What is relationship counselling

What is relationship counselling?
Relationship counselling is a form of therapy that looks to improve communication and resolve issues within an (intimate) relationship.
What is relationship counselling?
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Relationship counselling - Introduction
What is relationship counselling?
Relationship counselling (which can also be referred to as couples counselling) is a form of therapy that looks to improve communication and resolve issues within an (intimate) relationship. In contrast to counselling for relationship issues, which can be undertaken solely through individual sessions, relationship counselling is a term applied to talk therapy for two people within a relationship.
Some of the work you do will take place within your counselling sessions themselves. However many couples counsellors will also ask you to carry out 'homework'. Typically your counsellor will ask you either to do a task or discuss something specific when you get home. During your next session you will get the chance to talk about your homework, discuss any challenges you came up against and how the experience made you both feel.
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The average rating of all relationship counsellors using relationship counselling is 5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Ashburton

My name is Linda Waitokia, relationship counsellor in Ashburton. I am passionate about empowering people to make positive changes in their lives and assisting them to reach their goals. I enjoy working with relationship dynamics. I am experienced in working with individuals and couples on a wide range of relationship issues, including: communication problems, cheating, commitment phobia and fear of abandonment, divorce, intimacy issues, jealousy, family problems, marriage problems and midlife crisis.
Auckland

My name is John Dawson, I have been working as a relationship coach, couples counsellor, mediator and group facilitator for over 20 years in New Zealand and abroad.
I help people individually, and as couples, families and groups to resolve issues, stress and conflict in their relationships and lives.

My name is John Dawson, I have been working as a relationship coach, couples counsellor, mediator and group facilitator for over 20 years in New Zealand and abroad.
I help people individually, and as couples, families and groups to resolve issues, stress and conflict in their relationships and lives.

My name is Phil, an experienced relationship counsellor family therapist, and coach in Auckland. I see individuals, couples and families. I work from Birkdale, Remuera, and via skype.
If you are at a stage in life or your relationship of feeling that things aren’t quite how they should be. Let me reassure you there is always light at the end of the tunnel.

Are you looking for relationship counselling in Remuera? My name is Phil, an experienced relationship counsellor and family therapist in Remuera, Auckland. I see individuals, couples and families.
If you are at a stage in life or your relationship of feeling that things aren’t quite how they should be. Let me reassure you there is always light at the end of the tunnel.

I offer relationship therapy and couples counselling with most presenting issues. I can help with issues such as affairs, communication problems, insecurity, intimacy issues, relationship anxiety or any other of life's challenges.

I offer relationship therapy and couples counselling with most presenting issues in my office in Pakuranga - Auckland. I can help with issues such as affairs, communication problems, insecurity, intimacy issues, relationship anxiety or any other of life's challenges.
Blenheim

I am a Blenheim based practitioner and I enjoy working with adults, adolescents and couples, nurturing a collaborative relationship to support you in discovering personal insight and healing in your relationship.
Christchurch

Relationships can bring us so much happiness and yet often cause so much pain and heartache. During our sessions we will work together to: - Uncover hidden patterns that may be sabotaging your relationship happiness.- Identify key strategies you can apply immediately in your relationship. I bring more than 30 year of coaching and mentoring experience to my work.

Hi, my name is Khan. You're welcome for couples counselling and family therapy in Christchurch. The process of change does not have to be long and traumatic. My approach is dynamic, energising and most importantly, effective.

My name is Cate, counsellor and relationship counsellor in Christchurch. I offer Couples counselling and Individual counselling, Grief Counselling, Support for living with chronic health issues, Counselling for LGBTQAI Individuals, Couples and Families, Relationship Counselling sessions over Skype (within New Zealand).
Dunedin

Hi, my name is Cushla, I am an experienced relationship counsellor and family therapist, working in Dunedin. You are welcome to contact me with any questions or to book an appointment.

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My name is Adele. I offer both Individual and Relationship Counselling in Dunedin. For those seeking Relationship Counselling, a Gottman Therapy Model is used.
I have over 20 years experience working in the counselling or therapy field.

