On 18 December, Relationship Therapy North merged with the UK’s leading relationships charity, TLC: Talk, Listen, Change. TLC has provided relationship support for over 40 years, helping people across the country navigate crisis, abuse and relationship breakdown. TLC’s vision is of a society where everyone is surrounded by a circle of safe, healthy, happy relationships. The charity delivers therapeutic wellbeing services, family mediation, and domestic abuse prevention and s

We understand that for those facing marital distress, the privacy of internal searching often leads to powerful questions such as, 'Am I unhappy in my marriage?'. For many people, the difficult reality is confirming that 'I’m not happy with my husband', which makes seeking professional support an urgent and necessary step. We firmly believe that addressing these feelings promptly is vital, especially when thoughts turn towards securing 'marriage counselling before divorce'. O

We understand profoundly that preparing to welcome a child is a time filled with both excitement and intense uncertainty. While parenthood is often presented as a joyful milestone, for many couples, the reality involves deep-seated worries, prompting searches like 'scared of being a parent'. We recognise that feeling truly scared of being a mum or scared of being a dad are incredibly valid emotional responses as you anticipate immense changes to your relationship and identity

Communication is the bedrock of any strong partnership, but sometimes, talking simply stops, or devolves into painful arguments. A communication breakdown is a frequent occurrence in relationships, signalling that it is hard for couples to communicate openly and honestly without descending into destructive or repetitive conflicts. If you are worried about your relationship, recognising this breakdown is the vital first step toward healing.   Recognising the Silence: Why Commu

Confidential Support for Sex Addiction, Sexual Frustration, and a Path to Improving Intimacy Intimacy is a vital component of a fulfilling relationship, yet it is often the first thing to suffer when couples face challenges. Reasons for improving sexual intimacy can include loss of desire, erectile difficulty, painful sex, menopausal difficulties or a mis-match in sexual desire to name a few. At Relationship Therapy North, we provide safe, discreet service delivered by truste

It is completely natural for couples approaching a long-term commitment, like marriage or moving in together, to feel a mixture of excitement and deep-seated uncertainty. Many individuals may approach commitment with skepticism if they have grown up with divorced or unhappy parents who stayed together, while others are influenced by the unrealistic "Disneyfied" ideals of "happy ever after". However, the reality is that all couples go through difficult phases. When doubt or wo

What is Relationship Anxiety? It is entirely natural to sometimes feel unsure about your relationship, but when worry becomes persistent...