Counselling for couples in Marylebone, W1
Relationships with others are an important aspect of life. Whether romantic, familial, or friendship, we forge and maintain connections at different stages of our lives, facing a number of challenges along the way.
In those difficult moments, relationship therapy can provide clarity and support.
I’m Mark Greenaway-Robbins, a registered counsellor and psychotherapist with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). My passion and curiosity for therapy shapes the way I work, helping to bring confidence, hope, and joy to various situations.
If you’re seeking couples counselling in Marylebone, let’s have a conversation.
Session details for Clients in London
In person sessions: I will begin practising in Central London from September with availability on Thursdays.
Online / phone sessions: If you are based in London and would like to begin counselling before September, online and phone sessions will be possible.
What is Counselling for Couples?
Relationship counselling (also known as ‘couples counselling’ or ‘marriage counselling’) is a form of talk therapy that addresses difficulties in an intimate relationship. Through couples therapy, partners can express and address their relationship difficulties in a safe, supportive environment. It’s not about who’s right or wrong; it’s about facilitating an open discussion and helping partners achieve a positive and harmonious outcome.
Relationship therapy isn’t limited to romantic relationships, it can support family dynamics, friendships or professional relationships. And, contrary to what many people believe, you don’t need to have a “problem” to benefit from therapy. You may just be navigating a transition, such as becoming a parent or adjusting to a major life change.
In my experience, counselling offers a valuable space to be heard and to strengthen your connection with those around you. For example, you might consider relationship therapy if you want to improve communication with a family member, work through tensions with a business partner, or deepen your understanding of a loved one.
For therapy to be effective, it’s important that all parties are willing to engage in the process. Through this work, some relationships become stronger and more resilient, while others reach the realisation that separating is the healthier path forward. No matter the outcome, I am here to listen, guide and support you through this time.
How I Help As Your Relationship Counsellor
Unlike other forms of therapy, there are usually three parties in the room in addition to the psychotherapist. There is each of the partners and the relationship itself. In couples counselling, the relationship is the client.
Together, we will work towards creating a ‘conscious relationship’ in which an empathic connection grows between you, and you are resourced differently in your relationship.
As a relationship counsellor and an LGBTQIA+ ally, I adopt an inclusive approach in my sessions. I have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds, faiths, and traditions, and this is something that I’m passionate about.
Remember, transformation is possible when partners feel empathy for each other. A way to build empathy is through decoding symbolic issues in the relationship dynamic, which helps to uncover invisible needs, fears and hopes.
Through focused relationship help, I can counsel you and your partner in the following relationship difficulties:
- Conflicts in communication
- Difficulty in managing major life events, such as changing careers, starting a family or bereavement.
- Trust issues arising from discovering an affair
- Jealousy issues
- Uncertainty about commitment
- Mental and emotional health problems
- Conflict in differing parenting styles and approaches
- Losing connection or falling out of love
- Conflicts arising in parent-child relationships or between extended family members
- Sexual difficulties
- Fertility issues
- Financial disagreements and challenges
Why Work With Me?
- As a queer, neurodivergent male therapist (autistic and ADHD), I bring both clinical training and lived experience to help you.
- My approach is relational and integrative, grounded in connection and tailored to your needs.
- Inclusive and culturally attuned, I have global lived experience across Vancouver, Paris, and Jerusalem.
- Available to both couples and individuals, we can navigate anything from relationship dynamics to identity exploration.
- Flexibility in session frequency – offering weekly, fortnightly, or more spaced out sessions.
What to Expect From My Relationship Therapy Sessions in Marylebone
My counselling for couples in Manchester Square is most effective when both parties support open and non-defensive communication. This helps you to make decisions about how to move forwards.
It can mean modifying the way you interact as a couple, how you spend time together and apart, or how you deal with specific issues in your relationship. There are no definitive answers – it’s whatever feels right for you.
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As your counsellor, I am here to help you create a therapeutic space where:
- Exploration happens with safety and challenge, – without blame or judgement
- An agreed focus is established
- An emotional connection is built through empathic listening
- The needs and fears of each partner are clarified, alongside the hope for the relationship
- The experience of each partner is recognised and appreciated
- The impact of the past on the present is recognised
- What gets in the way of intimacy is noticed and explored
Rather than judging or taking sides, I will facilitate a process in which you and your partner decide on the course of action most suited to each of your needs.
Connect with me through a brief telephone call, email exchange, or online meeting, to get a sense of who I am as a relationship counsellor.
Book a Relationship Therapy Session with Me, Mark Greenaway Robbins, for Relationship Help
No matter your identity, gender, type of relationship, religion, ethnic background, or sexual orientation, I’m ready to help with your relationship difficulties.
It doesn’t matter what your motivation is for seeking my support through relationship counselling. Whatever you are going through, you don’t have to go through it alone.
For those interested in moving forwards with relationship counselling, please get in touch. Once we have spoken, you have the opportunity to complete an online working agreement in preparation for our work together.
Your first paid session with me is to understand our synergies and to see if we can work together.
For all types of relationship difficulties, contact me by filling out a form, or call me on 07534 599 233.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it’s a common misconception that you seek relationship therapy only when you and your partner face troubles. I believe that by proactively seeking counselling, you can further strengthen your relationship, improve your communication and address any issues at a nascent stage.
Counselling for couples is beneficial in navigating changes in your relationship, like starting a family, or relocating.
Relationship counselling is suited for anyone who identifies as a “couple”, or “polycule”, irrespective of their sexual, gender or cultural identity. As a LGBTQAI+ ally, my counselling for “couples” is an inclusive, safe and non-judgmental space for same sex and queer partners.
Whether in person or online, sessions follow the same structure and will provide the same value. Sometimes, online sessions are preferred as some people tend to feel more comfortable in their own surroundings, or for logistical reasons. The choice is yours entirely.
Online sessions are conducted on Zoom, following all GDPR-compliant security norms, keeping our interaction and your privacy safe.
It’s completely natural for couples to feel apprehensive about how therapy might affect their relationship. Some aspects of a partnership are deeply personal and private, and I fully understand any hesitation in sharing those with someone new. However, I can assure you that my relationship counselling sessions are entirely confidential, supportive, and free from judgment.
Absolutely not. I will remain neutral and non-judgmental throughout all sessions. My client is the relationship. I will encourage open dialogue, and give each partner the opportunity to be heard. Together, we’ll work towards a solution that works for both.