Business Details
Trusted Relationship Support Services in Belfast
As Northern Ireland's largest provider of relationship support, we have dedicated ourselves to strengthening relationships and improving lives across diverse communities. With over three decades of collective experience, our certified counsellors have supported 36,026 individuals in 2022/23 alone, addressing challenges in adult relationships, family dynamics, parenting, and youth development. Our evidence-based approach combines personalized counselling with self-help tools, achieving an 86% satisfaction rate where clients rated their counsellors as 'good' or 'excellent'. We serve all ages, backgrounds, and orientations, offering specialized services including sex therapy, teen counselling, and co-parenting support.Through strategic partnerships and community outreach, we extend our impact to civil service employees, seafarers, and vulnerable populations. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through rigorous service evaluation and continuous improvement. As a registered charity (nic102102) and company (NI 032111), we maintain transparency in operations while advocating for healthier relationships as a foundation for stronger communities. Our recent merger with Family Meditation expands our holistic service offerings, complemented by educational podcasts and training programs. We remain dedicated to evolving our services to meet emerging relationship challenges in modern society.
Services
Adult Relationship Counselling
Individual Counselling
Family Counselling
Teen Counselling
Sex Therapy
Co-Parenting Support
Couples Mediation
Self-Help Relationship Tools
Highlights and features
- Northern Ireland's largest relationship support provider
- Certified counsellors with specialist training
- 86% client satisfaction rate in 2022/23
- Tailored programmes for diverse relationship needs
- Evidence-based approach with measurable outcomes
What people say
Fantastic support
Lifeline for relationships
Counsellor listened well
Helpful homework exercises
Improved mental health
Services
Adult Relationship Counselling
Professional support for couples navigating relationship challenges. Our certified counsellors help partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild trust through structured sessions. Evidence-based techniques address specific issues like intimacy problems or life transitions, with measurable outcomes demonstrated by our 86% client satisfaction rate in 2022/23.
Individual Counselling
One-to-one support for adults facing relationship difficulties. Specialists help clients develop self-awareness, emotional resilience, and practical coping strategies. Sessions focus on personal growth and relationship improvement, with many clients reporting significant mental health benefits through our questionnaire-based progress tracking system.
Family Counselling
Structured sessions addressing family dynamics and intergenerational relationships. Our approach helps families resolve conflicts, improve communication, and establish healthier patterns. Services include co-parenting guidance and sibling relationship support, with specialists trained in child development and family systems theory.
Teen Counselling
Specialist support for adolescents navigating relationship challenges. Qualified counsellors address issues like peer pressure, family conflicts, and self-esteem. The programme combines therapeutic techniques with practical tools to help teens develop healthy relationship skills and emotional regulation strategies.
Self-Help Relationship Tools
Accessible digital resources for relationship improvement. Our platform offers evidence-based tools including interactive questionnaires, communication exercises, and educational materials. Available 24/7, these resources complement professional counselling or provide standalone support for common relationship challenges.
Questions
What relationship issues can Relate NI help with?
We address all relationship challenges including communication problems, trust issues, parenting conflicts, and intimacy concerns through tailored counselling programmes.
How do I access counselling services?
Contact our Belfast office to discuss your needs and schedule an initial assessment with a qualified counsellor for couples, individuals, or families.
Are your counsellors qualified?
All our counsellors hold professional certifications and specialist training in relationship therapy, with ongoing supervision to maintain high service standards.
Do you offer online relationship support?
Yes, we provide digital resources including interactive tools and our 'Relationship Hacks' podcast, alongside virtual counselling sessions when appropriate.
How effective is your relationship counselling?
86% of clients in 2022/23 rated their counsellor as 'good' or 'excellent', with many reporting significant improvements in relationship satisfaction and communication skills.
What makes Relate NI different from other services?
As Northern Ireland's largest relationship charity, we combine extensive experience with evidence-based approaches, offering both professional counselling and accessible self-help resources.
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