Preliminary FREE consultation to establish whether the counselling process fits with what the clients aim to achieve.
A series of individual and joint sessions with each member of the family group. A sequence of twelve to twenty sessions is typical, although this varies according to specific circumstances.
Sometimes the therapist conduct interviews with one client while the other sits and listens..
Sessions with individual members of the client couple, usually with just one therapist.
Review sessions at regular intervals to track progress against expectation.
Sessions are normally for one hour. Sometimes clients prefer less frequent, but longer sessions.
Session frequency is flexible. A longer interval between appointments can sometimes be effective in helping clients to achieve their goals.
Liaison with other professionals, doctors, lawyers, mediators etc., where appropriate and always with the approval of the clients.
Referral to other professionals, consultants, specialist or psychological resources et

Benefits of the Counselling Process

Beneficial Outcomes

Ø Couple decides to stay together.

Ø Couple decide to part amicably.

Ø Separated couples reconcile.

Ø Couples re-negotiate their marital contract.

Ø Trust restored in relationship.

Benefits of This Method

Ø Balances gender.

Ø Creates a neutral environment.

Ø Opportunity for objective conversations with therapist.

Ø More flexible therapeutic methods / techniques.

Ø Clients benefit from the varied approach of an experienced therapist.

Ø Married couples contemplating separation / divorce.

Ø Ex-patriot couples struggling with the dual demands of new jobs and living in an alien culture.

Ø Couples from different cultural origins trying to understand / reconcile their differences.

Ø Separating / divorcing couples wishing to do so amicably.