Elaine Tarsh

I have 18 years of experience helping couples and individuals with relationships and issues around intimacy.

Couples Counselling
Couples counselling offers you both a chance to explore your relationship in a neutral space, think about what you’d like to change, and begin to move forward.

Individual Counselling
Sometimes it’s helpful to explore things independently of your partner. There’s nothing wrong with taking a step back and looking at things as an individual. I provide a non-judgmental, practical, and positive space to do this.

I work with couples and individuals affected by issues such as:
Abuse, affairs and betrayal, anxiety, arguments, bereavement, commitment, communication difficulties, depression, domestic violence, feelings of loss when children leave home, issues with stepfamilies, loss of identity, low self-esteem, parenting, past relationship issues that are affecting the present one, retirement concerns, separation and divorce, sexual differences, sexuality and intimacy problems & cultural differences

Sex and Relationship Therapy
Sexual problems and relationship difficulties are often connected. It is not uncommon for couples to be unhappy with their sexual relationship. I help couples and individuals sensitively explore why these problems have come about and work towards resolving them.

I work with couples and individuals affected by issues such as:
Difficulties reaching orgasm (anorgasmia), delayed/premature ejaculation, problems arising from sexual abuse, erectile difficulties, internet addiction, lack of sexual information, loss of desire, pain during intercourse (dyspareunia) & vaginismus

Sex Addiction Therapy
Some sexual activity can feel ‘out of control’ to a point where, despite trying to stop, many find that they cannot do so. It is hard to deal with these issues alone, even when determined to change behaviour.

Equally, discovering that your partner’s sexual behaviour is out of control can be devastating and isolating. I can help individuals and couples through the challenges associated with these problems sensitively and respectfully.

I work with couples and individuals affected by issues such as:
Compulsive viewing of pornography, sexting, chat lines and webcams, visiting sex workers and escorts, exhibitionism, voyeurism, compulsive masturbation, anonymous sex, and illegal sexual practices.

I offer online counselling, a secure and convenient way of getting the help you need. The service is discreet and can be accessed anywhere you feel comfortable using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. Zoom is a fully encrypted, secure platform for online counselling sessions, so you can be confident that what you say will remain completely private.

Specialist therapy for couples or individuals with relationship issues can help you through those tough and challenging times. Whatever your relationship problems, be they related to life stages or arising from daily life pressures, I am here to help. We can decide on short, medium, or long-term counselling. Together, in a secure, impartial, and non-judgmental space, we can use various approaches tailored to your situation to help guide you towards a positive and successful outcome.

My service is professional, flexible and highly confidential. The first appointment will be an assessment to allow you to get to know me and see whether I can help you. You will find me practical, positive and caring. My priority is making a difference for my clients, and I never take sides.