Couples Counselling Services | Relationship Support by Counselling Experts
Are you facing challenges in your relationship? Relationships, no matter how strong, can encounter hurdles that feel overwhelming. At Counselling Experts, we specialise in relationship counselling and couples counselling to help you and your partner rebuild trust, enhance communication, and deepen your connection. Whether you’re navigating recurring arguments, infidelity, intimacy issues, life transitions, or parenting challenges, our expert professional relationship support is here to guide you.
With extensive experience helping couples resolve conflict and reconnect, Claire Russell MSc. BSc. and Shane Murphy BSc. BA. create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you and your partner can explore your concerns and work towards a stronger, healthier relationship. Whether you prefer online couples counselling or in-person sessions, we are here to support you.
Why Choose Couples Counselling with Counselling Experts?
At Counselling Experts, our relationship therapists and psychotherapists are dedicated to helping couples overcome challenges and build lasting connections. Here’s what sets our services apart:
- Experienced Professionals: With years of expertise, Claire Russell MSc. BSc. and Shane Murphy BSc. BA. provide evidence-based techniques tailored to your relationship’s unique needs.
- Safe and Supportive Environment: Our sessions are confidential and judgement-free, ensuring both partners feel respected and heard.
- Flexible Therapy Options: We offer remote therapy and online couples therapy for convenience and in-person therapy for deeper face-to-face connection.
- Holistic Approach: Combining counselling, psychotherapy, mind coaching and nutrition services provided by Claire Russell MSc. BSc., we address the emotional, mental and physical aspects of your relationship for comprehensive support.
Benefits of Online and In-Person Couples Therapy
We provide both online couples therapy and in-person counselling sessions to accommodate your preferences and lifestyle. Each format offers unique advantages:
Benefits of Online Couples Therapy
- Convenience: Join sessions from the comfort of your home, or a private location, eliminating travel time and stress.
- Accessibility: Ideal for couples in remote areas or those with busy schedules.
- Confidentiality: Secure, private, and encrypted platforms ensure your privacy is maintained.
- Flexibility: Easily fit therapy into your routine, even if you and your partner are in different locations or you are in different time zone locations
Benefits of In-Person Couples Therapy
- Personal Connection: Face-to-face sessions foster deeper rapport through nonverbal communication and body language.
- Dedicated Space: Our relationship and Couples counselling rooms in East Cork, Cork City, Limerick, County Limerick and West Limerick offer a calm, neutral environment for meaningful discussions, conflict resolution, solution focused outcomes.
- Enhanced Focus: Being physically present reduces distractions, allowing for more productive sessions.
Common Relationship Challenges We Address
Our relationship counselling services are designed to address a wide range of challenges, including:
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Communication Issues
Poor communication can lead to misunderstandings, constant arguments, and feelings of disconnection. Whether you feel unheard or misunderstood, improving communication is key to resolving conflicts.
- How Couples Counselling Helps:
- Develop active listening skills to truly understand each other.
- Learn effective ways to express your needs and emotions.
- Resolve conflicts without criticism or blame.
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Trust Issues and Betrayal
Recovering from infidelity or broken trust is challenging but possible with the right support. Trust issues can stem from secrecy, dishonesty, or unresolved past experiences.
- How Couples Counselling Helps:
- Provide a safe space for honest conversations.
- Identify the root causes of betrayal and work towards resolution.
- Rebuild trust through accountability and boundaries.
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Intimacy and Emotional Disconnection
Feeling emotionally or physically disconnected can leave you and your partner feeling isolated.
- How Couples Counselling Helps:
- Reignite intimacy with proven strategies.
- Address underlying issues such as stress or anxiety affecting your connection.
- Foster emotional closeness and deepen your bond.
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Life Transitions and Stress in Relationships
Major life changes such as retirement, job loss, or starting a family can place strain on relationships.
- How Couples Counselling Helps:
- Guide you through stressful transitions with empathy and practical tools.
- Align your goals and strengthen teamwork.
- Promote mutual understanding during periods of change.
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Parenting Challenges
Parenting can create conflicts over roles, responsibilities, or differing styles.
- How Couples Counselling Helps:
- Find common ground and shared approaches to parenting.
- Address conflicts around time management and responsibilities.
- Reduce stress and improve family dynamics.
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Blended Family Dynamics
Blending families can be complicated, involving relationships with children, stepchildren, and ex-partners.
- How Couples Counselling Helps:
- Navigate the complexities of step-parenting.
- Resolve conflicts and set clear boundaries.
- Strengthen your relationship as a couple while supporting the family unit.
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Mental Health Challenges Affecting Relationships
Relationship struggles are often intertwined with mental health challenges such as:
- Anxiety, depression, and stress.
- Low self-esteem and lack of confidence.
- PTSD or trauma impacting relationship dynamics.
- Anger management issues.
Our experienced therapists will help you address these challenges, promoting emotional wellbeing and a healthier partnership.
Meet Your Couples Counselling & Relationship Experts
Claire Russell MSc. BSc.
A highly qualified integrative psychotherapist, clinical medical hypnotherapist, mind coach, and registered nutritionist, Claire integrates mental, emotional and physical health into her highly successful couples counselling approach. Her solution focused, compassionate guidance helps couples overcome their challenges, and build fulfilling relationships. Claire works with couples in Limerick, Co Limerick Co Cork, and Online.
Shane Murphy BSc. BA.
Shane specialises in relationship therapy and creating safe, empathetic spaces for couples to explore their challenges. His practical approach equips couples with the tools they need to reconnect. Shane offers therapy in East Cork, Cork City, and Online.
Additional Benefits of Couples Counselling
- Reignite Emotional and Physical Intimacy: Strengthen the bond that brought you together.
- Resolve Conflicts Effectively: Break free from destructive patterns and learn healthy ways to resolve disagreements.
- Improve Mental Health: Reduce stress, anxiety, and relationship-related depression.
- Develop Shared Goals: Build a stronger foundation for the future.
Take the First Step to a Stronger Relationship
Rebuilding your relationship is possible with professional guidance. At Counselling Experts, Claire Russell MSc. BSc. and Shane Murphy BSc. BA. are here to help you reconnect, communicate, and create a fulfilling partnership.
📞 Contact Claire (West Limerick, East Cork & Online): 087 616 6638 or 087 716 8844
📞 Contact Shane (East Cork, Cork City & Online): 086 894 7322
Visit us at https://www.counsellingexperts.ie to book your session and take the first step towards a healthier, happier relationship.
Contact us today to arrange a call back to discuss how we can help