Lesley Allen

I am a Relate trained counsellor and have an MA in Relationship Therapy. I have been practising since 2007. Relationship therapy allows you to work through problems in your current relationship, look at how past relationships may be affecting your current one and explore ways of improving and strengthening your present relationship as well as future relationships.

I have experience of working with many issues connected with relationships, I offer a safe and non-judgemental space to explore the problems you may be facing. I encourage communication in supporting clients to express their difficulties. Together we explore the familiar negative patterns recognising the triggers that can lead to conflict or withdrawal. I have noticed that once clients have a better understanding of why they, their partners or family members are triggered they are more willing to look for a more assertive and compassionate way to communicate. Subtle adjustments can make a huge difference in the satisfaction of any relationship. Improving communication can help couples re-connect, bringing greater intimacy into the relationship.

Systemic and psychodynamic theory underpin my work. I would describe my practice as integrative believing that there isn't just one therapeutic approach that fits all. I use elements of different approaches to help clients explore and cope with whatever problems they present to me.

Currently I see clients from across the UK using zoom.

Initially I offer a free on-line consultation lasting approximately 30 minutes this is for us to meet one another and for me to answer any questions you may have.

 I am a Relate trained counsellor and have an MA in Relationship Therapy. I  have been practising since 2007. Relationship therapy allows you to work through problems in your current relationship, look at how past relationships may be affecting your current one and explore ways of improving and strengthening your present relationship as well as future relationships.

I have experience of working with many issues connected with relationships, I offer a safe and non-judgemental space to explore the problems you may be facing.  I encourage communication in supporting clients to express their difficulties. Together we explore the familiar negative patterns recognising the triggers that can lead to conflict or withdrawal. I have noticed that once clients have a better understanding of why they, their partners or family members are triggered they are more willing to look for a more assertive and compassionate way to communicate. Subtle adjustments can make a huge difference in the satisfaction of any relationship. Improving communication can help couples re-connect, bringing greater intimacy into the relationship.

Currently I see clients from across the UK using zoom.