Marriage Counselling in Wareham
I hold a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and Psychotherapy, a BA (Hons) in Counselling, and specialist training in Couples Therapy for Depression (Tavistock Relationships).
There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck disconnected from ourselves or others — when our usual ways of coping no longer seem to help. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can talk openly and feel heard without judgment. As a compassionate, experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I draw on Systemic, Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT approaches to support understanding, bring hope, healing, and meaningful change.
I hold a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and Psychotherapy, a BA (Hons) in Counselling, and specialist training in Couples Therapy for Depression (Tavistock Relationships).
There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck disconnected from ourselves or others — when our usual ways of coping no longer seem to help. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can talk openly and feel heard without judgment. As a compassionate, experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I draw on Systemic, Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT approaches to support understanding, bring hope, healing, and meaningful change.
My aim is to offer a warm, compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can explore whatever’s going on for you, at your own pace. I see counselling as a shared journey — a space where you can be heard, understood, and supported through life's challenges, make sense of your experiences and move towards acceptance and positive change.
My aim is to offer a warm, compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can explore whatever’s going on for you, at your own pace. I see counselling as a shared journey — a space where you can be heard, understood, and supported through life's challenges, make sense of your experiences and move towards acceptance and positive change.
My name is Zara Hickman, founder of 1-voice counselling. I work with adults who feel Anxious, stuck, or worn down by patterns of upset and confusion and don't know how to move forward. People often come to me when coping strategies aren’t enough and they want to understand what’s really going on beneath the surface, rather than just getting through each day. I work in a steady, thoughtful way, helping clients make sense of anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and repeated relational or self-critical patterns. This process is about working together to develop clarity, understanding, and meaningful change that lasts .
My name is Zara Hickman, founder of 1-voice counselling. I work with adults who feel Anxious, stuck, or worn down by patterns of upset and confusion and don't know how to move forward. People often come to me when coping strategies aren’t enough and they want to understand what’s really going on beneath the surface, rather than just getting through each day. I work in a steady, thoughtful way, helping clients make sense of anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and repeated relational or self-critical patterns. This process is about working together to develop clarity, understanding, and meaningful change that lasts .
I work as a school counsellor using a mix of therapies, I also coach couples with problems in their relatIonships using CBT techniques.
Do you have problems getting up in the mornings, eating? Do you have issues with your self worth? Does everyone else seem to have a better life than you? Have you got mental health difficulties? Addiction including sexual addiction? Problems with understanding or accepting who you are?
I work as a school counsellor using a mix of therapies, I also coach couples with problems in their relatIonships using CBT techniques.
Do you have problems getting up in the mornings, eating? Do you have issues with your self worth? Does everyone else seem to have a better life than you? Have you got mental health difficulties? Addiction including sexual addiction? Problems with understanding or accepting who you are?
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I am a Integrative trauma informed counsellor, couples counsellor and supervisor, trained in CBT and the Rewind Technique based in Shaftesbury, Dorset and online.
Do you struggle with difficulties in your life that are preventing you from living your life to the fullest? Do you feel overwhelmed, uncertain and unable to cope with your emotions and behaviours? This is a natural part of life, and from time to time we all need support to help us understand why we feel or act the way we do, so we can find clarity and develop ways to cope.
I am a Integrative trauma informed counsellor, couples counsellor and supervisor, trained in CBT and the Rewind Technique based in Shaftesbury, Dorset and online.
Do you struggle with difficulties in your life that are preventing you from living your life to the fullest? Do you feel overwhelmed, uncertain and unable to cope with your emotions and behaviours? This is a natural part of life, and from time to time we all need support to help us understand why we feel or act the way we do, so we can find clarity and develop ways to cope.
We work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief & low self-worth, & with couples struggling with communication breakdown, conflict & loss of trust.
Trauma-informed, neurodiversity affirming & shame sensitive. We offer EMDR, CBT, attachment-informed work, person-centred counselling, creative approaches, & shame-informed practice. Therapy is shaped around you, not a fixed formula. In person: Bournemouth & Ferndown, Dorset & Burbage, Leicester. Also,
online UK/Global. Contact to book a free intro call
We work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief & low self-worth, & with couples struggling with communication breakdown, conflict & loss of trust.
Trauma-informed, neurodiversity affirming & shame sensitive. We offer EMDR, CBT, attachment-informed work, person-centred counselling, creative approaches, & shame-informed practice. Therapy is shaped around you, not a fixed formula. In person: Bournemouth & Ferndown, Dorset & Burbage, Leicester. Also,
online UK/Global. Contact to book a free intro call
Life can be a rough ride. Keeping the balance and moving forward can be a challenge. It can involve stress, anxiety, depression and much more. But I believe through psychological therapies we can learn and, in some cases even master, the art of managing life successfully. To achieve this, I practise an integrative approach that draws strength from various therapies in the field. I am a qualified Psychotherapist at a Doctoral level and I feel confident to deal with complexity . My natural inclination is to help people in need. My recent training and qualifications do enhance my inclination especially to those psychologically unwell.
