Couples in Crisis

We believe in the Talking Approach for everyone. From talking things through to talkings out and everything in between.

We can help you communicate your thoughts and feelings more clearly, both to yourself and those around you.

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Why the Talking Approach?

If you relate to any of these problems, we’re here to help…

  • You struggle to see a way through the challenges you face in your relationship
  • You find it difficult to tackle problems in a complicated relationship
  • You’re having financial or intimacy problems
  • You’re juggling your own problems with those of your children or family situation
  • You’re juggling your own problems with those of your children or family situation
  • You’re trying to push past an incident such as an affair or bereavement
  • You have a healthy relationship but would like guidance to help you get back on track
  • You want immediate, specialist help in your relationship but are unsure where to turn

About Us

Anne-Maria Slater is a highly motivated senior psychotherapist and counsellor, with a wealth of experience specialising in providing drive, belief and commitment to maximise the potential of all individuals and couples in crisis. 


With an integrative approach she can facilitate the development of your partnerships, no matter how strong they are. By tailoring her bespoke packages of support to suit your specific needs, we can help restore your hopes, fears and vulnerabilities. 


Together, let’s commence a new journey to a healthier way of living. 

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Take the first step to getting back on track - get in touch today

How we can help you…

Our unique intervention provides the help and support your relationship needs to break down every wall endangering your connection, leaving you free to start to love again. 


Do you suffer from poor communication, a lack of trust, or constant arguments where you don’t feel heard? 


With our caring, supportive, and non-judgemental environment, we can help you transform your relationship so you can settle back into that harmonious bond.

Starting your journey is easy, book an apponitment online

Our process...

We have all the tools you need to manage your therapy on the go. From video chats to text, flexible and continual arrangements for separated couples and good old-fashioned email or telephone therapy. 


Our bespoke support packages are here to fit around you, meaning there’s no reason for life to get in the way of your relationship problems. 

Move forward and enhance the way you communicate

What to expect from our intensive approach…

  • An initial couples assessment
  • Specialist therapeutic counselling sessions
  • Individual therapy 
  • Couples focused coaching
  • Constant ongoing support via telephone, skype and text
  • A minimum of 10 sessions (from Zoom calls to 1:1 help in our office)
  • A unique workable ‘blueprint’ for you to take and use in your future relationships
  • You’ll learn new ways to communicate with others

Our intensive packages can be designed to suit your distinct emotional and practical needs.

Feel empowered with your new range of skills, abilities and valuable life changing communication techniques.


 Take that first step today...

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Be brave and take the first step to re-building bridges you were afraid you’d lost forever.

"It’s never too late to turn things around, to turn a desperate, broken situation into a positive and nurturing one."

Anne-Maria SURNAME, The Talking Approach

“We can't thank Couples In Crisis enough, it saved our marriage, stopped the arguments and developed trust and respect in each of us once more.”


S&B - Wakefield

“Our relationship was in tatters, we couldn't communicate and felt we had come to the end of the road. Couples in Crisis helped us to talk, reconnect and fall in love again.”


Miss R & Mr M - Leeds

Trust us, we know what we’re doing...

There’s no lonelier place to be than in a situation that feels too big to solve on your own. 


If you’re looking to reconnect with a loved one, the Talking Approach can set up a bespoke package, blending specialist counselling techniques with negotiation and mediation. We ensure you get what you need without the stress of working it out yourself. 

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Take those first few steps on the road to recovery. No stage is too late to save a relationship, the earlier you come to me the better. 

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Start your journey today, move forward and enhance the way you communicate with others.

Clinics available in Ilkley and Leeds

Online/Telephone/Zoom/Skype

Unit 11, International Development Centre, Valley Drive, Ilkley, LS29 8AL

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