Relate’s Chat with a counsellor is an affordable and easy-to-access service that gives you the chance to get something off your chest, quickly. Your counsellor will also tell you about other services or resources that might help you with the problem you’re facing.
We’ll do our best to see you for a chat about the issue you’re facing in your relationship on the same day, over Zoom or the phone. At busier times this might be a longer wait, of up to 48 hours. Chat with a counsellor is a 25-minute appointment for £30.
Who is Relate?
Relate is the largest provider of relationship support in England and Wales and we help millions of people every year to strengthen the relationships that mean the most to them.
We have centres across England and Wales and a network of licensed local counsellors offering counselling in person, over the phone, and online.
What is chat with a counsellor?
Chat with a counsellor is a solution-focused 25-minute session with a Relate trained counsellor, who can help you to unpack the situation you’re currently facing. The session takes place over the phone or Zoom depending on what you’re most comfortable with, lasts 25 minutes, and costs £30. Our counsellors provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to express your concerns. You'll gain clarity and practical next steps to navigate your journey, and access to resources that can help you further.
What can I chat to a counsellor about?
You can chat with our counsellors about a wide range of issues. The most common ones people come to see us about are:
- Difficulties communicating
- Arguing often
- Trust issues
- Worries about intimacy and sex
- Family dynamics
- Loss and grief
- Planning for the future
- Separation and divorce
- Cheating and infidelity
Who can use chat with a counsellor?
Chat with a counsellor is suitable for individuals over 18, who are based in the UK at the time of their appointment.
I felt relieved as soon as I booked it. I was also really impressed with how insightful my counsellor was from such a short conversation.