Relationship Coaching FAQ

Is Relationship Coaching the same as couple counselling or marriage guidance?

Relationship coaching, following the togethertogether approach, combines elements of coaching and counselling. Its purpose is to enable clients to improve their relationship. It may be seen as an alternative to marriage guidance for some couples. Relationship coaching can benefit partners experiencing difficulty in their relationship, it can also benefit partners in a good, sound relationship who simply want to improve their relationship further.

Can relationship coaching help people considering divorce?

Relationship coaching seeks to help a couple improve their relationship. Sometimes, couples considering divorce may find themselves brought closer together through relationship coaching. For some couples, separation or divorce may be considered better than continuing the relationship as at present. A relationship coach will support both partners through such times but the coach is not there to encourage or support divorce, any such actions must be with the agreement of both partners.

Is relationship coaching expensive?

The cost of relationship coaching financially is on a par with other independent professional approaches. Costs can be negotiated with your coach and will reflect both the time and the skills your coach brings to the sessions. Sessions can be arranged over periods of time to best suit you and your financial situation. If your relationship is important, what price would you put on improving it?

What qualifications does a relationship coach have?

A relationship coach is a fully qualified coach who is trained in dealing with people and issues. In addition to diploma or certificate training, a relationship coach has a desire to support clients improve their lives through improving their relationship.

What about children?

All clients of a relationship coach must be over 18 years of age. A child cannot be involved in coaching without the consent and presence of one or more adult with parental rights. In relationship coaching sessions, partners will be encouraged to consider the needs of any children in their relationship and to consult with the children.

Can relationship coaching be of use to same-sex relationships?

Your relationship coach is not prejudiced against or in favour of any type of relationship. Same sex partners may, therefore, find benefit from relationship coaching

Is relationship coaching available in my area?

The togethertogether approach is currently only available in the UK. If you live in the UK, please contact Douglas Woods to find out more. If you live outside the UK, please see the advertisements on this page and other pages of this site for coaching organisations that may be able to help.