including all dimensions of the process – mind, emotions, body and spirit.
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Hana Mandikova
Counsellor, MBACP
Croydon CR0
I am an individual and couples therapist specialising in supporting adults whose past difficulties and traumatic experiences affect their ability to fully engage with the present.
I am trained as a trauma-informed therapist and I support individuals and partners to understand how past experiences shape and reflect in their present lives. I offer focused, depth-oriented work that helps reduce the impact of trauma, improve communication, and build healthier, more secure relationships.
I am an individual and couples therapist specialising in supporting adults whose past difficulties and traumatic experiences affect their ability to fully engage with the present.
I am trained as a trauma-informed therapist and I support individuals and partners to understand how past experiences shape and reflect in their present lives. I offer focused, depth-oriented work that helps reduce the impact of trauma, improve communication, and build healthier, more secure relationships.
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Matthew Whitfield
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London E2
I want to help you rediscover yourself. If living at ease feels like a challenge, therapy can help to open up the important questions about who you are and what you’re struggling with, and address some possible answers.
I want to help you rediscover yourself. If living at ease feels like a challenge, therapy can help to open up the important questions about who you are and what you’re struggling with, and address some possible answers.
020 8106 4718 View 020 8106 4718
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Dr Simon J Gibson
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Online Only
I'm Simon, a psychologist with 45 years of practice and passion. I believe in the power of compassion, curiosity, and connection. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood - just as you are. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I'm here to walk alongside you. I’m the originator of Life Theme Analysis and CEO of Optimised Life—an international psychological consultancy originally based in London. While our roots began in one city, we now work online and proudly support clients worldwide.
I'm Simon, a psychologist with 45 years of practice and passion. I believe in the power of compassion, curiosity, and connection. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood - just as you are. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I'm here to walk alongside you. I’m the originator of Life Theme Analysis and CEO of Optimised Life—an international psychological consultancy originally based in London. While our roots began in one city, we now work online and proudly support clients worldwide.
020 4538 3762 View 020 4538 3762
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Dr Steve Mayers
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London SW6
If you're dealing with relationship challenges, trauma, experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, psychosis and other problems, then I can help.
Previous clients have reported that therapy with me feels safe, person-centred and non-judgemental space. We will explore your past, present and future within a therapeutic relationship where you will feel seen and heard. Whatever your concerns, we will work together to reduce your distress and achieve your potential.
If you're dealing with relationship challenges, trauma, experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, psychosis and other problems, then I can help.
Previous clients have reported that therapy with me feels safe, person-centred and non-judgemental space. We will explore your past, present and future within a therapeutic relationship where you will feel seen and heard. Whatever your concerns, we will work together to reduce your distress and achieve your potential.
020 3701 7992 View 020 3701 7992
FAQ - About Couples Therapy
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.