Life can be a rough ride. Keeping the balance and moving forward can be a challenge. It can involve stress, anxiety, depression and much more. But I believe through psychological therapies we can learn and, in some cases even master, the art of managing life successfully. To achieve this, I practise an integrative approach that draws strength from various therapies in the field. I am a qualified Psychotherapist at a Doctoral level and I feel confident to deal with complexity . My natural inclination is to help people in need. My recent training and qualifications do enhance my inclination especially to those psychologically unwell.
I work with both individuals and couples (inc. contemporary relationships).
I'm an MBACP accredited and qualified ND couples and individuals counsellor. I’m LGBTQIA+ affirmed, working (not exclusively) within the queer community, offering a safe, non judgemental space. We can explore issues such as anxiety, sexuality, neurodivergence, relationships, gender, overwhelm, communication issues, sex, infidelity, ENM and kink.
I work with both individuals and couples (inc. contemporary relationships).
I'm an MBACP accredited and qualified ND couples and individuals counsellor. I’m LGBTQIA+ affirmed, working (not exclusively) within the queer community, offering a safe, non judgemental space. We can explore issues such as anxiety, sexuality, neurodivergence, relationships, gender, overwhelm, communication issues, sex, infidelity, ENM and kink.
ReWellness Counselling - Specialising in Children & Teens
Offers 5 Star, private therapy for all ages from our welcoming centre in Broadstone, Poole, Dorset. We also offer Relationship Therapy, Parent Coaching, Family Therapy, Individual Counselling, Play Therapy as well as our work with Children & Teens
ReWellness Counselling - Specialising in Children & Teens
Offers 5 Star, private therapy for all ages from our welcoming centre in Broadstone, Poole, Dorset. We also offer Relationship Therapy, Parent Coaching, Family Therapy, Individual Counselling, Play Therapy as well as our work with Children & Teens
I also offer couples counselling focused upon relationship difficulties with each of you in a separate location if you choose.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the HCPC with over 30 years of experience. I have worked in private practice with over two thousand patients and supervised more than 100 therapists. I am separately qualified in various fields of applied Psychology including Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Counselling Psychology and Occupational Psychology. I now deliver all my counselling and therapy by the following methods: video conferencing; telephone sessions; real-time online chat; and email. I believe that matching the right therapy delivered by the right therapist to an individual is the key to therapeutic success.
I also offer couples counselling focused upon relationship difficulties with each of you in a separate location if you choose.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the HCPC with over 30 years of experience. I have worked in private practice with over two thousand patients and supervised more than 100 therapists. I am separately qualified in various fields of applied Psychology including Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Counselling Psychology and Occupational Psychology. I now deliver all my counselling and therapy by the following methods: video conferencing; telephone sessions; real-time online chat; and email. I believe that matching the right therapy delivered by the right therapist to an individual is the key to therapeutic success.
As well as the partners of those with addictions.
I offer a warm, safe and confidential space for you to be listened to. I work at your pace, helping you to explore what you really want, both from the counselling therapy and then concentrating more specifically, on areas of your life that you'd like to change or improve. If you have problems that keep going around and around in your head. If you are unhappy and can't identify why. If you are really struggling to cope with life, then Counselling can offer an amazingly good emotional release. Offering you the comfort of feeling truly listened to, empathised with and not judged.
As well as the partners of those with addictions.
I offer a warm, safe and confidential space for you to be listened to. I work at your pace, helping you to explore what you really want, both from the counselling therapy and then concentrating more specifically, on areas of your life that you'd like to change or improve. If you have problems that keep going around and around in your head. If you are unhappy and can't identify why. If you are really struggling to cope with life, then Counselling can offer an amazingly good emotional release. Offering you the comfort of feeling truly listened to, empathised with and not judged.
I am a UKCP registered Psychotherapist, certified Transactional Analyst and offering EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and clinical supervisor offering psychotherapy on a short and long term basis. I have experience working with clients who are struggling with trauma related symptoms such as PTSD, depression and anxiety. I am deeply committed to an ethical non-discriminatory practice with my clients and abide by the principles and ethics of the UKCP and BACP. My private practice is located in Lilliput, Poole within each reach of Bournemouth and surrounding areas.
I am a UKCP registered Psychotherapist, certified Transactional Analyst and offering EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and clinical supervisor offering psychotherapy on a short and long term basis. I have experience working with clients who are struggling with trauma related symptoms such as PTSD, depression and anxiety. I am deeply committed to an ethical non-discriminatory practice with my clients and abide by the principles and ethics of the UKCP and BACP. My private practice is located in Lilliput, Poole within each reach of Bournemouth and surrounding areas.
Whether you are seeking individual or couples therapy, our work together can help you gain clarity, build resilience and improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space to talk openly about what is troubling you. I support clients experiencing Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, family issues and relationship challenges, helping you build insight, resilience and healthier coping strategies.
Whether you are seeking individual or couples therapy, our work together can help you gain clarity, build resilience and improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space to talk openly about what is troubling you. I support clients experiencing Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, family issues and relationship challenges, helping you build insight, resilience and healthier coping strategies.
