Relationship Issues Counselling in Belfast

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Tina Harbinson - Counsellor / EMDR Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I also work with relationship difficulties and have experience working with issues related to menopause.
I have 18 years experience of working as an integrative counsellor, in both a community and hospital based environment. I offer both short term solution therapy or longer in depth counselling depending on your needs. I draw upon a range of modalities that best fit my client and use appropriate techniques that support this way of working.
I also work with relationship difficulties and have experience working with issues related to menopause.
I have 18 years experience of working as an integrative counsellor, in both a community and hospital based environment. I offer both short term solution therapy or longer in depth counselling depending on your needs. I draw upon a range of modalities that best fit my client and use appropriate techniques that support this way of working.
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Liz Scheibe
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Belfast BT4
Are you seeking help to make sense of chaos or emotional pain you presently feel in life and relationships?
It may be hard to call to set up an appointment, but know when you take that first courageous step, you will be met with care. It will be my privilege to join you in discovering the way ahead until you reach the healing you desire.
Are you seeking help to make sense of chaos or emotional pain you presently feel in life and relationships?
It may be hard to call to set up an appointment, but know when you take that first courageous step, you will be met with care. It will be my privilege to join you in discovering the way ahead until you reach the healing you desire.
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Lesley Delaney
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT5
Perhaps you are stuck or dissatisfied with your life or your relationship?
As an integrative therapist, I use Psychodynamic, Person Centred and CBT Approaches according to your individual needs. I have more than twenty years’ experience of working with people within business, public and private sector environments. Stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship concerns are my specialisms. I offer short and long term therapy.
Perhaps you are stuck or dissatisfied with your life or your relationship?
As an integrative therapist, I use Psychodynamic, Person Centred and CBT Approaches according to your individual needs. I have more than twenty years’ experience of working with people within business, public and private sector environments. Stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship concerns are my specialisms. I offer short and long term therapy.
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Steven Dunn
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I understand navigating life’s challenges—whether related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship or sexual issues—can be overwhelming.
If you're dealing with anxiety, stress, ADHD, relationship issues, career barriers, or social and sexual challenges, I'm here to help. Using my first hand experience, I specialise in supporting people with these struggles. In a safe, confidential space, we’ll work together to overcome your challenges and help you move forward with confidence
I understand navigating life’s challenges—whether related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship or sexual issues—can be overwhelming.
If you're dealing with anxiety, stress, ADHD, relationship issues, career barriers, or social and sexual challenges, I'm here to help. Using my first hand experience, I specialise in supporting people with these struggles. In a safe, confidential space, we’ll work together to overcome your challenges and help you move forward with confidence
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Sarah Ross
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT7
I have experience of working with a diverse range of areas including anxiety, stress, depression and low mood, bereavement (including suicide), caring responsibilities, confidence issues, relationship issues, unresolved trauma, bullying, abuse, obsessional compulsive behaviours and perfectionism.
My integrative approach enables me to offer both short term targeted counselling and longer term in-depth counselling depending upon my client’s requirements. I draw upon a range of modalities and a broad base of techniques supporting my flexible approach in response to clients' individual needs. I am a BACP member and adhere to it's professional standards.
I have experience of working with a diverse range of areas including anxiety, stress, depression and low mood, bereavement (including suicide), caring responsibilities, confidence issues, relationship issues, unresolved trauma, bullying, abuse, obsessional compulsive behaviours and perfectionism.
My integrative approach enables me to offer both short term targeted counselling and longer term in-depth counselling depending upon my client’s requirements. I draw upon a range of modalities and a broad base of techniques supporting my flexible approach in response to clients' individual needs. I am a BACP member and adhere to it's professional standards.
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Tim Webber
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT4
I have a diplomas in Therapeutic Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a degree in Psychology and Health Science and professional certificate in Couples Counselling.
Hello, I’m Tim. I’m an integrative counsellor combining Psychodynamic, Person-centered and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) models. This means I adapt my approach for every client, tailored to their individual needs. I’m passionate about mental wellbeing. We all have mental health and need to look after it, just as we do our physical health. Counselling is one such way of doing so, putting some time aside to concentrate on you and your needs. This kind of therapy provides a confidential, safe and non-judgmental space for you to reflect and explore your thoughts and feelings, address life challenges and improve your wellbeing.
I have a diplomas in Therapeutic Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a degree in Psychology and Health Science and professional certificate in Couples Counselling.
Hello, I’m Tim. I’m an integrative counsellor combining Psychodynamic, Person-centered and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) models. This means I adapt my approach for every client, tailored to their individual needs. I’m passionate about mental wellbeing. We all have mental health and need to look after it, just as we do our physical health. Counselling is one such way of doing so, putting some time aside to concentrate on you and your needs. This kind of therapy provides a confidential, safe and non-judgmental space for you to reflect and explore your thoughts and feelings, address life challenges and improve your wellbeing.
