​Rebuild connection, understanding, and trust, with in person Stourbridge, West-Midlands. 

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Rebuild connection, understanding, and trust in a neutral, professional space.

When your relationship feels stuck, it can feel like you’re having the same argument in different forms over and over again. Whether you are dealing with a crisis of trust or simply feel like you’ve drifted apart, relationship therapy offers a structured space to stop the "blame game" and start moving forward.

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In-Person Therapy at St John’s Chambers
I offer both online couples therapy UK-wide, and in-person sessions in Stourbridge.  Many partners find that meeting in a neutral, physical "third space" is vital for the depth of work required in relationship counselling.

My practice is located at St John’s Chambers, 11 St John’s Road, Stourbridge, DY8 1EJ. This central location is easily accessible for couples traveling from Dudley, Halesowen, Hagley, Kidderminster, and Birmingham.

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Why Couples Seek Therapy
People usually reach out when the ways they’ve tried to fix things themselves stop working. Common reasons for seeking support include:

• Communication Breakdowns: Feeling unheard or like every conversation turns into a conflict.

• Loss of Intimacy: Feeling more like "roommates" than romantic partners.

• Trust Issues: Navigating the aftermath of betrayal, secrecy, or infidelity.

• Life Transitions: The stress of new parenthood, career changes, or retirement spilling into the relationship.

• The "Pursue-Withdraw" Cycle: One partner feeling they are always chasing for connection while the other shuts down.

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How I Work: Evidence-Based Relationship Therapy
I don't just "mediate" arguments. I use a structured, evidence-based approach that draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), specifically adapted for couples.

Rather than looking for who is "to blame," we focus on workability. We map out the "Cycle" you both get caught in and work on practical tools to:

• Notice emotional triggers before they escalate.

• Communicate needs without blame or withdrawal.

• Reconnect through shared values rather than fear or habit.

 

Location & Practicalities:
Address: St John’s Chambers, 11 St John’s Road, Stourbridge, DY8 1EJ.

Accessibility: A 2-minute walk from Stourbridge Town train station and bus interchange.

Parking: Ample public parking is available at the Ryemarket or Tesco car parks (2-minute walk).

Fees: £125 per 60-minute session. £150 per 90-minute session.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Do you take sides?
  No. In relationship therapy, "the relationship" is my client, not one individual. My role is to remain neutral and help you both see the patterns you are caught in. I won't tell you who is right or wrong; I will help you find what works for the future you both want.

• What happens in the first session?
  Our first meeting is a 90-minute assessment. We will explore the history of your relationship, identify the main "stuck points," and determine if we are a good fit for working together. It is a structured session designed to give you a clear map of how we will proceed.

• What if my partner is reluctant to come?
  It is very common for one partner to be more hesitant than the other. I encourage "reluctant" partners to come for just one assessment session to see how the process works. There is no pressure to commit to long-term work until you both feel it is the right step.

• Can we do a mix of in-person and online?
  Yes. While many local couples prefer the consistency of meeting at my Stourbridge office, we can occasionally move sessions online if work travel or childcare issues arise.

 

Ready to begin?
Improvements start when you stop trying to "win" the argument and start making changes to the dynamic.

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If you would prefer an online appointment, you can read more, and book an appointment,