I offer a respectful, warm and empathetic ear, together with a safe, neutral space to help you to talk, and work through any issues you may have. I am not here to tell you what to do nor give advice; I am here to help you explore and discover your feelings I offer a free 10-15 minute consultation on the phone as a way to introduce myself and give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about me and the counselling process. Sessions will differ depending on the mode of therapy we decide to use. We may work more in the here and now or, we may look at where issues have stemmed from in the past: I will be led by you.
I offer a respectful, warm and empathetic ear, together with a safe, neutral space to help you to talk, and work through any issues you may have. I am not here to tell you what to do nor give advice; I am here to help you explore and discover your feelings I offer a free 10-15 minute consultation on the phone as a way to introduce myself and give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about me and the counselling process. Sessions will differ depending on the mode of therapy we decide to use. We may work more in the here and now or, we may look at where issues have stemmed from in the past: I will be led by you.
I can imagine deciding whether you want to have therapy or need therapy is a big question. Perhaps you have suffered a loss, a trauma or are going through a transition of some kind and you want the space and time to work through it. Perhaps this emotional distress whether it be anxiety, low mood, is impacting on your relationships, work and your home life. It could be that you’ve tried many things and for some reason those old ways of coping that have done you well in the past just aren’t working anymore and you feel like you’re struggling. I provide evidence based psychological treatment that might help.
I can imagine deciding whether you want to have therapy or need therapy is a big question. Perhaps you have suffered a loss, a trauma or are going through a transition of some kind and you want the space and time to work through it. Perhaps this emotional distress whether it be anxiety, low mood, is impacting on your relationships, work and your home life. It could be that you’ve tried many things and for some reason those old ways of coping that have done you well in the past just aren’t working anymore and you feel like you’re struggling. I provide evidence based psychological treatment that might help.
I work with individuals, couples and families.
I am active in my continued professional development and have completed further training in EDMR and IFS (Level 1 & 2) and many other approaches. The approach to therapy will be guided by assessment and a shared understanding of why you are seeking help, what type of therapy you have in mind, and what may be most effective for you.
I work with individuals, couples and families.
I am active in my continued professional development and have completed further training in EDMR and IFS (Level 1 & 2) and many other approaches. The approach to therapy will be guided by assessment and a shared understanding of why you are seeking help, what type of therapy you have in mind, and what may be most effective for you.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, offering online and face to face appointments. Counselling is usually short-term, focusing on specific issues, whereas psychotherapy involves longer-term work addressing deep-rooted issues.
I specialise in working with children and young people, and currently work in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) for NHS in Dorset and I am a counsellor for Mosaic - the Children's bereavement charity.
I was previously the Health Justice Lead for REACH Drug & Alcohol services for four years and I specialise in trauma, having worked in refuge and the Sexual Trauma and Recovery charity STARS.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, offering online and face to face appointments. Counselling is usually short-term, focusing on specific issues, whereas psychotherapy involves longer-term work addressing deep-rooted issues.
I specialise in working with children and young people, and currently work in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) for NHS in Dorset and I am a counsellor for Mosaic - the Children's bereavement charity.
I was previously the Health Justice Lead for REACH Drug & Alcohol services for four years and I specialise in trauma, having worked in refuge and the Sexual Trauma and Recovery charity STARS.
I offer individual counselling and couples therapy which I conduct either in person, remotely or on the telephone.
Hi, my name is Kruti and my aim is to provide you with a safe, non judgemental environment where you can grow and develop. Using an integrative approach I can help you explore yourself so you can find your inner peace and reach your full potential. I understand that seeking help can be a significant and sometimes challenging step, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply navigating life's transitions. I believe that every individual has the innate capacity for healing and growth and my mission is to empower you to tap into your inner strength
I offer individual counselling and couples therapy which I conduct either in person, remotely or on the telephone.
Hi, my name is Kruti and my aim is to provide you with a safe, non judgemental environment where you can grow and develop. Using an integrative approach I can help you explore yourself so you can find your inner peace and reach your full potential. I understand that seeking help can be a significant and sometimes challenging step, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply navigating life's transitions. I believe that every individual has the innate capacity for healing and growth and my mission is to empower you to tap into your inner strength
I am a UKCP registered Psychotherapist and a Certified Transactional Analyst (CTA) with over seven years’ experience of working with individuals, couples and groups.
In my therapy practice, I focus on bringing a relational sensitivity and depth to my interventions to support my client’s self-reflection, increased awareness and growth.
I pay specific attention to creativity and lightness within the interaction, helping my client to work through issues and find practical solutions to maximise their potential.
I am a UKCP registered Psychotherapist and a Certified Transactional Analyst (CTA) with over seven years’ experience of working with individuals, couples and groups.
In my therapy practice, I focus on bringing a relational sensitivity and depth to my interventions to support my client’s self-reflection, increased awareness and growth.
I pay specific attention to creativity and lightness within the interaction, helping my client to work through issues and find practical solutions to maximise their potential.
Nearby Marriage Counselling Searches for Wareham
- Blandford Forum
- Bournemouth
- Broadstone
- Christchurch
- Dorchester
- Ferndown
- Poole
- Ringwood
- Ripley
- Saint Ives
- Southwell
- Wimborne
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.