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Whatever relationship difficulty you are facing, we have highly experienced and qualified relationship therapists in London & Online who can help you.

Relationship Counselling in London

Signs that it could be Time for Relationship Counselling or Couples Therapy

Strong and satisfying relationships can help bring happiness and contentment. Most relationships are not perfect and have their ups and downs.

However, some people can experience relationship difficulties where things often seem to get stuck. Like : 

– Communication is breaking down

If you notice a difficulty in expressing how you feel to your partner, or perhaps when you feel like expressing your thoughts and emotions you think ‘it’s gonna end up badly, we’ll have a fight, this will be useless’, it is a strong sign that you have started to believe that you cannot work together as a team anymore. This is potentially a dangerous territory to enter for a couple, as it promotes further distancing. 

– You don’t do things for each other anymore

A strong sign of distancing is when you notice you have stopped making your partner a nice coffee or tea as you used to do in the past, or don’t ask for what they would like to have for dinner, or didn’t worry about what movie they would like to watch. Suspending ’selfless’ thinking towards your partner – which is often received from the partner as “being taken for granted” – may be a sign that they are no longer being prioritised and their existence in your life is not being cherished as it used to be. Naturally this could go the other way around, and you might feel a sense of being ’taken for granted’. If that’s the case, and communication is not working well, it’s easy to respond to that by stopping to be nice to your partner as a form of overcompensation: unfortunately this is likely to further increases distancing.

– Sex life & Intimacy are greatly reduced

A good sexual routine, is an important sign that your relationship is healthy. Lack of sexual activity with your partner may represent a loss of interest towards each other. Although it is normal, especially after many years together, to feel at times not as excited as one used to be, maintaining a healthy intimacy is incredibly important. Often a decrease in this area mirrors a loss of interest in one another, and loss of fluidity in communication.

– You stopped doing things together 

Doing things as a unit or a team is vital to maintaining a healthy relationship. The trick is that relationships have their own life and are not simply a fusion of the individual lives of two people. So allowing the relationship to grow through common experiences is vital.

These don’t need to be extreme or always new, even maintaining a simple routine like having breakfast together, watching a movie together, having a healthy and stimulating conversation together, or even staying in silence and feeling a sense of security and intimacy in the ’non doing’ are important contributor to a healthy relationship.

– You stopped involving your partner in your life 

A sign that the relationship may not be working as it used to is when you don’t feel you are being involved anymore in your partner’s life and experiences. If they used to talk to you about what is happening at work or with friends and their family but they no longer do this, or conversely, if you feel you have lost an interest in discussing your own life’s happenings to your partner, this may be an important sign that at some level you are pushing them away (or are being pushed away).

If you feel that any of the above signs apply to you, it’s possible that you are still on time to work through your issues with a relationship or couples therapist. Relationship counselling may be the tool you need to bring life and enthusiasm back into your relationship.

When Should I get Relationship Counselling?

Usually people make the decision to seek relationship counselling when they are facing significant problems in their relationship where communication has broken down. Perhaps there are been problems simmering for quite some time and by being left unaddressed they have built and culminated in a crisis leading to an impasse. At this stage lots of difficult emotions are experienced, such as anger, sadness and loneliness. People often feel that they cannot resolve the relationship problems on their own and require support from a relationship counsellor to break through this. 

It is not just beneficial to seek help from a relationship therapist when there are severe problems in relationships. Having strong connections with others is paramount to our emotional wellbeing and contentment. Therefore, seeking relationship counselling can be beneficial even if the problems you are facing are milder in nature. 

Relationship & Couples Counselling in London and Online

What does Relationship Counselling Involve?

You may wish to seek help together as a couple, or individually, or you might prefer to receive both couples therapy and individual therapy with us. If you are in a relationship, even if your partner is not willing to attend, it can still be helpful to attend on an individual basis to work through your relationship difficulties. You can also seek relationship therapy whether or not you are in a relationship.

During therapy your therapist will guide discussions for you to gain a deeper understanding of the reasons for your relationship difficulties. In couples therapy it can be helpful to explore the difficult emotions that are experienced for you both, as well as explore patterns in the way you relate to each other. What you each want from the relationship will be ascertained. Underlying issues that may be having an influence can be explored and addressed. Your therapist can facilitate more effective communication and can introduce you to strategies to help you work through your difficulties and enable you to develop a healthier and happier relationship whether you choose to stay together, or part amicably.

