● Couples Therapy — UK

Couples therapy in London and across the UK

Relationships get painful and confusing when communication breaks down, when trust has been damaged, or when you simply stop feeling understood. Our couples counsellors work online with partners across London and the rest of the UK, offering somewhere to look at what is happening between you without blame and without anyone taking sides.

BACP & COSRT aligned All identities welcomed No waiting lists Mon–Sat 8am–9pm
● What is couples therapy

What actually happens in couples counselling

Our relationship counsellors are BACP and COSRT aligned. They are trained specifically in couples therapy, relationship dynamics and psychosexual issues, so you are not simply seeing a therapist who happens to have two people in the room.

We support married and unmarried couples, long-term partners and LGBTQ+ relationships, whatever your background, culture or identity. Every relationship deserves support from someone who understands it.

If things feel like they are falling apart, that is the reason to start. Meet our couples counsellors or book a couples assessment.

Improved communication. Develop healthier ways to express needs, feelings, and concerns without conflict escalating.

Rebuild trust. Work through betrayal, infidelity, or emotional distance with professional, structured guidance.

Strengthen intimacy. Reconnect emotionally and physically — in a safe, confidential setting.

All relationships welcomed. LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, family members, business partners, interracial, and all relationship structures — inclusive support for everyone.

How we work

There is a structure to this, not just talking

Our couples work draws on the established relationship therapy models.

  • The Gottman Method For what actually happens in conflict.
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) For the attachment patterns underneath it.
  • Imago For the way each of you learned to be in a relationship long before you met.

Your therapist will choose what fits the two of you rather than running a programme.

What that means in practice is that sessions have a shape. You are not paying to be refereed.

● What couples therapy helps with

Common reasons couples seek relationship counselling

You don't need to be at breaking point. Many couples, family and business co-founders come to relationship counselling to strengthen what they already have. Couples therapy works best as an early intervention — the sooner you seek support, the better the outcomes.

Two people talking through a disagreement during a counselling session

Conflict and communication

Poor communication is the most common reason couples come to us. We help you break the cycle, say what you need without it landing as blame, and listen as well as be heard.

Couple sitting close on a sofa, looking thoughtfully at a laptop together

Betrayal and rebuilding trust

Betrayal can pull the floor out from under a relationship, and repair is still possible with the right support. Therapy gives you both a place to process the hurt honestly, rebuild trust step by step and find clarity about what comes next.

Couple sitting together on a sofa talking with a counsellor

Separation and discernment

When one of you is close to leaving and the other is not, that is its own kind of work, called discernment counselling. We help you slow the decision down, understand what each of you wants, and move forward with less damage, together or apart.

Who we support

Couples counselling for every kind of couple

You do not need to be at breaking point. Plenty of couples come to strengthen something that is already working, and couples counselling does its best work early. We support the relationship at every stage, from wanting more of what you have to needing an impartial professional in the room.

We support the relationship dynamic at every stage: from those wanting to strengthen what they already have, to those working through serious challenges who need an impartial professional in the room.

Because every relationship can do better.

Communication breakdown
Infidelity & affairs
Lack of intimacy
Rebuilding trust
Parenting conflicts
Emotional disconnection
Separation support
Cultural differences
Sexual difficulties
Grief & loss together
LGBTQ+ relationships
Neurodivergent couples
● Specialist support

Intimacy & sex therapy — a specialist space

Sexual and intimacy difficulties affect many couples but are rarely talked about openly. Our COSRT-aligned therapists provide a professional, non-judgmental space to address these concerns with sensitivity and care.

