Counselling for heartbreak and emotional recovery
They’re gone – and you can’t believe it’s really happening. Each morning you wake to the fresh pain of realising they’re not in your life any more.
No matter how hard you try, you can’t get them out of your mind. You keep thinking of all the amazing times you had together, and it’s making your life a nightmare to continually be reminded of what you no longer have.
Right now, it might feel like nothing and nobody could ever help you feel better. But what about that quiet voice of hope that comes from deep within you? The one that says you can get through this, and become a stronger person? The one that prompted you to search and find this website?
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As a therapist, I use a variety of methods to help you change the way you think about your ex, and let go of those painful feelings that are preventing you from moving on.
The way I work is far more than ‘just talking about it’. Together, we can re-train your thought processes so you’re no longer a prisoner of those old memories, as you build a new sense of confidence within yourself and realise there’s a big new life out there waiting for you.
Navigating the transitions after a long-term relationship
Breakups aren’t just emotional – they’re transitional. After a long-term relationship ends, you may have to navigate through different routines and living arrangements, and even your sense of identity can be impacted.
Counselling offers a space to grieve what was and honour what mattered, explore who you are now outside the relationship, and rebuild your self-esteem and emotional independence. You can learn how to make choices rooted in self-worth, rather than fear or simply out of old habits, and create new routines that support your healing.
This can be a time of positive transformation – and with the right support, it can become a powerful turning point.
Breakup Counselling – A Case Study*
Marie came to see me, totally heartbroken after her husband of 25 years left her for another woman. At the age of 52, she was already going through major transitions of her own, with menopause to deal with, plus the prospect of her eldest about to leave for uni.
She was devastated; life as she knew it felt like it was being ripped away from her, leaving her like an empty shell.
We worked through it, and she began to realise that far from being the rosy picture she was creating in her mind, the relationship had actually been toxic for a long time and wasn’t doing her any good at all.
Counselling provided a safe, neutral space to talk to somebody, as she didn’t want to talk to friends or family in case word somehow got back to him or their children.
We also utilised CBT and mindfulness techniques so that she could gain control of her thought processes and think more rationally about the situation, together with gentle relaxing hypnotherapy to help her let go of the cloud of emotion that was fogging her brain and stopping her from moving forward.
She realised she was much stronger than she ever thought she could be, and proceeded to build up a new life for herself. Her actions followed her thoughts, and she enrolled in her local gym, making new friends, dropping 15lbs, and feeling healthier and happier than ever. So much so, that when he eventually tried to get back into her life, she had absolutely no qualms about saying NO!
How therapy can help with heartbreak
As a qualified and experienced BACP-registered counsellor, I offer a safe, neutral, non-judgmental space to process grief and loss without pressure or shame.
Together we can explore why this breakup hurts so deeply, and what patterns may exist to keep reinforcing the pain. It’s my aim to help you rebuild your trust in yourself, developing emotional resilience, and releasing any guilt, anger, or confusion that may be holding you back.
Whether you’re recovering from a long-term relationship, a toxic dynamic, or an unexpected ending, therapy can help you move from heartbreak to healing.
CBT to help you reframe and rebuild after a breakup
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a powerful tool for identifying unhelpful thought patterns and replacing them with healthier, more empowering beliefs. We can explore how your inner dialogue may be reinforcing needless pain and suffering, and gently shift it toward self-compassion and clarity.
Hypnotherapy for heartbreak – Emotional release and closure
Hypnotherapy can support deep emotional healing by accessing the subconscious mind. It’s especially helpful for clients who feel stuck in grief, guilt, or anxiety. In a safe and guided space, you’ll be supported to release emotional blocks and create new inner pathways for peace and self-worth.
NLP for breakups – Rewiring emotional responses
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) helps you change the way you respond to memories, triggers, and emotional patterns. Using gentle techniques, we’ll work to reframe your experience of the breakup and build new emotional anchors to empower you and increase your inner sense of confidence.
How to get over an ex – My approach
I blend evidence-based techniques with compassionate listening, tailored to your emotional needs. Sessions may include narrative therapy to help you reframe your story, somatic tools for grounding and emotional regulation, and lifestyle coaching to support daily healing.
Online sessions are available for flexibility and privacy.
Online therapy for heartbreak – what are the benefits?
Online therapy can offer the same depth of connection and emotional support as in-person sessions, with the added flexibility and comfort of being able to access therapy from your own chosen safe space.
Whether you’re navigating a busy schedule, living in a rural area, or simply feel safer opening up from your own familiar setting, online sessions make healing more accessible.
Benefits of online therapy include flexible scheduling, convenience, access from anywhere, more emotional ease, and confidential secure sessions. No matter where you are in the UK, online therapy allows you to receive consistent, compassionate support—wherever you are on your healing journey.
Counselling after a breakup – Who is this for?
This service is ideal for anyone who feels overwhelmed by a breakup or emotional separation, struggles with obsessive thoughts or emotional flashbacks, wants to heal from a past relationship before entering a new one, or is ready to let go but doesn’t know how.
Ready to begin?
You deserve support that honours your pain and empowers your healing. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me, to discuss things further.
*Case study anonymised and shared with permission