--- Currently unavailable --- I am skilled in counselling for a wide range of problems and work with couples, families and individuals of all ages. You're welcome for a wide range of relationship issues, including: infidelity, communication problems, divorce and separation, family problems, intimacy issues, marriage problems, parenting, relationship anxiety and relationship fights.
Gisborne

My name is Sindy van Zyl. I'm a counsellor and I offer relationship and couples counselling in Gisborne. I enjoy working with adults and couples using a variety of therapy models. My approach to therapy is flexible based on your needs.
Hamilton

I am a Clinical Psychologist and also trained as a GP. Life and relationships can be overwhelming and complicated. My approach to helping you with this is based on a lot of experience and training.
My main methods of dealing with couples therapy are Emotionally focussed therapy (EFT); The Gottmann approach; Somatic Experiencing and Attachment based focus.

I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the New Zealand Psychologist Board since 2017.
If you are interested in changing the way you approach life, your relationship(s), and willing to understand and improve yourself as a person while overcoming challenges, couples therapy might be the way forward for you.
Hastings

You're welcome for Counselling & Relationship counselling in Napier-Hastings
Invercargill

I'm a qualified life coach and ensure break-through results in personal issues, marriage, and all kinds of relationship issues such as infidelity, communication problems, intimacy issues, jealousy, relationship anxiety and relationship fights.

--- currently unavailable --- Hi, my name is Craig Colhoun. I'm an experienced and registered clinical psychologist who was born and raised in Invercargill. I am trained and skilled in various evidence-based therapeutic modalities. You're welcome for couples therapy, relationship counselling, emotionally focussed therapy, family dispute resolution and mediation.
Kerikeri

My name is Sally Shepherd, counsellor and couples counsellor in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, Northland.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples from a range of ages - adolescents to senior citizens.
Mapua

Hi my name is Jo.
I work with couples and individuals offering skills to discover and maintain effective life-long communication, using aspects of Imago Relationship Theory, Psychodynamic and Attachment theories.
Masterton

I offer professional and confidential relationship counselling for individuals, couples, and families.
Relationship counselling is an opportunity to gain more awareness and understanding of issues and difficulties, and to bring about positive change. I can help you manage and resolve issues you may be experiencing in your relationship, so you can move on in your life and in your relationship.
Motueka

Hi my name is Jo.
I work with couples and individuals offering skills to discover and maintain effective life-long communication, using aspects of Imago Relationship Theory, Psychodynamic and Attachment theories.

--- currently unavailable --- I provide individuals and couples with a confidential and supportive environment in which to explore their inner world and their relationship. I have over twenty years experience in providing counselling/therapy and mentoring to individuals, couples, families and groups.

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My name is Lisa Whittaker, counsellor and relationship counsellor in Motueka.
Working with trauma and abuse are my specialty areas, and I can work with you for any relationship issues
Mount Maunganui

I am Colin, counsellor in Mount Maunganui - Tauranga. I have over 30 years experience working with individuals (children, youth, adults), families and couples.
We all experience difficulties at times in our lives that cause us to struggle, lose hope and feel like our life is out of control. I believe it is possible to gain the strength needed to face our issues, the hope to move forward and the balance to feel in control of our lives again. Counselling can assist in helping you to overcome life’s hurdles in a positive wa
Nelson

My name is Bec. I use Imago therapy with couples, which is a unique way of working as the focus is on the space between: the relationship itself, rather than on each individual. Imago teaches a new way to communicate, understand and build one another up within the relationship and creates deeper bonds for long lasting love.

Hi, my name is Jean le Masurier. I'm a relationship counsellor in Nelson and Richmond. I work with both individuals and couples. I've been counselling since 2008 and have a private practice in Nelson since 2012.

My name is Mark, relationship counsellor in Nelson.
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling and coaching that helps those in committed relationships work out their misunderstandings, reduce conflict, and rediscover ways to bond, communicate, and find common ground.
New Plymouth

--- Currently unavailable --- I am passionate about the work I do and I am committed in providing beneficial therapy for individual clients and couples.
I work with couples on effective communication so as to broaden their understanding of each other and enrich their relationship.

My name is Tony, relationship counsellor in New Plymouth.
I have worked in social services for over 20yrs. I am well skilled in working with individuals or couples to find their direction.

