Couples Counselling
When the same arguments keep happening
Do you find yourselves having the same disagreements, struggling to communicate or feeling increasingly distant from one another?
Perhaps small conversations turn into arguments, one of you feels unheard, or you’ve started avoiding certain subjects because you know how they’ll end.
Over time, these patterns can leave both partners feeling frustrated, hurt or disconnected, even when you still care deeply about each other.
Couples counselling offers a space to slow things down, understand what’s happening between you and explore whether you can find a different way forward.
Who couples counselling is for
Couples counselling isn’t only for relationships in crisis. Some couples come because they’re struggling to understand each other, while others want to rebuild trust, reconnect or work through a difficult period.
I support couples experiencing:
Repeated arguments and communication difficulties
Feeling unheard, criticised or misunderstood
Emotional distance or a loss of connection
Difficulties with trust or rebuilding after betrayal
Changes in intimacy or affection
Challenges around parenting, family life or major transitions
Uncertainty about the future of their relationship
You don’t need to have all the answers before starting. Counselling can provide an opportunity to explore what each of you is experiencing and what you want from the relationship.
What to expect
Couples sessions last 60 minutes and offer a space where both partners have an opportunity to be heard.
My role isn’t to decide who’s right or wrong, take sides or tell you whether you should stay together. Instead, we’ll work to understand the patterns that develop between you, particularly during difficult conversations.
Sometimes that means slowing down an argument to explore what each person is feeling, what they need and how their reactions may be affecting one another.
We may also look at ways to communicate more openly, recognise unhelpful patterns and begin repairing difficulties rather than repeating them.
The aim isn’t for you to agree on everything. It’s to help you understand each other more clearly and decide how you want to move forward.
What if my partner is unsure about coming
It’s common for one partner to feel more comfortable with the idea of counselling than the other.
Your partner might be worried about being blamed, having to discuss difficult experiences or being pressured to change.
Couples counselling isn’t about deciding who’s at fault. It’s about creating an opportunity for both people to understand what’s happening in the relationship.
If one of you is unsure, we can discuss how the process works during an initial consultation, without any obligation to continue.
Individual Counselling
Whether you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, struggling with self-esteem or finding yourself stuck in familiar patterns, counselling offers a space to explore what's happening. Together, we can work towards a better understanding of your experiences and what you need moving forward.
Couples Counselling
Do you find yourselves having the same arguments, struggling to communicate or feeling increasingly disconnected? Couples counselling offers a space to understand the patterns behind these difficulties, hear each other differently and explore ways to move forward together.
Getting Started
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, particularly if you're unsure what to expect. I offer a free 20-minute consultation where you can ask questions, share a little about what brings you here and see whether working together feels right.
READY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEPS
Whether you’re curious about sessions, fees, or how counselling works — for yourself or as a couple — I’m happy to answer any questions. Your first 20-minute consultation is free.