Gottman Method Counselling in Bracknell

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Ali Sanchez
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bracknell RG12
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma, disorders? Finding it hard to cope? lonely, confused, lost and uncertain what to do without someone who can listen and understand you? There can be times in your life when you need someone to talk to, listen to you or just be quiet with. Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life. Counselling can help you understand your thinking, your feelings the ways in which you act, helping you to make better life choices.
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma, disorders? Finding it hard to cope? lonely, confused, lost and uncertain what to do without someone who can listen and understand you? There can be times in your life when you need someone to talk to, listen to you or just be quiet with. Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life. Counselling can help you understand your thinking, your feelings the ways in which you act, helping you to make better life choices.
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Miles Chinnachart Poola-Or
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Windsor SL4  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I believe our personal experiences have a profound impact on how we perceive and interact with the world around us. We receive messages on how we should live our lives, and we learn to accommodate those messages in hopes to "fit in" with society. As an Asian gay man and being sent to boarding school, I understand the challenges of living authentically while also trying to honour the norms, values, and expectations of the community you come from.
As a therapist, I believe our personal experiences have a profound impact on how we perceive and interact with the world around us. We receive messages on how we should live our lives, and we learn to accommodate those messages in hopes to "fit in" with society. As an Asian gay man and being sent to boarding school, I understand the challenges of living authentically while also trying to honour the norms, values, and expectations of the community you come from.
020 3823 6238 View 020 3823 6238
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Jo Bealey
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Windsor SL4  (Online Only)
Are you having more bad days than good? Feeling fed-up, depressed, anxious or grieving and having trouble ‘to shake’ those difficult feelings? Perhaps you are feeling stuck or having trouble with your relationships? We can feel we ‘should’ be able to cope which can be make our differcult feelings more tough and feel very isolating for you too. I know how daunting it can be to share your thoughts and feelings with someone. Before becoming a therapist, I felt the same. Together can create a create a sanctuary, a place where you can ‘come as you are’ and share what is you are experiencing. A time and space, just for you
Are you having more bad days than good? Feeling fed-up, depressed, anxious or grieving and having trouble ‘to shake’ those difficult feelings? Perhaps you are feeling stuck or having trouble with your relationships? We can feel we ‘should’ be able to cope which can be make our differcult feelings more tough and feel very isolating for you too. I know how daunting it can be to share your thoughts and feelings with someone. Before becoming a therapist, I felt the same. Together can create a create a sanctuary, a place where you can ‘come as you are’ and share what is you are experiencing. A time and space, just for you
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Angela Sterling-Noel
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Slough SL1
Hello when you are stressed, depressed or anxious looking for the right Counsellor or Life Coach can be a very challenging task. I believe that it takes a strength of character to admit to yourself that you need the help of another person. I offer you a warm and confidential space where you can share with me the things that are a major concern to you at this time. I offer an initial half-hour complimentary session to establish a collaborative decision on the way forward.
Hello when you are stressed, depressed or anxious looking for the right Counsellor or Life Coach can be a very challenging task. I believe that it takes a strength of character to admit to yourself that you need the help of another person. I offer you a warm and confidential space where you can share with me the things that are a major concern to you at this time. I offer an initial half-hour complimentary session to establish a collaborative decision on the way forward.
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Pinar McGivern
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maidenhead SL6
I practice mindfulness based Core Process Psychotherapy, empowering clients to use their own inner wisdom to live more fulfilling lives, transforming the way they see their issues. I mainly work with relationship issues, separation, depression, anxiety and panic attack, grief, self harm and addictions.
I practice mindfulness based Core Process Psychotherapy, empowering clients to use their own inner wisdom to live more fulfilling lives, transforming the way they see their issues. I mainly work with relationship issues, separation, depression, anxiety and panic attack, grief, self harm and addictions.
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Debbie Humphries
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Fleet GU51
I can help you with issues that are difficult to talk about, including anxiety, depression, low self esteem, bereavement, trauma, sexual abuse, autism and ADHD. Some issues are more difficult to define. They can be more like: ‘Life feels really difficult’, ‘I wish I felt happier’, ‘I’ve been feeling really low’ or ‘I feel like I’m going mad’. I am genuinely interested to understand more about you and your unique experience. No problem is too trivial or too shocking. I will listen to what you want to achieve through counselling and support you to live your best life, whatever that may mean for you.
