Couples and Relationship counselling
Counselling for Couples
Even the strongest relationships face difficult moments. Conflict, disconnection, and communication breakdowns can leave you feeling more like housemates than partners- or worse, like strangers. Whether you're facing the fallout of a betrayal, struggling with trust, feeling stuck in the same old arguments, or simply want to strengthen your connection, couples counselling can help.
How I work
My approach to couples therapy is grounded in evidence-based models that are proven to create lasting change.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)- to help you both understand the deeper emotional needs and attachment patterns that drive your behaviours and reactions.
Attachment Theory - to explore how past experiences shape the way you connect, respond to conflict, and seek closeness or distance.
Imago Relationship Therapy- to bring awareness to unconscious patterns and help you move from blame and reactivity to empathy and healing.
The Gottman Method- using scientifically researched tools to improve communication, manage conflict and rebuild trust and intimacy.
By integrating these approaches, I tailor therapy to meet your unique dynamic and needs as a couple. You'll learn to identify triggers, listen without defensiveness, and communicate in ways that foster connection rather than distance.
What you can expect
A safe, non-judgemental space where both partners feel heard.
Tools to improve communication and reduce conflict.
Understanding the emotional patterns and cycles you get stuck in.
Strategies to repair trust, rebuild intimacy, and strengthen connection.
Support to navigate painful events like betrayal, affairs, or loss.
I believe that most couples don't need to be "fixed", they need to feel safe, seen and understood.
With the right support, it's possible to move from disconnection to connection.
Is Couples Counselling Right for You?
You don't have to be in crisis to benefit. I work with couples at all stages. Whether you're in long term distress or simply want to deepen your connection. Many clients say they wish they had come to therapy sooner.
A Commitment to Quality Care
As an experienced therapist, I am committed to ongoing professional development and staying up to date with the latest research in relationship science and counselling practice. I work with compassion, honesty, and respect for your relationship and the challenge you're facing.
Ready to start?
Contact me for a chat about how I can help.
Tel- 07411512482 | Email- Nikkicharrett@live.co.uk