Social Prescribing Resource Sheet:
Relationship Counselling

 

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Relationship Counselling

We're sorry to hear you're going through a difficult time. This resource sheet includes a selection of services, tools, and organisations that others have found helpful.

If you require further support in accessing these, or other services, please contact the Social Prescribing Team on 01308 428943 or contact us via our online form.

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Social Prescribing is available at your GP Surgery

If you live in Bridport, Beaminster, Lyme Regis or the wider West Dorset area, you can speak directly with our Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators - no referral needed.

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Relate

Relate is a well-established relationship counselling service with centres in Yeovil and Poundbury. Daytime appointments currently cost £60, while evening appointments are £70.

You can contact Relate directly to discuss your circumstances and the best way to introduce the idea of counselling to your partner.

There is no formal referral pathway required—you can register online or call them directly for more information.

Steps2Wellbeing (NHS Service)

Steps2Wellbeing is the NHS-provided talking therapy service in Dorset and offers relationship counselling free of charge. This service is particularly beneficial for couples whose relationship is affected by low mood or depression, whether in one or both partners.

Your Social Prescriber can refer you to this service, but you can also self-refer using the details below.

Private Counsellors

BACP Therapist Directory

There are many private counsellors available who offer relationship counselling. A useful resource for finding accredited professionals is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) directory. This allows you to search by location, specialism, and type of service. All counsellors listed are BACP-accredited.

Website: Visit the BACP Therapist Directory website

 

Further Information

While we hope you may find something here that supports you, please note that these resources are not all officially endorsed by the NHS. We endeavour to ensure that all listings are accurate and up to date, but please be aware that we cannot guarantee this at all times.

If you are a local service, organisation or group that would like to be included in this guide, please contact us via secure online form or call the PCN Admin Team on 01308 801810 and tell us about your support offering.

Last updated: July 2025.