Covid poses "greatest threat to mental health since the second world war." Learn more about how we're supporting people during this challenging time.
Covid poses "greatest threat to mental health since the second world war." Learn more about how we're supporting people during this challenging time.
Depression & anxiety group therapy beginning 9th May (morning and evening sessions available). Click here for more information.
Many couples seek help in times of upheaval and crisis. However, difficulties may well have been present for some time and often result from long-standing hurt and anger. One or both individuals may even get to the point they no longer want to be in the relationship, leaving them feeling isolated and misunderstood by the other partner. These are some of the issues that have brought couples to us for support:
Your first session with the therapist will be different from future visits. The initial visit is an opportunity for you and your therapist to get to know each other and plan ahead.
You will be asked about the relationship history, family history, and personal history. Your counsellor will listen to the concerns you'd like to bring up about the relationship. Once the first initial questions are asked, the counsellor will help you identify the issues within the relationship, which will be the focus of therapy.
It's normal to wonder what you are about to get yourself into. Making that first step to go for counselling is a courageous step.
Between sessions – whether weekly, biweekly or monthly – you may want to get in touch with your therapist. Not for a full session, but to connect with them about something; you've had a breakthrough, a trigger has caused a spiral, or you'd like to bounce an idea off someone.
Our "Check-In Sessions" allow you to meet with your therapist for a short, potent 20-minute consultation. Diving straight into the issue at hand, your therapist will listen, unpack and provide support until your next planned session. These sessions are only available for current clients, and we offer one free "Check-In Session" to every client who makes the 3-session commitment.
Due to their conciseness, these sessions take place through our online video portal. Here's a summary of what you'll get:
After the initial consultation, we'll invite you to commit to 3 counselling sessions. Why? Because those who commit to the therapy process benefit the most from therapy.
We've also found that having this provision in place increases the likelihood of our clients seeing the process through to completion. Only then do they experience the relief they're looking for and become the best version of themselves.
After the first 3 sessions, appointments are open-ended, and we'll continue to support you for as long as you need our assistance.
Note: For those struggling financially, we're happy to make allowances and wave this condition.
If you have the same fight over and over again without resolution, it might be time to see a therapist. You can also go see a therapist if you're feeling stuck about how to manage a hard decision together, if you're considering splitting up, or if there's been a significant stressor on the relationship such as unfaithfulness, financial strain, or trauma.
Healthy couples can benefit from couples therapy, too. It's an opportunity to improve your connection and communication. So you shouldn't just go if you're having problems. Our team meets with couples who just want to make their good relationships better and learn new relationship skills.
