Patsy Ryz

I have over 35 years’ experience of work in a variety of settings in the NHS, Voluntary Sector and in Private Practice. I offer services to Couples, to Parents and to Individuals wanting to think about their couple relationship. These range from long term work to briefer interventions, depending on what is appropriate, but whether you come to see me as a parent, as a couple or as an individual you will be met with a calm, thoughtful, interested and supportive approach as we explore difficult issues together. Relationships can sometimes feel overwhelming and frustrating. You may feel angry, helpless or bewildered in the face of particular difficulties. You may feel stuck in unhelpful patterns of communication that cause pain and distress both to you and your partner. In such circumstances it can be hard to believe that someone else will understand how you feel. But couple therapy can help with all kinds of relationship issues such as • conflict, • depression, • stress, • anxiety, • intimacy, • bereavement, • infidelity, • divorce and separation. • pregnancy and the transition to parenthood The challenges of being a parent /carer are often greatly underestimated. Each stage brings with it its own concerns and certain times can be particularly trying. It can therefore be very helpful to be able to think with someone about tricky issues that you may face on a daily basis or about more serious difficulties that may seem quite entrenched.