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Couple's Therapy

Every relationship faces challenges, and sometimes, finding a way forward can feel difficult. Couple's therapy offers a supportive, non-judgmental space where you and your partner can explore the issues impacting your relationship. Whether you’re navigating communication difficulties, rebuilding trust, or simply looking to deepen your connection, therapy can help you better understand each other’s needs and perspectives.

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Together, we will work collaboratively to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen the emotional bond between you. My approach focuses on creating a safe environment where both partners feel heard, respected, and empowered to build a more fulfilling relationship.

Practical
Information

Session Length: typically 50 minutes, unless arranged and agreed in advance.

 

Location: easily accessible offices in West Hampstead, Earl's Court or online. 

 

Frequency: I see couples once a week at a regular time and location. I can also see couple's twice a week when needed - normally at a challenging time when additional support is required.​

 

The optimum conditions for therapy exist when there is commitment and regularity in the arrangement from both therapist and the couple. This helps to establish a safe and contained therapeutic space. To find out about the way I work, please click here.

Common Areas of Focus in Couple's Counselling

Relationships can be complex, and sometimes it’s hard to pinpoint exactly what’s wrong. You might feel disconnected or sense that something has shifted but can’t quite explain why. Couple's therapy isn’t just for addressing obvious problems—it’s also a space to explore what’s changed and why. It’s not about assigning blame; sometimes relationships simply need a check-in or realignment.

 

Here are some common issues that couple's therapy can help with:

Communication Difficulties

  • Struggling to express needs or feelings effectively​

  • Frequent misunderstandings or feeling unheard​

  • Conversations that lead to arguments rather than resolution

Broken Trust

  • Navigating the aftermath of physical or emotional affairs

  • Coping with the impact of secrets, lies, or addiction

  • Rebuilding trust after betrayal or breaches of confidence

Unhealthy Patterns and Conflict

  • Repeating the same arguments without resolution

  • Feeling stuck in dysfunctional or harmful cycles

  • Dealing with conflict, tension, or, in some cases, abuse or violence

  • Loss of shared experiences—feeling like you’re living parallel lives

Considering Separation or Divorce

  • Exploring whether to stay together or separate

  • Finding healthy ways to end a relationship if that’s the best decision

  • Managing the emotional impact of separation or divorce

Living Separate Lives

  • Growing apart or feeling more like roommates than partners

  • Diminished quality time, shared interests, or connection

  • One partner feeling uncertain or disengaged while the other wants to reconnect

  • If one partner is considering leaving while the other wants to work on the relationship, therapy can help provide clarity about the best path forward.

Intimacy and Sexual Issues

  • Loss of emotional or physical intimacy

  • Mismatched desires or expectations around sex

  • Sexual issues affecting closeness, pleasure, or connection

Coping with Life-Changing Events

  • Adjusting to major life transitions such as:

    • Birth of a child and parenting challenges

    • Loss, grief, or illness

    • Children leaving home and redefining the relationship

    • Work-related stress or external family pressures

Mental Health in the Relationship

  • Supporting a partner living with depression, anxiety, or stress

  • Understanding how mental health issues impact the relationship dynamic

  • Learning healthy ways to cope together

Blended Family Challenges

  • Navigating the complexities of second marriages

  • Managing relationships with children from previous partnerships

  • Building trust and cohesion in blended families

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Managing Intense Emotions

  • Working through difficult emotions such as jealousy, anger, fear, or boredom

  • Addressing love–hate dynamics in the relationship

  • Developing emotional regulation strategies to reduce conflict

Couple's therapy provides a space to slow down, reflect, and understand what’s happening between you. Whether you’re looking to rebuild, reconnect, or gain clarity on the future of your relationship, therapy can support you both in finding a path forward.

What to expect

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Introductory Call

If you are interested in working together, please email or call me to organise an introductory chat. This is where you can ask me any questions about the process of therapy and how I work. I will ask you about what is bringing you to therapy at this time, and together we can explore whether we will be a good fit for one another.

 

There is no fee for the introductory chat and calls typically last 15-20 minutes. Calls can take place either by telephone or via Zoom, if you would prefer. 

Sessions

I work both within a time-limited, goal-orientated framework as well as on an open-ended basis. ​​

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The first sessions are in the form of an assessment and it is a chance for me to get an accurate history from you both, understand your difficulties and what you are hoping to achieve from therapy. It is also an opportunity for you to get a sense of the way I work and to co-create a personalised way forward. ​

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Sessions run for 50 minutes and take place weekly at the same time, unless pre-arranged. On occasion, longer or more/less frequent sessions can be scheduled if deemed appropriate and beneficial. Longer sessions are charged on a pro rata basis.

Fees and Payment

I offer a sliding scale for couple's therapy, ranging from £180 to £220, depending on your specific circumstances.

 

Invoices are sent in advance of each month.

 

I have a limited number of concessionary spaces available for NHS workers and those on a low income. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation and find an arrangement that works for you.​​​

Office Locations

West Hampstead

Earl's Court

Both offices are conveniently located and are easily accessible with multiple transport routes nearby. On-street parking is available.​

A calm and peaceful therapy room
A calm and peaceful therapy room
A calm and peaceful therapy room

​If you feel your relationship might benefit from therapy sessions, please do not hesitate to get in touch. ​​​Together, we’ll work toward building tools to navigate your difficulties and find ways to foster better communication.

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