Relationship Counselling
Relationship counselling offers individuals the opportunity to work with each other to improve how they relate to each other. This can be a very freeing experience which can provide a chance for people to break free from old patterns of behaviour.
Work will focus on identifying issues or problems in the relationship allowing for open discussion in a supportive and non-judgemental environment.
Relationship counselling covers a wide range of different relationships including monogamous, polyamorous, queer, intimate and platonic relationships, long distance, families and work.
COSRT Statement May 14 2025 In response to the recent launch of a controversial new television show, COSRT has issued the following statement reiterating its position on the use of touch in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapies: "COSRT is clear. Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy is a specialised form of talking therapy. It never involves touch. Yet a recently launched Channel 4 TV programme – Virgin Island – includes people described as “sex therapists” touching participants in sexualised ways. Understand that the show’s content does not represent the therapies or professionals overseen by COSRT, even if some words may seem similar. It is unrelated to evidence-based psychotherapy used to support people in need of emotional or psychological help. It presents real risks to vulnerable people and could threaten public trust in valuable professions. And no COSRT registered Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist would be permitted to engage in such activities. COSRT’s Chair, Steve Johnson says “Please let everyone be clear. Touch does not form any part of proper therapy to help with sexual or relationship issues. Boundaries and professional standards are vital so only use a therapist registered with a body such as COSRT. And if a psychotherapist or counsellor tries to touch you as part of therapy, walk away and report them.”
Healthy Relationships
Self-awareness is key!
Understanding what pushes you out of your comfort zone and how you react when you feel that way is important
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Communicate effectively!
Good communication skills, either verbal, physical or written are the foundation of a solid relationship. Being willing to change yourself rather than rely solely on someone else to fix the relationship is key
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Take responsibility!
Understanding and owning your own process is helpful. Taking responsibility for your own actions is far more helpful than reacting and blaming someone else
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Don't forget about Sex!
Sex is simply another form of communication and it can be the last thing to return when relationships have been difficult. Physical intimacy can be helpful for stress managements and reconnecting as well as expressing yourself in a carefree way
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Learn to let go!
Our behaviour can be based on past experiences. Recognising if when we feel out of sorts is either related to the here and now or to activated past memories can help us better manage the present
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Counselling Can Help!
Relationships do not have to be at crisis point in order to seek counselling. working on one or all of these areas may be helpful depending on personal circumstances
Contact
If you would like more information regarding relationship counselling please get in touch