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My name is Susie, I am a relationship counsellor in New Plymouth.
You may feel you have hit a wall in your relationship and cannot move forward or have reached a crossroads without knowing which direction to take.
I see couples of all ages and also LGBTQ.
Palmerston North

Kia ora. My name is Ying-Ni. I am a counseling psychologist and couples therapist from Taiwan and registered with NZ psychologist board.
My main approach is psychodynamic. For me, all emotions, positive and negative make sense. I strive to understand every part of you and create a safe place to care for our most unspeakable thoughts and feelings.

I AM CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR COUPLES COUNSELLING - DAYTIME APPTS ONLY
I offer a safe confidential, non - judgmental environment that enables you and your partner to explore your current situation with a view to considering what changes you might like to make to move in a direction determined by you.
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is the modality I work within when working with couples. This is a researched based therapy that has demonstrated significantly positive results for people engaged in this model of therapy.
Porirua

Kia Ora. My name is Jane Weggery and I practice Equine facilitated relationship therapy from my property at Judgeford Pauatahanui. I have been working as a counsellor for nearly 10 years and offering Equine facilitated (couples) therapy for 9 years. I am a member of the ANZASW and SWRB.
Pukekohe

My name is Dora Clark, relationship counsellor in Pukekohe.
I offer both individual counselling and couples counselling.
Queenstown

--- currently unavailable --- I offer both Individual relationship counselling and couples counselling. I know that loving, healthy relationships are possible as long as both of you are willing to get out of your own way and put in the work. I will guide you to figure out what’s not working and how you can change the dynamic, as well as working with you on the stuff that’s holding you back personally.

--- waiting list --- I offer both couples therapy and individual counselling to support people to address relationship issues. I can support you if you are struggling in your relationship with issues including communication, conflict, infidelity, feeling insecure in relationship, intimacy issues, and alcohol, drugs and gambling problems.
Rangiora

Good relationships are clearly linked to mood & wellbeing. Couples therapy provides a safe space to find your voice and enable you to understand the needs of your partner.
I am passionate about working closely with individuals and couples in a safe therapeutic environment to support them to achieve mental well being and enrich their relationships.
Richmond

Hi, my name is Jean. I'm a relationship counsellor in Nelson and Richmond. I work with both individuals and couples. I've been counselling since 2008 and have a private practice in Nelson and Richmond since 2012.
Rotorua

My name is Anthony (Tony). I have 30 years experience in couples counselling.
You're welcome for couples counselling and individual counselling in Rotorua.

My name is Anthony (Tony). I have 30 years experience in couples counselling.
You're welcome for couples counselling and individual counselling at Rainbow Trout Lodge, Lake Rotoehu.
Rotorua 3010

Kia ora
I'm a wholistic therapist/counsellor for relationship challenges in Rotorua.
I am experienced in working with individual clients and couples on a wide range of issues
Including: infidelity, autonomy in relationship, relationship anxiety, divorce, insecurity, intimacy issues, relationship challenges
Takaka

--- currently unavailable --- I provide individuals and couples with a confidential and supportive environment in which to explore their inner world and their relationship. I have over twenty years experience in providing counselling/therapy and mentoring to individuals, couples, families and groups.
Taupo

As a relationship counsellor in Taupo, I enjoy supporting couples in their understanding of each other, while strengthening the relationship between them as a safe space for life together.
Tauranga

My name is Tony, relationship counsellor in Tauranga
I have worked in social services for over 20yrs. I am well skilled in working with individuals or couples to find their direction.

Hi, my name is Colin, counsellor in Tauranga. I have over 30 years experience working with individuals (children, youth, adults), families and couples.
We all experience difficulties at times in our lives that cause us to struggle, lose hope and feel like our life is out of control. I believe it is possible to gain the strength needed to face our issues, the hope to move forward and the balance to feel in control of our lives again. Counselling can assist in helping you to overcome life’s hurdles in a positive way.

