Our Locations - Cobham

Ellen Jameson

Couple Therapy Cobham

“Hello! My name is Ellen, and I’m a fully qualified and experienced relationship therapist for individuals and couples. My approach to therapy is flexible which ensures I try and meet the unique needs of those who come to see me. I work in a confidential and sensitive way, in an environment that is open, warm, relaxed and supportive. I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Relationship Therapy and I’m a Registered Member of BACP, which means I adhere to their ethical guidelines.

There are a variety of reasons why people choose to come to couple therapy. Some are struggling to manage conflict, others have grown apart and wish to rekindle their connection. Others wish to work through an affair or gain clarity about whether to continue in the relationship. Some, have decided to separate and are seeking support in doing so respectfully, to name just a few. I will work with you to realise your aspirations for your individual relationship.

Equally, there are many issues for which people seek support as individuals. I have worked extensively with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, healing from trauma, and many other problems. People who have consulted with me in the past, often tell me that they feel at ease with me, and that they value the different understandings they gained from counselling. These understandings they used to create change in their lives and relationships.

Qualifications

• Post Graduate Diploma in Relationship Therapy (University of Hull)
• Diploma in Narrative Therapy (Distinction, Open College)
• Post Graduate Certificate in Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Well-Being (Merit, Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust)
• Certificate of Qualification as Relate Counsellor (Relate Institute)

Background/experience

I am originally from Seattle, Washington, USA and have lived in London and Surrey for over 40 years. Prior to becoming a Counsellor, I worked in the City where I gained extensive knowledge and experience of relationships and the pressures and stresses of working life. I was a Counsellor for Relate from 2008-12 and have been in private practice since 2013. I am the mother of adult twins.

How I can help you 

• I will listen to your stories and hopes with respect and compassion, without judgement and with your unique aspirations in mind. I will not only sit in silence as a sounding board. Instead, I take an active role in offering observations, insights, and practical tools to help you create the change you desire.
• I will work with you and at your pace. We will talk about what is important for you to talk about, rather than me setting the agenda.
• We will take a collaborative approach, ensuring that our work together is on track for what you wish to achieve. Often, the focus of the work changes and evolves over the course of counselling and I will check with you that things are moving in directions that you’re finding useful and helpful.
• I always try to be as flexible as possible to cater for your schedules and lifestyles. This may involve offering sessions at times that are convenient for you or adjusting the frequency of our meetings as you progress through counselling. I will accommodate your individual requirements for the counselling process based on what is helpful for you.
• I do not conceive that the problems people face are the result of personal failings or deficits. Rather, I see them as being created by often complex factors outside of ourselves that we are attempting to navigate.

Types of therapy offered

• Couples Therapy
• Marriage Counselling
• Relationship Counselling
• Individual Therapy
• Narrative Therapy

If you would like to make booking to see Ellen for Couple Therapy Cobham. Please use this link to book or click the book now button below

Shireen MacLennan

Marriage Counselling Cobham

Hello, I’m Shireen, a dedicated couples counsellor with a background in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I’m a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), and I feel privileged to support couples in moving beyond conflict, emotional distance and unhelpful patterns of communication.

I use CBT-informed tools and techniques to help couples understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours impact the dynamics of their relationship. Together, we’ll identify what’s keeping you stuck, whether that’s recurring arguments, trust issues, or emotional disconnection – and begin building healthier, more connected ways of relating.

My approach to marriage counselling  is compassionate, collaborative and goal-focused. I’m not here just to explore problems, I’m here to help you create meaningful, lasting change in your relationship.

Qualifications

Postgraduate Certificate in Existential Psychotherapy and Counselling – New School of Existential Psychotherapy, London (including a dedicated term in CBT theory and practice)

Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Psychodynamic and Existential Therapy

Background & Experience

Before becoming a therapist, I worked in high-pressure environments including political organisations, the Palace of Westminster, advertising agencies and trade unions. While it might seem an unusual path into counselling, these roles gave me a deep understanding of people’s diverse needs and how relationships function in complex settings.

Over time, I realised my true calling was supporting people on a more personal, meaningful level. That insight led me to retrain in psychotherapy and counselling, and I’ve never looked back.

Today, I bring warmth, emotional intelligence and real-world insight into every session, creating a supportive space where you can better understand each other and themselves.

Types of Therapy Offered

• Couple Therapy
• Marriage Counselling
• Existential Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Compassion-Focused Therapy
• Person-Centred Therapy

How I Can Help You

Couples counselling isn’t just about solving problems, it’s about helping you build a stronger, more connected partnership where both people feel heard, supported and emotionally safe.

Whether you’re navigating infidelity, parenting pressures, cultural differences or ongoing conflict, I’ll guide you with compassion and structure. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s happening between you and start working towards real, lasting change.

• Improve communication so you feel heard and understood

I’ll introduce simple, evidence-based tools to help you express your needs clearly and listen more openly to each other. We’ll explore common communication traps and practise new ways of speaking and responding that build connection instead of conflict.

• Reduce conflict and tension

We’ll look at what’s triggering arguments and why things escalate. I’ll help you both understand your emotional reactions and learn calming techniques so disagreements become more productive and less painful.

• Rebuild trust and emotional safety

If your relationship has been impacted by betrayal, secrecy or emotional distance, we’ll work gently and gradually to repair the rupture. I’ll support you in having honest conversations, setting clear boundaries, and rebuilding trust step by step.

• Break out of negative cycles and stuck dynamics

Many couples fall into patterns where the same problems keep resurfacing. We’ll work together to spot those cycles, understand what drives them, and replace them with more constructive ways of relating.

• Explore and challenge assumptions or limiting beliefs

Sometimes, hidden beliefs about ourselves or our partner can keep us stuck. I’ll help you bring these into the open, reflect on where they come from, and shift the narrative so it better supports your relationship.

• Develop healthier, more supportive ways of relating

We’ll explore what each of you needs to feel secure, loved and valued. I’ll guide you in creating new habits of connection, from the way you respond during conflict, to the way you show appreciation and care in everyday life.

• Strengthen emotional connection and intimacy

I’ll help you reconnect emotionally, rebuild your bond and explore ways to bring back warmth, closeness and affection – even if it’s been missing for a while.

• Build resilience as a couple when times are tough

Whether you’re dealing with external stressors like work, family or health, or internal issues like drifting apart, I’ll support you in developing tools and perspectives that help you navigate challenges together, not against each other.

You don’t need to have it all figured out before starting therapy, just a willingness to explore, reflect and take small steps forward. I’ll be with you every step of the way.

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