I can help you with issues that are difficult to talk about, including anxiety, depression, low self esteem, bereavement, trauma, sexual abuse, autism and ADHD. Some issues are more difficult to define. They can be more like: ‘Life feels really difficult’, ‘I wish I felt happier’, ‘I’ve been feeling really low’ or ‘I feel like I’m going mad’. I am genuinely interested to understand more about you and your unique experience. No problem is too trivial or too shocking. I will listen to what you want to achieve through counselling and support you to live your best life, whatever that may mean for you.
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Tara Gallagher. Individual And Couples Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW7
Using therapies like Psychodynamic, CBT, EMDR, and Gottman Method, sessions are tailored to each client to foster positive change.
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions. Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like freedom versus security, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns, conflicts over finances and recurring arguments. In therapy, we start by understanding your story's narrative. We unravel underlying beliefs like "I'm not good enough," "It's my fault," and "I'm unsafe." Together, we collaborate to establish secure attachment and facilitate repair.
Using therapies like Psychodynamic, CBT, EMDR, and Gottman Method, sessions are tailored to each client to foster positive change.
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions. Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like freedom versus security, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns, conflicts over finances and recurring arguments. In therapy, we start by understanding your story's narrative. We unravel underlying beliefs like "I'm not good enough," "It's my fault," and "I'm unsafe." Together, we collaborate to establish secure attachment and facilitate repair.
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Naomi Light
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
Using the evidence-based Gottman Method approach for couples therapy I have proven strategies for improving communication, working through affairs and resolving repeating conflict.
Should I talk to someone about this? If you have found yourself on this page, it is likely that you have had this thought. Perhaps you have experienced a distressing event or betrayal or have lost the passion in your relationship. Perhaps you are looking for help as a couple or as an individual. Whatever the reason you are seeking help, reaching out is always a brave step. It is helpful to know what to expect.
Using the evidence-based Gottman Method approach for couples therapy I have proven strategies for improving communication, working through affairs and resolving repeating conflict.
Should I talk to someone about this? If you have found yourself on this page, it is likely that you have had this thought. Perhaps you have experienced a distressing event or betrayal or have lost the passion in your relationship. Perhaps you are looking for help as a couple or as an individual. Whatever the reason you are seeking help, reaching out is always a brave step. It is helpful to know what to expect.
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Maria Thompson
Counsellor
Verified Verified
London WC2H  (Online Only)
With certifications in Level 5 Counselling, Complex trauma levels 1 & 2 plus informed training in Mastering Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts-work and completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy levels 1 & 2.
Are you caught in a cycle of broken relationships, battling Self sabotage, shame, and low self-esteem? Does anger, addiction, or a yearning for change linger in your thoughts, yet you're uncertain where to begin? Perhaps your upbringing was marked by hostility, abuse or you felt unseen & unheard by emotionally distant parents. Whether your struggles stem from short-term or prolonged trauma, navigating its impact on your daily life leaves you feeling adrift, unsure how to separate the past from the present.
With certifications in Level 5 Counselling, Complex trauma levels 1 & 2 plus informed training in Mastering Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts-work and completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy levels 1 & 2.
Are you caught in a cycle of broken relationships, battling Self sabotage, shame, and low self-esteem? Does anger, addiction, or a yearning for change linger in your thoughts, yet you're uncertain where to begin? Perhaps your upbringing was marked by hostility, abuse or you felt unseen & unheard by emotionally distant parents. Whether your struggles stem from short-term or prolonged trauma, navigating its impact on your daily life leaves you feeling adrift, unsure how to separate the past from the present.
020 3949 9265 View 020 3949 9265
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Steve Peck
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
London EC1V
I have extensive lifelong experience of supporting those suffering with poor mental health, including the most severe conditions. I have worked successfully with people of all ages, including adolescents, homemakers, C-Suite executives and those receiving end-of-life care. I also work with couples using The Gottman Method.
I have extensive lifelong experience of supporting those suffering with poor mental health, including the most severe conditions. I have worked successfully with people of all ages, including adolescents, homemakers, C-Suite executives and those receiving end-of-life care. I also work with couples using The Gottman Method.
020 3984 9995 View 020 3984 9995
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Tom Buckland
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hythe SO45
uk) and base much of the work on the Gottman Method.
