Question 1

How does couples counselling work?

Accepted Answer

Relationship therapy can be a powerful opportunity to explore what’s working - and what’s not - in your relationship. With the right support, many people in relationships find ways to make meaningful changes that lead to a happier, healthier partnership.

When we begin working together, my priority is to understand each partner’s perspective as fully as possible. I aim to ensure that both individuals feel heard, respected, and given equal space to express their thoughts and emotions.

A key part of my role is to facilitate constructive communication between you and your partner. I’ll help you both explore your situation in depth in a safe, non-judgmental environment where you feel confident to speak openly and honestly and to reflect.

Relationship therapy works best when partners are willing to be open and honest about their thoughts and feelings. Some people find this easier than others, and that’s okay - I’ll support you to express yourselves at a pace that feels right for you both.

Question 2

What will happen at our first session?

Accepted Answer

In our first meeting we will look at what brings you to therapy and explore what you hope to gain from counselling. I will be interested in hearing more about you and you will be able to ask about how I work. We can discuss how counselling might be able to support you and your relationship, and how we might work together in a collaborative way.

I’ll be interested in learning more about you – your relationship, experiences, concerns, and goals – and you’ll have the chance to ask questions about how I work and what to expect.

Together, we’ll consider how we can work collaboratively to create a space that feels safe, respectful and tailored to your needs. This is likely to include exploring the dynamics of your relationship and identifying areas you'd like to strengthen or resolve.
 
Your first relationship therapy session will be charged at a reduced rate of £40 and will last 60 minutes.

Question 3

What happens after our first session?

Accepted Answer

Should we decide to work together, sessions will take place at the same time each week and will last sixty minutes. Sessions for couples cost £80. There is no rule about how long therapy should last.  It is important to attend regularly, to maintain a sense of safety and continuity. We will regularly review how the therapy is progressing, and it will be your choice as to how long you wish to keep coming.
 
Through therapy you can learn more about your relationship dynamic and understand the choices that have led you to where you are today.

Question 4

Why do people go to therapy?

Accepted Answer

There is no rule for what you should and should not attend therapy for. There may be a specific crisis or problem with your relationship that you need help with. You may wish to get in touch with yourselves at a deeper level to try to unravel the patterns that seem to hold your relationship back or you may see it as an opportunity for personal development.  If you feel you need some help and support, therapy could be for you.

Question 5

What's the difference between counselling and psychotherapy?

Accepted Answer

You will see these terms used in a variety of ways, by different people, to describe what is essentially a talking therapy. So it's probably easiest to refer to what I offer as therapy.

Stephen Glover
Relationship Psychotherapist

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How does couples counselling work?

What will happen at our first session?

What happens after our first session?

Why do people go to therapy?

What's the difference between counselling and psychotherapy?