Erectile Dysfunction & Sexual Performance
A deeply personal concern that many find difficult to discuss. Our therapists provide a safe, empathetic space to explore the emotional and relational dimensions — without judgement.
Low Sex Drive & Desire Discrepancy
Mismatched libidos are one of the most common relationship issues. Therapy helps both partners understand what's driving low desire and explore ways to reconnect with intimacy on their own terms.
Sexual Anxiety & Intimacy Issues
Anxiety around sexual performance, intimacy, or physical closeness can create distance in a relationship. Sex therapy provides structured support to reduce anxiety and rebuild confident intimacy.
Sex & Love Addiction
Compulsive patterns around sex, love, or relationships can cause significant harm. Our therapists help you understand these behaviours, their origins, and build healthier ways of relating.
● How couples therapy works

Start couples therapy in 3 simple steps

Starting couples and relationship therapy doesn't have to feel complicated. Here's exactly what to expect — positive changes with commitment and trust.

1
Book your couples assessment
A confidential 1-hour session (£50) with a qualified relationship counsellor. We understand your situation as a couple and carefully match you with the right therapist. Available within days — no waiting lists.
2
Get matched to your relationship therapist
Based on your goals, relationship dynamics, and any specialist needs (sex therapy, cultural background, language), we personally match you to the right couples counsellor from our accredited team.
3
Begin your sessions together
Attend regular couples therapy sessions via secure video — both partners join from wherever feels comfortable. Your therapist creates a balanced space where both voices are heard equally and without judgement.
● Couples therapy cost UK

Transparent, honest relationship counselling fees

All sessions include a specialist-matched therapist, our secure video platform, and a team to support you while in therapy with us.

Initial Assessment
£50
One-off • 1 hour • Required first step
A relaxed, confidential conversation to understand your relationship goals and match you to the right couples therapist — for both of you.
✓1-hour with a qualified relationship counsellor
✓Personalised therapist matching
✓No commitment to continue
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Couples — Supervised Trainee
£125
Per session • Supervised trainee counsellor
Professional couples therapy at an accessible price. Supervised trainee relationship counsellors — same ethical standards, BACP-aligned, more affordable.
✓Supervised trainee relationship counsellor
✓BACP Ethical Framework aligned
✓All relationships & identities welcome
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Couples — Qualified Therapist
£250
Per session • Fully qualified counsellor
Fully qualified, COSRT-aligned relationship and sex therapists for complex needs, specialist support, or clients with prior therapy experience.
✓Fully qualified & COSRT aligned
✓Sex & intimacy therapy specialists
✓Individual therapy also from £125
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● Your questions answered

Frequently asked questions about couples therapy UK

Couples therapy is a confidential, guided process where both partners work with an accredited relationship counsellor via secure video. Sessions are 50 minutes and help you communicate more effectively, rebuild trust, and develop a stronger connection. All couples therapy at Talking Counselling is delivered online — no travel required, no waiting rooms.
Couples therapy at Talking Counselling starts with a 1-hour assessment at £50. Ongoing sessions with supervised trainee counsellors cost £125 per session. Sessions with fully qualified COSRT-aligned relationship therapists cost £250. All fees are transparent — no hidden costs or membership fees.
Yes — research consistently shows online couples therapy achieves equivalent outcomes to in-person sessions. Many couples find attending from home actually makes it easier to be open and honest. Online relationship counselling also removes the logistical barrier of both partners needing to travel to the same location.
This is very common. Individual therapy can be a helpful first step for the partner who is more open — and individual work often has a significant positive effect on relationship dynamics even without both partners attending together. Get in touch and we'll discuss the best approach for your situation.
Absolutely. We warmly welcome couples of all identities, backgrounds, and relationship structures. Our team is fully inclusive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and culturally sensitive. Everyone deserves access to quality relationship support — regardless of who they love or how they identify.
There are no waiting lists. You can book your couples therapy assessment immediately and sessions are usually available within a week. We operate Monday to Saturday, 8am to 9pm — at a time that works for both of you. No GP referral needed.
Not sure where to start?

Our team is happy to answer any questions before you book — no obligation, just a friendly reply to help you decide if online therapy is right for you.

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Every relationship deserves
the chance to thrive

Your first step is a single session — no long
commitments, no GP referral needed. Book your couples
therapy assessment and let us find the right therapist for you both.