Relationship Counsellor and Anxiety Therapist, BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, based in Hythe near Southampton, Hampshire. I'm Tom Buckland and I've been helping people through difficult times since 2003 and specialise in providing Couple Counselling (once know as marriage guidance counselling or relationship counselling) as well as working with Anxiety and Trauma. I work in a humanistic approach so we can work out together the best approach in the therapy to help you.
uk) and base much of the work on the Gottman Method.
Relationship Counsellor and Anxiety Therapist, BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, based in Hythe near Southampton, Hampshire. I'm Tom Buckland and I've been helping people through difficult times since 2003 and specialise in providing Couple Counselling (once know as marriage guidance counselling or relationship counselling) as well as working with Anxiety and Trauma. I work in a humanistic approach so we can work out together the best approach in the therapy to help you.
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Sasha McBean
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London SW4  (Online Only)
I am accredited by the BACP & RNIB and also, help couples using 'The Gottman Method'.
1 in 6 have experienced sexual abuse in their childhood, it's a topic that many people feel uncomfortable talking about yet the aftermath of the abuse can have long-lasting effects. It impacts your income, personal relationships & health. You may be experiencing feelings of isolation, self-doubt, or even suffer physically e.g.fibromyalgia. This can happen several years after being abused or remembering it. What if I told you there is a way to come to terms with your past and thrive in the present? Healing Hands Counselling is a psychotherapeutic service which, specialises in this area.
I am accredited by the BACP & RNIB and also, help couples using 'The Gottman Method'.
1 in 6 have experienced sexual abuse in their childhood, it's a topic that many people feel uncomfortable talking about yet the aftermath of the abuse can have long-lasting effects. It impacts your income, personal relationships & health. You may be experiencing feelings of isolation, self-doubt, or even suffer physically e.g.fibromyalgia. This can happen several years after being abused or remembering it. What if I told you there is a way to come to terms with your past and thrive in the present? Healing Hands Counselling is a psychotherapeutic service which, specialises in this area.
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Orah Bradshaw
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Southampton SO31
I work with an integrative approach which is influenced by the Gottman Method of couple’s therapy.
Do you believe you are doing the best you can but unfortunately often end up experiencing repetitive cycles of hurt and misunderstanding? When couples enter my counselling room, they are often filled with pain and despair. They look to me, to address their conflicts, help them recover from distress and repair their relationships.
I work with an integrative approach which is influenced by the Gottman Method of couple’s therapy.
Do you believe you are doing the best you can but unfortunately often end up experiencing repetitive cycles of hurt and misunderstanding? When couples enter my counselling room, they are often filled with pain and despair. They look to me, to address their conflicts, help them recover from distress and repair their relationships.
023 8235 3732 View 023 8235 3732
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Bjorn Ventris
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London N16
Hello, my name is Bjorn Ventris and I am a relationship and sex therapist based in London. My pronouns are he/him. I work with couples and individuals from all backgrounds and orientations to help them improve their relationships and sex lives. Some issues I help clients with include: mismatched or low desire, improving communication, dealing with conflict, long term commitment, infidelity and rebuilding trust, improving intimacy, working to end relationships on good terms, consensual non-monogamy, step families, erectile dysfunction, rapid or retarded ejaculation, pain during sex, vaginismus & anorgasmia.
Hello, my name is Bjorn Ventris and I am a relationship and sex therapist based in London. My pronouns are he/him. I work with couples and individuals from all backgrounds and orientations to help them improve their relationships and sex lives. Some issues I help clients with include: mismatched or low desire, improving communication, dealing with conflict, long term commitment, infidelity and rebuilding trust, improving intimacy, working to end relationships on good terms, consensual non-monogamy, step families, erectile dysfunction, rapid or retarded ejaculation, pain during sex, vaginismus & anorgasmia.
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Your Psychotherapist
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
London E14  (Online Only)
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
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Jenny Blain Counselling & Clinical Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Canterbury CT1
Hi there and welcome to Jenny Blain Counselling. I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor & clinical supervisor based in Canterbury. The core of my counselling practise is humanistic but I work in an integrative way, drawing from many different counselling theories to meet my clients' needs. I have experience working in educational settings such as colleges and special educational needs schools as well as in private practise. My clients are teenagers, young adults, adults and couples.
Hi there and welcome to Jenny Blain Counselling. I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor & clinical supervisor based in Canterbury. The core of my counselling practise is humanistic but I work in an integrative way, drawing from many different counselling theories to meet my clients' needs. I have experience working in educational settings such as colleges and special educational needs schools as well as in private practise. My clients are teenagers, young adults, adults and couples.