--- unavailable --- As a psychologist and relationship counsellor I am excited by the possibility that therapy can foster hope, promote inner healing and enable a sense of enhanced well-being for individuals and couples.
Types of issues I can help with include infidelity, autonomy, divorce, intimacy issues, jealousy, relationship anxiety, relationship fights.
Te Anau

My name is Monty Temple. I provide counselling to individuals, couples and families in the Fiordland area. You're welcome for individual relationship counselling, family therapy and couples counselling.
Upper Hutt

My name is Athena Hemming. Although I qualified as a psychologist 35 years ago, I now feel my work is more accurately described by the words "Heart and Mind Coach".
Nearly half my work at the moment is with couples dealing with relationships, family and parenting issues. Sometimes all it takes is a couple of hours to get new inspiration.
It is hard to say this stuff about yourself (isn't it?) but as well as bringing a wealth of personal experience to each session, I bring compassion, intuition and a great sense of humour
Wairoa

--- Currently unavailable --- I'm Kerry and I'm a counsellor and relationship counsellor. You're welcome with a range of issues, including adultary and infidelity, commitment phobia, communication problems, divorce, family problems, intimacy issues, relationship fights, sex addiction. For relationship counselling, family dispute resolution and mediation.
Wellington

Hi, I'm Catherine, relationship counsellor in Wellington. You're welcome with a range of issues, including: commitment phobia, communication problems, divorce & Seperation, infidelity & affairs, intimacy issues, marriage problems, relationship anxiety, relationship fights.

Hi. My name is Amber Thillainathan and I am a professionally qualified counsellor with experience in all of one-to-one, relationship and group therapies.
I have a natural tendency towards helping you to realise practical solutions to your (relationship) issues.

--- Currently unavailable --- I'm an experienced and professional relationship counsellor working with individual clients and couples in Central Wellington. I am experienced in working with couples on a wide range of issues, including: infidelity and affairs, divorce, family problems, intimacy issues, marriage problems, relationship anxiety, relationship fights.
Whakatane

My name is Anthony (Tony). I have 30 years experience in couples counselling.
You're welcome for couples counselling and individual counselling in Whakatane.
Whanganui

Hi, I'm Catherine, relationship counsellor in Whanganui. You're welcome with a range of issues, including: commitment phobia, communication problems, divorce & Seperation, infidelity & affairs, intimacy issues, marriage problems, relationship anxiety, relationship fights.
Whangarei

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Hi, my name is Ellen Altshuler. I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples in Whangarei. I’ve been a Counsellor for about 25 years, working with couples, individuals, and families.

--- Currently unavailable --- I feel so privileged to help couples move away from disconnection, distress and a sense of hopelessness and guide them to connect with each other in a more intimate, loving and respectful way.

--- Currently unavailable --- Hi, my name is Mandy Chapman-Smith. I offer EFT-Relationship counselling for couples in Whangarei.
I am passionate about helping couples to strengthen their bond and their understanding of themselves and each other.
Online therapy couples

My name is John, I have been working as a relationship coach, couples counsellor, mediator and group facilitator for over 20 years in New Zealand and abroad.
I help people individually, and as couples, families and groups to resolve issues, stress and conflict in their relationships and lives.

--- currently unavailable --- Online couples counselling & Online mariage counselling: Hi, I'm Catherine, online relationship counsellor. You're welcome with a range of issues, including: commitment phobia, communication problems, divorce & Seperation, infidelity & affairs, intimacy issues, marriage problems, relationship anxiety, relationship fights.
Online couples counselling - online mariage counselling

--- unvailable --- My name is Wilme Steenekamp, online psychologist and online couples therapist. Life and relationships can be overwhelming and complicated. You're welcome for online relationship & couples counselling.
Online couples therapy - online relationship counselling
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Therapies offered
- Couples coaching
- Couples counselling
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Family Dispute Resolution
- Imago relationship therapy
- Marriage counselling
- Mediation
- Online relationship counselling
- Pre Marriage counselling
- Relationship coaching
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Types of issues
- Addicted to love
- Adultery, affair, infidelity
- Autonomy in relationship
- Cheating
- Closed or open relationship
- Commitment phobia
- Communication problems
- Cultural differences
- Divorce & separation
- Emotional infidelity
- Family problems
- Fear of abandonment
- I want a relationship
- Insecure in relationship
- Intimacy issues
- Jealousy
- Love sick
- Marriage problems
- Midlife crisis
- Relationship anxiety
- Relationship fights
- Self love
- Sex addiction
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