Marriage Counselling in Thornton-Cleveleys

I have also recently completed Couples Counselling trainning and can now offer this across the Fylde coast.
I have worked at the CASHER team at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. Where I supported young people and children who are struggling with mental health issues. I work with the young people to support them and find the right way forward for them. I have experience of working with young people with neurodirverse differences and help them engage with coping styles.
I have also recently completed Couples Counselling trainning and can now offer this across the Fylde coast.
I have worked at the CASHER team at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. Where I supported young people and children who are struggling with mental health issues. I work with the young people to support them and find the right way forward for them. I have experience of working with young people with neurodirverse differences and help them engage with coping styles.
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I work with children, young people, adults, couples, and families, supporting a wide range of issues.
Welcome. Hello, I’m thrilled to see you visiting my profile! Finding the right practitioner is a fundamental part of the therapeutic process, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I have 26 years of experience offering therapies recommended by NICE guidelines (NHS). I take private referrals alongside providing services for Social Services, Adoption Support, Residential Care Homes, and LCC Schools. If you’re looking for high-quality individual therapy sessions with a skilled and experienced Psychotherapist who genuinely cares, you’ve come to the right place.
I work with children, young people, adults, couples, and families, supporting a wide range of issues.
Welcome. Hello, I’m thrilled to see you visiting my profile! Finding the right practitioner is a fundamental part of the therapeutic process, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I have 26 years of experience offering therapies recommended by NICE guidelines (NHS). I take private referrals alongside providing services for Social Services, Adoption Support, Residential Care Homes, and LCC Schools. If you’re looking for high-quality individual therapy sessions with a skilled and experienced Psychotherapist who genuinely cares, you’ve come to the right place.
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Laura Turba
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Online Only
I'm here to help you work through your own individual therapy needs in a way that works for you. I have experience in working with a variety of life's difficulties, from every day stress to self esteem issues, childhood trauma, anxiety and so much more. My only goal is to help get you to the best version of yourself that you can be, working to give you the tools you need be able to continue working on yourself throughout the difficulties that life often throws our way. With me as your therapist you will feel heard, valued and respected. I understand goals and life changes, therapy may need to be reviewed and adapted to your needs.
I'm here to help you work through your own individual therapy needs in a way that works for you. I have experience in working with a variety of life's difficulties, from every day stress to self esteem issues, childhood trauma, anxiety and so much more. My only goal is to help get you to the best version of yourself that you can be, working to give you the tools you need be able to continue working on yourself throughout the difficulties that life often throws our way. With me as your therapist you will feel heard, valued and respected. I understand goals and life changes, therapy may need to be reviewed and adapted to your needs.
01253 835119 View 01253 835119
Lindsey Schofield
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, my name is Lindsey. I am a fully qualified & registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. Seeking professional support is not a sign of weakness or vulnerability and can be a positive empowering choice to make. My role is to work alongside you to offer a safe, fully supportive space for therapeutic change, sharing healthy life skills, tools & techniques to cope with whatever your life experiences may be or have been- to support you to challenge & overcome unhealthy thoughts & behaviour.
Hi, my name is Lindsey. I am a fully qualified & registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. Seeking professional support is not a sign of weakness or vulnerability and can be a positive empowering choice to make. My role is to work alongside you to offer a safe, fully supportive space for therapeutic change, sharing healthy life skills, tools & techniques to cope with whatever your life experiences may be or have been- to support you to challenge & overcome unhealthy thoughts & behaviour.
01253 335711 View 01253 335711
Dr Shanika S Anthony
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
I am a Medical Doctor, Psychotherapist (progressing BABCP Accreditation), and Trainee Health Psychologist with over 20 years of healthcare experience in the NHS and private practice. I provide evidence-based psychological therapy for adults, drawing on CBT alongside ACT, DBT-informed therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and Health Psychology principles. Every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, goals, and strengths, offering a holistic approach that considers both physical and psychological wellbeing while supporting meaningful and lasting change.
I am a Medical Doctor, Psychotherapist (progressing BABCP Accreditation), and Trainee Health Psychologist with over 20 years of healthcare experience in the NHS and private practice. I provide evidence-based psychological therapy for adults, drawing on CBT alongside ACT, DBT-informed therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and Health Psychology principles. Every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, goals, and strengths, offering a holistic approach that considers both physical and psychological wellbeing while supporting meaningful and lasting change.
01253 389179 View 01253 389179
James Andrew Wood
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with people facing recovery issues, grief, loss, identity struggles, and major life change. Some come with a clear issue such as addiction, bereavement, anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or aware that life no longer feels as it once did. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where clients can speak openly, make sense of difficult experiences, and begin to move towards change in a way that feels manageable and meaningful.