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Emma Powell
Counsellor, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Kidderminster DY14
The people I work with could be struggling with issues within their relationships with others such as sexual addiction, sexual betrayal trauma and psychosexual problems. Other people may want to develop their relationship with themselves such as improving their self esteem, personal compassion or self respect and dignity. My approach enables people to explore, understand and change their relational and personal issues. I can also offer more ‘general’ Couple’s Counselling and Psychosexual Therapy. I work with both individuals and couples.
The people I work with could be struggling with issues within their relationships with others such as sexual addiction, sexual betrayal trauma and psychosexual problems. Other people may want to develop their relationship with themselves such as improving their self esteem, personal compassion or self respect and dignity. My approach enables people to explore, understand and change their relational and personal issues. I can also offer more ‘general’ Couple’s Counselling and Psychosexual Therapy. I work with both individuals and couples.
01746 331720 View 01746 331720
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Dr Shanaz Ali Sawyer
Counsellor, PhD, BACP
Verified Verified
South Croydon CR2  (Online Only)
My goal is to assist you in an environment that is caring and collaborative. I utilize approaches and interventions based on your needs, that are tailored to the individual and takes into account your personal, family and environmental influences. I have lived experience in the Caribbean and USA, working with a very diverse clientele, across race & ethnicity, culture, country, faith, gender and profession. With more than twenty years of experience my clientele includes American expats, university students and faculty, medical professionals, legal professionals and athletes, to name a few. Preferred contact is by email.
My goal is to assist you in an environment that is caring and collaborative. I utilize approaches and interventions based on your needs, that are tailored to the individual and takes into account your personal, family and environmental influences. I have lived experience in the Caribbean and USA, working with a very diverse clientele, across race & ethnicity, culture, country, faith, gender and profession. With more than twenty years of experience my clientele includes American expats, university students and faculty, medical professionals, legal professionals and athletes, to name a few. Preferred contact is by email.
020 3840 3675 View 020 3840 3675
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Thea Bailey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amersham HP7
My style of counselling is person-centred and I am a registered member of the BACP. As well as working in my own private practice, I volunteer at my local hospice providing bereavement support and provide counselling to support offenders within the prison service. I am also a counselling tutor at my local college. I offer support with issues including anxiety and low mood as well as providing specialised and specific support for major life experiences such as infertility, relationship breakdown, bereavement, redundancy, changes in life direction, couples counselling, family therapy, becoming a new parent, becoming a step-parent.
My style of counselling is person-centred and I am a registered member of the BACP. As well as working in my own private practice, I volunteer at my local hospice providing bereavement support and provide counselling to support offenders within the prison service. I am also a counselling tutor at my local college. I offer support with issues including anxiety and low mood as well as providing specialised and specific support for major life experiences such as infertility, relationship breakdown, bereavement, redundancy, changes in life direction, couples counselling, family therapy, becoming a new parent, becoming a step-parent.
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Relational Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Tadworth KT20
If you seek a warm, welcoming space free of judgement, look no further. Finding the right therapist can be a difficult step. Easing into therapy is important, which is why we offer a Free 15-minute video Q&A; We refer to this as a chemistry meeting. During this meeting, you can meet your therapist and ask questions to gain a sense of who they are before you commit to therapy. Therapy will always be tailored to your needs and taken at a pace that feels right for you. We've got you! Please visit - www.relationalcounselling.co.uk.
If you seek a warm, welcoming space free of judgement, look no further. Finding the right therapist can be a difficult step. Easing into therapy is important, which is why we offer a Free 15-minute video Q&A; We refer to this as a chemistry meeting. During this meeting, you can meet your therapist and ask questions to gain a sense of who they are before you commit to therapy. Therapy will always be tailored to your needs and taken at a pace that feels right for you. We've got you! Please visit - www.relationalcounselling.co.uk.
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How does the Gottman method work?

One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.

Is the Gottman method evidence-based?

Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analysed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.

How long does the Gottman method take?

The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.

Is the Gottman method effective?

Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomised controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.