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Mary Lavelle
Counsellor, MBACP
Belfast BT9
Summoning the courage to talk to a professional about what is distressing us can be the most difficult, but also the most powerful step towards improving our wellbeing and our lives to a standard that we are more satisfied with and that we deserve. I aim to create a space where the client feels safe, whilst also communicating trust, compassion and understanding so that I may understand what their current experience is truly like for them. I integrate various schools and models of therapy, which I have assessed, are the best intervention for a client in each session and closely monitor their reaction to these.
Summoning the courage to talk to a professional about what is distressing us can be the most difficult, but also the most powerful step towards improving our wellbeing and our lives to a standard that we are more satisfied with and that we deserve. I aim to create a space where the client feels safe, whilst also communicating trust, compassion and understanding so that I may understand what their current experience is truly like for them. I integrate various schools and models of therapy, which I have assessed, are the best intervention for a client in each session and closely monitor their reaction to these.
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Helen Ross Mckelvey
Counsellor, MSc, SNCPS Acc.
Belfast BT16
Clients I work most successfully with have a desire to sort out relationship(s), present or past.
I offer a safe space for individuals or couples to talk through confidentially their issues. I aim to be a catalyst enabling them to see more clearly what, how and why these issues have affected their lives or relationship. I will both empathise with and, if needed, challenge their thinking to assist them to move forward. Always I will remain impartial.
Clients I work most successfully with have a desire to sort out relationship(s), present or past.
I offer a safe space for individuals or couples to talk through confidentially their issues. I aim to be a catalyst enabling them to see more clearly what, how and why these issues have affected their lives or relationship. I will both empathise with and, if needed, challenge their thinking to assist them to move forward. Always I will remain impartial.
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Lisa McKeown
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel overwhelmed, weighed down by feelings of low mood and anxiety? Come talk to me, and together we will work on strategies and tools that will allow you to address the root causes of the difficulties you are experiencing. My favorite thing about counselling is having the privilege to go along with a client on their journey and see them grow and develop as the weeks go on, witness them making the changes they need in order to improve what initially brought them to counselling.
Do you feel overwhelmed, weighed down by feelings of low mood and anxiety? Come talk to me, and together we will work on strategies and tools that will allow you to address the root causes of the difficulties you are experiencing. My favorite thing about counselling is having the privilege to go along with a client on their journey and see them grow and develop as the weeks go on, witness them making the changes they need in order to improve what initially brought them to counselling.
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Strive2Thrive
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT7
In addition to one-to-one therapy, we also offer support to couples experiencing relationship difficulties.
Strive2Thrive offer a range of tailored clinical psychology solutions to help individuals, couple and groups to optimise their wellbeing and achieve their potential. Our team is led by Dr Ross White who is a British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered Clinical Psychologist, and a Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC) accredited Psychology Practitioner.
In addition to one-to-one therapy, we also offer support to couples experiencing relationship difficulties.
Strive2Thrive offer a range of tailored clinical psychology solutions to help individuals, couple and groups to optimise their wellbeing and achieve their potential. Our team is led by Dr Ross White who is a British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered Clinical Psychologist, and a Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC) accredited Psychology Practitioner.
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Jack Rogan
Counsellor, MBACP
Belfast BT9
I’m an integrative therapist working with adults who want a supportive space to better understand themselves and their relationships.
My work is integrative and relational, meaning I draw from different therapeutic approaches and adapt our work to you. I’m interested in your lived experience and how you make sense of yourself and those around you. I aim to create a therapy space that feels safe, respectful, and collaborative, where insight and change can grow over time.
I’m an integrative therapist working with adults who want a supportive space to better understand themselves and their relationships.
My work is integrative and relational, meaning I draw from different therapeutic approaches and adapt our work to you. I’m interested in your lived experience and how you make sense of yourself and those around you. I aim to create a therapy space that feels safe, respectful, and collaborative, where insight and change can grow over time.
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Marie-Claire Desgranges-Rodgers
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
My passion lies in the healing potential of the therapeutic relationship, and I deeply value the collaborative nature of this process.
I take a holistic, person-centred approach, offering a warm, non-judgemental space where you feel seen, heard, and respected. I understand that starting therapy can be overwhelming, so I aim to create a safe and supportive environment where meaningful growth and healing can begin.
My passion lies in the healing potential of the therapeutic relationship, and I deeply value the collaborative nature of this process.
I take a holistic, person-centred approach, offering a warm, non-judgemental space where you feel seen, heard, and respected. I understand that starting therapy can be overwhelming, so I aim to create a safe and supportive environment where meaningful growth and healing can begin.
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Denise McCann Counselling NI
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT4
Sometimes trying to navigate through life alone can be confusing, and speaking to friends and family can often be too difficult.
