Couples Therapy & Counseling

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The Approach
Couples therapy starts with three-session assessment. The first one is a joint assessment. The second session is split into two individual interviews. Both spouses also complete an online questionnaire. During the third and final assessment session the couple get detailed feedback on their relationship. Together with the therapist the couple decides if couples work is the best way forward and if it is, then the goals of the sessions will be discussed.

In therapy the couple is helped to create a safe relationship by working through conflict and betrayals. Couples learn to increase intimacy, manage conflict, heal from past hurts, and to create shared meaning.

Couples seek therapy for:

Couples who are doing well can also benefit from therapy by strengthening their relationship further, finding more joy in their shared lives together and find healthier ways to cope with issues as they arise in the future.

Couples who are doing well can also benefit from couple therapy by strengthening their relationship further, finding more joy in their shared lives together and find healthier ways to cope with issues as they arise in the future.

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Emotional Wellbeing Check

An Emotional Wellbeing Check is a 30 minute consultation to give you an overview of how you are doing with your psychological wellbeing. It will highlight key areas of your wellness and give an indication as to whether there are any areas of your life that would benefit from some attention. Like any other health check up, an emotional wellbeing check is an important part of staying on top of your mental health. With no commitment to engaging in regular therapy, this service offers a useful measure of your overall emotional wellbeing.

When might an emotional wellbeing check be beneficial?

  • Something feels “off”, but you can’t quite put your finger on what it is
  • You are considering embarking on therapy, but you remain uncertain as to whether this would be beneficial for you
  • You have a history of mental health difficulties and want to stay on top of your emotional wellbeing


Following the wellbeing check you will be provided with a brief summary report with recommendations from Dr Shamarel. As this is not a service that insurance companies typically reimburse for, you will not be given a formal diagnosis.