I work with people facing recovery issues, grief, loss, identity struggles, and major life change. Some come with a clear issue such as addiction, bereavement, anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or aware that life no longer feels as it once did. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where clients can speak openly, make sense of difficult experiences, and begin to move towards change in a way that feels manageable and meaningful.
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Jim Maxwell
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Fighting emotional overwhelm, stress, or anxiety? Whether you are a working professional burning out, a parent feeling overwhelmed, or someone struggling with anger and relationship stress, you do not have to carry this dread alone. I provide CBT, EFT, and Somatic therapy in Blackpool and surrounding areas and also online across the UK. I firmly believe a safe, genuine human connection is what makes therapy work. Together, we can build practical coping strategies, heal root trauma, improve communication and emotionally regulate. I will help you by building a simple and effective plan. Contact me for a free consultation
Fighting emotional overwhelm, stress, or anxiety? Whether you are a working professional burning out, a parent feeling overwhelmed, or someone struggling with anger and relationship stress, you do not have to carry this dread alone. I provide CBT, EFT, and Somatic therapy in Blackpool and surrounding areas and also online across the UK. I firmly believe a safe, genuine human connection is what makes therapy work. Together, we can build practical coping strategies, heal root trauma, improve communication and emotionally regulate. I will help you by building a simple and effective plan. Contact me for a free consultation
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Rachael Radford
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I primarily work with the impact of Trauma, with individuals and couples.
Do you feel stuck or unable to move on from your past? Perhaps you notice patterns in your relationships or behaviour that feel impossible to change. Are you coping in ways that are no longer serving you? Painful experiences can often lead to us feeling lost and disconnected, which can impact on how we feel about ourselves, our relationships and the world around us. Shame or fear might be getting in the way of you asking for what you need, creating boundaries and telling people how you feel, which might lead to more stuckness. We all get stuck at times, that's very human! And we all need to feel seen, heard & understood.
I primarily work with the impact of Trauma, with individuals and couples.
Do you feel stuck or unable to move on from your past? Perhaps you notice patterns in your relationships or behaviour that feel impossible to change. Are you coping in ways that are no longer serving you? Painful experiences can often lead to us feeling lost and disconnected, which can impact on how we feel about ourselves, our relationships and the world around us. Shame or fear might be getting in the way of you asking for what you need, creating boundaries and telling people how you feel, which might lead to more stuckness. We all get stuck at times, that's very human! And we all need to feel seen, heard & understood.
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Burcu Arslan
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Serves Area
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.
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Jean Barbara MacGillivray
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
I have worked within an NHS practice and a secondary school for a number of years. This means that my clients have been adults, teenagers and children of different ages, backgrounds, and faiths. As an integrative counsellor I offer short-term and long-term counselling. I support the restoring of positive mental health by using a range of traditional models and creative techniques tailored specifically to each individual client's need. Because I appreciate how daunting it can be meeting a stranger, I offer an initial session at £35, so that my client and I can meet and experience a positive start to therapy. Further sessions are £55
I have worked within an NHS practice and a secondary school for a number of years. This means that my clients have been adults, teenagers and children of different ages, backgrounds, and faiths. As an integrative counsellor I offer short-term and long-term counselling. I support the restoring of positive mental health by using a range of traditional models and creative techniques tailored specifically to each individual client's need. Because I appreciate how daunting it can be meeting a stranger, I offer an initial session at £35, so that my client and I can meet and experience a positive start to therapy. Further sessions are £55
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Despina Andreou
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, trauma, relationship struggles, and significant life transitions.
My approach is warm, honest, and engaged. I won’t simply sit and nod — I’ll ask thoughtful questions, offer reflections, and help you uncover the deeper patterns shaping your experiences. Together, we’ll explore what may be holding you back and turn insight into real, lasting change.
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, trauma, relationship struggles, and significant life transitions.
My approach is warm, honest, and engaged. I won’t simply sit and nod — I’ll ask thoughtful questions, offer reflections, and help you uncover the deeper patterns shaping your experiences. Together, we’ll explore what may be holding you back and turn insight into real, lasting change.
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Papillon Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist
Wigan WN6
With couples, I provide a safe environment for each partner to get vulnerable and be heard.
Are you ready to move from struggle to freedom? Do you want to move from surviving to thriving? Hi, I’m Sara and whatever your current challenges, whether in relationship, with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression or trauma, our work together will enable you to begin to move through feelings of stuckness and pain towards healing and peace. ​I'm passionate about empowering my clients to gain clarity and heal the relationship towards themselves and others so they can live the life they truly deserve. If you're looking in-depth healing and lasting change, you've landed in the right place.
With couples, I provide a safe environment for each partner to get vulnerable and be heard.
