We have limited space for Couples Counselling. Discover how our therapists can help you and your partner navigate through relationship challenges.

What Is Couples Counselling?

 

Relationship therapy (or couples counselling) helps partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their bond. A licensed therapist uses various techniques to address issues like intimacy, jealousy, or trust.

 

Does Couples Therapy Work?

 

Yes! Studies show that couples therapy has a 74% success rate, helping partners reconnect and navigate challenges effectively.

The statistic indicating a 74% success rate in couples therapy is supported by multiple studies. Research from the Catholic University of Applied Sciences Freiburg found that 70-74% of couples reported being completely free of therapy-related problems in follow-up surveys, with these positive outcomes remaining stable over several years. Additionally, the Irish Council for Psychotherapy conducted an extensive review, revealing that couples therapy has a 74% higher success rate compared to untreated couples. These findings underscore the effectiveness of couples therapy in resolving relationship issues and enhancing satisfaction.

 

 

What to Expect in Therapy?

 

Initial Sessions: Explore relationship history, values, and personal backgrounds.

 

Identifying Issues: Understanding unhealthy dynamics and communication patterns.

 

Conflict Resolution: Learning tools to manage disagreements productively.

 

Rebuilding Intimacy & Trust: Strengthening emotional and physical connection.

 

Ongoing Support: Practicing new communication skills and relationship strategies.

 

 

When to Seek Couples Therapy?

 

Consider therapy if you’re experiencing:

 

Frequent arguments or communication breakdowns

 

Intimacy issues or infidelity

 

Life transitions (engagement, marriage, parenthood, caregiving)

 

Pre-breakup or pre-divorce concerns

 

 

When Is Couples Therapy Not Recommended?

 

Therapy isn’t suitable in cases of:

 

Domestic violence or abuse

 

Substance addiction

 

Untreated mental health conditions (may require individual therapy first)

 

 

Benefits of Couples Therapy

 

Improved communication and understanding

 

Increased trust and emotional closeness

 

A safe space to heal and reconnect

 

Effective problem-solving techniques

 

 

Popular Therapy Approaches

 

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – Strengthens emotional bonds.

 

Gottman Method – Focuses on conflict resolution.

 

Imago Therapy – Helps partners understand past influences.

 

Narrative Therapy – Reframes relationship challenges.

 

 

How to Make Therapy Work

 

Be honest and open.

 

Follow therapist’s guidance.

 

Commit to practicing new skills.

 

Set relationship goals together.

 


Our current Couples Counsellor 

Sean Wright 

Supporting Couples with:

Sex and Relationship Therapy  

Intimate Partner Therapy

Intimacy Difficulties

Infidelity

Communication, Emotional Disconnection

Heterosexual, same sex and non- traditional Relationships

How Sean works with couples:

1. Initial Consultation
Once you reach out or are referred, we'll schedule an initial consultation. This is a chance for us to connect, discuss your goals, and see if we're a good fit to work together.
2. Agreement and Intake
After the consultation, I’ll send you a service agreement and a detailed intake form. Depending on your specific concerns, this may be a more tailored questionnaire. This process helps me gather as much background as possible before we begin, so we can make the most of our sessions together.
3. First and Ongoing Sessions
Our first session will be 90 minutes, giving us space to dive in thoughtfully. All sessions after that are 60 minutes. There’s no extra charge for the longer first session—it’s simply how I prefer to start the process with care and depth.

Please book an appointment by clicking on the link below, and we will get back to you about couples counselling if you have any questions,  or a couples therapist will get back to you themselves, once we receive your details.