Support with Relationship Matters

Struggles

21 Dec

Relationships play a central role in our wellbeing, shaping how we feel about ourselves, others, and the world around us. When relationships feel strained, confusing, or painful, this can affect our sense of safety, confidence, and connection — sometimes in ways that are hard to put into words.

Difficulties in relationships can arise for many reasons: patterns learned earlier in life, communication challenges, life stress, change, or experiences of hurt or loss. You may be struggling in a romantic relationship, family dynamic, friendship, or workplace relationship. Support can help you understand what is happening and find new ways of relating.

You might recognise relationship difficulties if you…

Feel stuck in repeating patterns of conflict or disconnection
Struggle with communication, boundaries, or trust
Feel misunderstood, unseen, or emotionally distant
Experience anxiety, anger, or withdrawal in relationships
Are navigating separation, loss, or change in a relationship
Find relationships impacting your mood or sense of self

How therapy can help

Therapy offers a space to explore relationships with care and curiosity, without blame or pressure to take sides. The work focuses on understanding patterns, emotional responses, and ways of relating that may have developed over time.

Support can help you develop greater awareness, improve communication, strengthen boundaries, and foster more satisfying and authentic connections — both with others and with yourself.

Approaches that may help with relationships

The following approaches are often helpful when working with relationship difficulties:

Counselling
Provides a supportive space to explore relationship challenges and feel heard.
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Focuses on current relationships, communication, and role changes.
Psychotherapy
Explores deeper relational patterns, attachment, and emotional experiences.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Can help address patterns of thinking and behaviour that affect relationships.
Coaching
May be helpful when focusing on boundaries, communication skills, or relational goals.

Therapists who work with relationships

Therapists supporting people with relationship difficulties

Featured

Dr Anya Ciobanca

Consultant Psychiatrist and Cognitive Analytic Therapist offering integrated medical and psychological care for adults and young people.

Athena Meselidou

BABCP-accredited CBT Psychotherapist offering integrative therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.

Della K Gould

MBACP-registered Counsellor offering warm, compassionate support for adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, and bereavement.

Dina van Well

Cognitive Hypnotherapist offering inclusive, compassionate support for trauma, limiting beliefs, and personal transformation.

Emma Foltynie

Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor and Breathwork Coach offering trauma-informed, holistic support for adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, and burnout.

Emanuela Gollin

Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor offering compassionate, integrative support for children, teenagers, and families.

Gavin Mayes-Long

Counsellor offering humanistic, tailored therapy for men experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, and relational difficulties.

Julia Bright

Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in eating- and weight-related difficulties, supporting adults to develop a healthier relationship with food and self.

Kate Low

Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor offering relational, compassionate therapy for adults navigating emotional and relational challenges.

Dr Lucia Roberta Russo

Chartered Psychologist and PhD offering bilingual psychological support for emotional wellbeing, relationships, and life transitions.

Nicholas Rennie

Integrative Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor offering compassionate, collaborative support for adults experiencing stress, low mood, and life transitions.

Paul Murphy

Person-Centred Counsellor offering a compassionate, non-judgemental space for adults experiencing emotional and relational difficulties.

Roxanna Anderson

Person-centred Counsellor offering trauma-informed, compassionate support for children, young people, and adults experiencing loss, trauma, and emotional distress.

Robyn Tate

Life Coach and Root Cause Therapy Practitioner supporting men to move beyond overwhelm and create lasting change.

Rose McDonald

Therapeutic Counsellor and CBT Practitioner offering warm, integrative support for adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, and emotional challenges.

Rachel Davidson

Integrative Counsellor offering relational, inclusive therapy for adults navigating loss, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.

Tami Oren

Integrative Relational Counsellor offering trauma-informed, compassionate support for adults navigating anxiety, identity, and life transitions.

Finding the right support

Relationship difficulties can feel isolating, especially when they touch on long-standing patterns or important connections. Support can help you approach these challenges with greater clarity, compassion, and choice.

You are welcome to explore therapist profiles above, or to get in touch if you would like help thinking through what kind of support might feel right for you.

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Mabel Martinelli