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Sarah Lee
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
I'm a Psychotherapist (Psychodynamic Trained) and I've been in practice for 20 + Years. I'm experienced in counselling Low mood, Anxiety, Trauma, Addiction, Family dynamics, Relationships, LGBTQIA+ , Loss & Grief, Cancer and Progressive illnesses and I have extensive understanding in hospice care. I also have extensive experience in Counselling Children and young people aged 5 years+ Please Text, email or phone me and I will get back to you as quickly as possible.
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Ed Fitzpatrick
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Welcome to my profile, I know life can be challenging at times and our worries and anxieties can leave us feeling confused and struggling with negative thoughts and emotions. I have a friendly, warm, down to earth approach that provides you with a nurturing environment to help you explore your concerns, rebuild your confidence and enable you to implement strategies and approaches that will help you move forward positively with your life.
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Dr Julija Jain
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
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Share your problems, Challenge them, Learn new ways of coping and experience Change with my psychological services. I have over 10 years of training and practice in the most effective therapies aimed at helping people with complex and less complex mental health needs. As a highly skilled Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I can help you feel empowered and gain control of yourself and your responses to challenging situations. Book yourself for an initial psychological assessment session which will help us to have a better understanding of your issues and what specific approach is needed to resolve these issues: www.drjulijajain.com
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CB Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, or just the weight of everyday life? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone either. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for people of all ages and backgrounds to begin healing. Whether you're facing long-standing trauma or recent emotional struggles, I’m here to support you. With years of experience in mental health support, I work with a wide range of conditions and tailor therapy to meet your unique needs. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, or just the weight of everyday life? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone either. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for people of all ages and backgrounds to begin healing. Whether you're facing long-standing trauma or recent emotional struggles, I’m here to support you. With years of experience in mental health support, I work with a wide range of conditions and tailor therapy to meet your unique needs. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and empowered.
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Ester Bellissimo Sex Therapy
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
Online Only
I’m a kink-affirmative Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist who supports individuals and couples seeking help with sex to feel more comfortable and confident.
My therapeutic style is rooted in celebrating the uniqueness of each person’s sexual needs and desires. We work collaboratively and practically, incorporating practical exercises alongside a mind-body approach to address the specific sexual issues you may be facing, nurturing greater understanding, safety, and confidence.
I’m a kink-affirmative Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist who supports individuals and couples seeking help with sex to feel more comfortable and confident.
My therapeutic style is rooted in celebrating the uniqueness of each person’s sexual needs and desires. We work collaboratively and practically, incorporating practical exercises alongside a mind-body approach to address the specific sexual issues you may be facing, nurturing greater understanding, safety, and confidence.
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Couple counselling here helps you put the disconnection down & find your way back to each other.
I work bilingually, in English and French, using Gottman-method couples therapy and neuroqueer-affirming individual work. Sessions are not about fixing you. They are about finding you. We move at your pace, in a safe space with everything you bring until the life you stopped allowing yourself to want starts to feel genuinely possible.
Couple counselling here helps you put the disconnection down & find your way back to each other.
I work bilingually, in English and French, using Gottman-method couples therapy and neuroqueer-affirming individual work. Sessions are not about fixing you. They are about finding you. We move at your pace, in a safe space with everything you bring until the life you stopped allowing yourself to want starts to feel genuinely possible.
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Anita Lonsdale Therapy Services
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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I have nearly twenty years professional experience working with adults, couples and young people through crisis, loss, trauma and unexpected life changes.
I have worked for Agencies, Charities, Schools, Youth Offending, Victim Support as well as having my own Private Practice, thus bring a lot of experience to the session. I work with individuals, couples and families. Some of the issues that I can support you with is trauma, anger, loss and bereavement, abuse, stress etc.
I have nearly twenty years professional experience working with adults, couples and young people through crisis, loss, trauma and unexpected life changes.
I have worked for Agencies, Charities, Schools, Youth Offending, Victim Support as well as having my own Private Practice, thus bring a lot of experience to the session. I work with individuals, couples and families. Some of the issues that I can support you with is trauma, anger, loss and bereavement, abuse, stress etc.
07973 690066 View 07973 690066
I work with individuals and couples, helping build compassionate connection with own self and within relationships.
I help individuals and couples explore how their experiences shape how they feel today. By working through these layers, we can uncover and heal the deeper roots of emotions, allowing you to navigate your life more easily. I have a knack (and much training) for helping people to feel at ease, and this allows for open exploration.
I work with individuals and couples, helping build compassionate connection with own self and within relationships.
I help individuals and couples explore how their experiences shape how they feel today. By working through these layers, we can uncover and heal the deeper roots of emotions, allowing you to navigate your life more easily. I have a knack (and much training) for helping people to feel at ease, and this allows for open exploration.
0161 524 8344 View 0161 524 8344
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.