Our therapists

All of our therapists are qualified psychologists, psychotherapists or counsellors.

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They are registered with several professional bodies, including the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the British Psychological Society (BPS), as well as, BACP, UKCP and BABCP. They use CBT (Cognitive behavioral therapy), psychodynamic, humanistic and integrative approaches, tailored around your needs to help you deal with your challenges and reach your goals.

Testimonials

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The Therapist l had was absolutely brilliant with me. He had patience with me and bit by bit l gained a little of confidence to try and get out and go on the buses.

He deserves an award and if l could l would in the beginning l thought how is this person going to get me back on public transport but he did he gave me the confidence l lost and now have back.

I will never forget him and what he has done for me. I wish him nothing but the best in his life.

(Patricia)

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My therapist  was excellent. I highly recommend her and I am truly thankful for my sessions, I left feeling confident and positive.

The mental tools, systems and approaches I have been able to develop with her and use in my life have been hugely beneficial.

Thank you to all at Therapy Central.

(John)

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The Therapist  really gave me the space to talk and express my my feelings and fears in a very comforting environment.

She was there not only to listen, but challenge my thinking, guide me during the uncertainty I was experiencing and give me useful and practical tips to improve my mental health and wellbeing. Highly recommended!

(George)

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Working with the therapist has been a life changing experience. Each session has been invaluable, helping me gain a good understanding of CBT methodology enabling me to incorporate ways to combat stress and anxiety in my daily life.

The Therapist shows that she really cares and has the ability to make you feel calm whilst discussing any personal issue. 

(Richard)

Fees & Insurances

Therapy/counselling sessions last 50 minutes and are held at regular weekly time slots. On occasions we are able to allow some flexibility. This can be discussed with your therapist.

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£115
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All of our therapists are registered with several insurance providers, such as AXA PPP, Simplyhealth, Aviva, Cigna (UK/US), Vitality and WPA. If you wish to use your personal or employee private healthcare insurance to cover your sessions, please highlight this in your contact form below.

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    What happens after I make an enquiry?

    After receiving your enquiry we’ll contact you to organise a FREE phone consultation. You will be able to tell us more about your specific circumstances and needs and ask any questions you have. Then, if you want to proceed with therapy or counselling, we’ll match you with the therapist(s) with the best expertise to help you with your challenges and send you a list of their available appointment slots. If you’re satisfied with one of these, we can then go ahead and book your first appointment. You can also request to work with a specific practitioner and, depending on availability we’ll try accomodate this.

    What happens at my first appointment with the therapist?

    Your first session will likely be different than future appointments. You and your therapist will get to know each other and will begin to build a working alliance. It will be a chance to have the confidential space to express your circumstances, feelings and thoughts and being listened to with depth, attention, empathy and without judgement . Your therapist will likely ask you more about your reasons for seeking therapy, and any symptoms you’re experiencing. You may also be asked questions about your past and the history of your issues, as well as how they currently impact your life in the present. Finally, your first session may be a powerful place to discuss what you would like to achieve with therapy and agree on the length, methods and approaches of treatment.

    Is online therapy effective?

    If you choose online over in-person therapy rest assured that this has been proven to be just as effective as regular face to face therapy, and in some cases even more effective. In addition, choosing online therapy brings additional benefits, for example avoiding longer waiting times, greater flexibility with appointments and you won’t need to travel to our practice. You can enjoy online therapy from the comfort of your home.

    How long the Therapy/counselling sessions last?

    Therapy/counselling sessions last 50 minutes and are held at regular weekly time slots. On occasions we are able to allow some flexibility. This can be discussed with your therapist.

    Do you offer reduced rates/concessions?

    We offer low-cost rates to people with a low income, unemployed or students. Please let us know in your enquiry if you would like a concession rate and how you qualify for this. Depending on the availability of our therapists, we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

    Do you have a cancellation policy?

    We have a 48 hours no-fee cancellation policy. However you will be charged for sessions missed without giving the full notice.

    Our Practice in Central London

    Therapy can take place online, from the comfort of your home, or, once it is safe to do so again, in person at our practice in London. Our comfortable and confidential therapy rooms are conveniently located 3 min walk from Oxford Circus station, in Central London (see map below). Change starts with Talking!

     

    References:

    [1] Schofield, M. J., Mumford, N., Jurkovic, D., Jurkovic, I., & Bickerdike, A. (2012). Short and long-term effectiveness of couple counselling: a study protocol. BMC public health12(1), 735.

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