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Therapy for Couples Managing Depression

Online appointments available now.

Supporting couples where depression is affecting the relationship

Depression doesn't just affect the individual. It can place real strain on a relationship, making communication harder, connection feel distant, and leave both partners feeling isolated or misunderstood. Our specialist programme of couples therapy for depression is designed to help.

couple chatting in between the Couples Therapy for Depression sessions.

Couples therapy for depression

Therapy for Couples Managing Depression is a specialist structured programme of around 20 sessions, designed specifically for couples where depression is a significant factor affecting one or both partners.

The programme combines supportive counselling with evidence-based cognitive behavioural interventions — working with both the experience of depression and its impact on the relationship.

Couples therapy for depression
- is it right for you?

This programme may be suitable for you if:

  • You are together as a couple and committed to working on the relationship

  • One or both of you is experiencing mild to moderate depression

  • Relationship difficulties may be a factor. Perhaps you feel isolated from each other, communication has become difficult, or you feel mutually misunderstood

This programme is not suitable where there are:

  • unresolved secrets, such as an undisclosed affair

  • more severe mental health conditions present

  • concerns around coercive or controlling behaviour, significant substance misuse, or active self-harm

  • you are separating or living apart

If you're unsure whether this programme is right for you, we can help you find the most appropriate support. Get in touch.

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How can Therapy for Couples Managing Depression help you?

In our Therapy for Couples Managing Depression programme, online counselling sessions focus on reducing stress, strengthening mutual support, improving communication, and exploring patterns within the relationship that may be contributing to or maintaining low mood.

A key principle throughout is balance, supporting the relationship while recognising the individual needs and experiences of each partner.

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couple preparing for Couples Therapy for Depression Programme at Relationships Works.

How does it work?

The couples therapy programme includes practical behavioural exercises and between-session activities, helping couples apply what they're learning to their daily lives.

This is an online counselling programme, making it accessible wherever you are.

Sessions are delivered online via Zoom and are usually weekly. We will find a regular time that works for you.

How much does Therapy for Couples Managing Depression cost?

Our specialist programme of couples therapy for depression, is offered at a flat fee of £95 per session and usually runs to 20 sessions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Therapy for Couples Managing Depression is a specialist structured programme rather than open-ended counselling. It follows an evidence-based approach developed specifically for situations where depression is present in the relationship. If you're unsure which type of support is right for you, we're happy to talk it through.

  • No. The programme is designed for couples where depression is affecting one or both partners. What matters is that relationship difficulties are a factor, and that both partners are committed to working on the relationship together.

  • Our web page above gives details of when this therapy might be suitable and when it isn’t. If you’re not sure it’s for you, the first session will help you learn more about the therapy - and help us understand your situation and whether this therapy programme might be helpful.

    The next two sessions will typically be opportunities for you both to attend individually before meeting again in a joint session. This fourth session is a chance to clarify expectations and next steps, and for you and your counsellor to reflect together on your situation and how helpful this particular approach is for you, whether adjustments are needed, or whether a different type of support might be appropriate.

  • The programme consists of around 20 sessions, each 50 minutes long.

  • At present we are offering this programme online via Zoom. Many couples find online relationship counselling works very well. You can attend from the comfort of your own home, which can make it easier to open up and fit sessions around busy lives.

  • In addition to being fully trained as a relationship counsellor, the counsellor will be trained in Couples Therapy for Depression (CTfD).

  • Get in touch with our team and we'll arrange a first appointment.

  • Couples therapy for depression is offered at a flat fee of £95 per session. A typical course runs to around 20 sessions.

What our clients say…

  • “It was a true relationship lifeline… [they] helped us to listen to one another, and acknowledge both of our struggles. Our therapist was so respectful, calm, open, friendly and was a true joy to work with. I don't think we would have made it without them.”

  • “As soon as I had the first session with her the relief I felt was enormous.”

  • “It proved to be extremely impactful and important for both of us and helped us hugely. Sessions were well organised, meaningful and great value for money.”