In my private practice I help support young people and adults with issues including anxiety, depression, friendships, family problems, confusion with identity, and support after ADHD diagnosis. I specialise in helping people move through traumatic events, loss, and unhelpful patterns, towards growth and recovery.
Sometimes trying to navigate through life alone can be confusing, and speaking to friends and family can often be too difficult.
In my private practice I help support young people and adults with issues including anxiety, depression, friendships, family problems, confusion with identity, and support after ADHD diagnosis. I specialise in helping people move through traumatic events, loss, and unhelpful patterns, towards growth and recovery.
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Michael Walton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT6
Research shows positive therapeutic outcomes are based on the relationship between therapist and client.
I have experience of working with depression, relationship issues, anxiety and bereavement, as well as working with suicidal thoughts and self harm. My experience has been gained in a community setting, employee assistance programmes, private practice and working in post primary schools.
Research shows positive therapeutic outcomes are based on the relationship between therapist and client.
I have experience of working with depression, relationship issues, anxiety and bereavement, as well as working with suicidal thoughts and self harm. My experience has been gained in a community setting, employee assistance programmes, private practice and working in post primary schools.
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Laura Heatley
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT9
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, struggling with relationships, just not yourself, or anything else that you may be facing.
Being an integrative counsellor means I draw on different ways of working and adapt my approach depending on what feels most helpful for you. This includes person-centred therapy (offering empathy and space to explore), solution-focused work (looking at strengths and goals), and CBT techniques (helping to make sense of patterns in thoughts and behaviours).
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, struggling with relationships, just not yourself, or anything else that you may be facing.
Being an integrative counsellor means I draw on different ways of working and adapt my approach depending on what feels most helpful for you. This includes person-centred therapy (offering empathy and space to explore), solution-focused work (looking at strengths and goals), and CBT techniques (helping to make sense of patterns in thoughts and behaviours).
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Kathryn Purcell
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Belfast BT4
If you want to engage with a warm, relational therapist then I believe you might find that with me.
Hi! I am Kathryn, I've been working as a therapist since 2008. I am trained in Person Centred Counselling, Psychodynamic therapy and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. I have undertaken further professional development in working with childhood trauma and sexual abuse, and working therapeutically with birth trauma so have many tools available for us to use.
If you want to engage with a warm, relational therapist then I believe you might find that with me.
Hi! I am Kathryn, I've been working as a therapist since 2008. I am trained in Person Centred Counselling, Psychodynamic therapy and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. I have undertaken further professional development in working with childhood trauma and sexual abuse, and working therapeutically with birth trauma so have many tools available for us to use.
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MMC Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Belfast BT5
I offer an open, friendly, supportive and confidential service and have specialist training in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family issues and coping strategies.
Within the collaborative relationship of therapy, I offer respect, non-judgement & a focus on your potential allowing you the choice to move forward in the direction you feel most comfortable. My tailored therapy places emphasis on your immediate needs, but can incorporate exploration & identification of strengths, ways of coping and issues causing effect.
I offer an open, friendly, supportive and confidential service and have specialist training in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family issues and coping strategies.
Within the collaborative relationship of therapy, I offer respect, non-judgement & a focus on your potential allowing you the choice to move forward in the direction you feel most comfortable. My tailored therapy places emphasis on your immediate needs, but can incorporate exploration & identification of strengths, ways of coping and issues causing effect.
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RS Counselling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Belfast BT5
Not currently accepting new clients.
Not currently accepting new clients.
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Flora Todaro Luck
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Belfast BT9
-Build a more positive, constructive relationship that is the basis for a happy relationship.
I offer a professional support for psychological discomfort due to identity crisis and to any unsettling life events .
-Build a more positive, constructive relationship that is the basis for a happy relationship.
I offer a professional support for psychological discomfort due to identity crisis and to any unsettling life events .
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Emma Stewart
Counsellor, MBACP
Belfast BT7
Whether you're navigating grief, relationships, sexuality, parenthood, neurodivergence, or questions around identity, belief, and belonging, I'm here to listen.
I offer sessions in-person, online, by phone, and outdoors through walk-and-talk therapy. I bring a culturally sensitive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and story-aware approach to our work together. I’m trained integratively, meaning I draw from a range of types of counselling so our sessions can respond to you, your pace, and your needs.
Whether you're navigating grief, relationships, sexuality, parenthood, neurodivergence, or questions around identity, belief, and belonging, I'm here to listen.
I offer sessions in-person, online, by phone, and outdoors through walk-and-talk therapy. I bring a culturally sensitive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and story-aware approach to our work together. I’m trained integratively, meaning I draw from a range of types of counselling so our sessions can respond to you, your pace, and your needs.
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.

What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.

What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.

How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.