The Hove Counselling Practice releases evidence-based guide on online therapy for busy Brighton and Hove couples, addressing time scarcity, high living costs, and scheduling conflicts while demonstrating 70-80 percent effectiveness rates.
-- The Hove Counselling Practice has released an evidence-based benefits guide examining online therapy for busy couples in Brighton and Hove. The resource addresses specific barriers—including time scarcity, high living costs, and scheduling conflicts—that prevent couples from accessing relationship support in the region. Research cited in the guide indicates that online couples therapy demonstrates effectiveness rates of 70 to 80 percent, establishing the credibility of virtual interventions as a viable alternative to traditional face-to-face counselling.
More details can be found at https://thehovecounsellingpractice.co.uk
Brighton and Hove couples face unique pressures that make this guide particularly timely. According to Money Wellness (2025), 28 percent of respondents reported their relationship suffered due to money worries, while Relate (2017) found that over a quarter of UK adults (26 percent) experienced relationship strain from financial concerns. With Brighton and Hove's cost of living significantly above the UK average—driven by housing costs and commuter strain linked to London-based employment—local couples experience both urgency and obstacles when seeking traditional therapy. High rental prices and demanding professional schedules create stressors that require intervention, yet travel time and expensive in-person sessions often prevent access to support.
Virtual therapy eliminates these barriers by removing commute requirements and scheduling inflexibility. Transportation issues account for approximately 20 percent of missed therapy appointments, while scheduling conflicts contribute to over 25 percent of missed sessions. Online sessions eliminate 30 to 60 minutes of travel time per appointment, along with parking costs and the logistical friction of coordinating two busy professionals' calendars. For couples unable to commit to weekly sessions, emerging alternatives such as intensive marathon therapy offer concentrated support over a weekend rather than months of coordination.
Cost-effectiveness represents another significant advantage for couples in high cost-of-living areas. Online couples therapy typically costs less than traditional in-person counselling. and this, combined with eliminating travel expenses, creates meaningful accessibility in a region where financial strain is common. Research from NHS studies indicates that online therapy reduces overall treatment time and waiting periods, further improving cost-effectiveness from a healthcare value perspective.
The Hove Counselling Practice employs an integrative therapeutic approach combining Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Attachment-Based Therapy. Lead therapist Claire Sainsbury brings specialist qualifications and expertise in couples work, particularly addressing breadwinner stress—a common presenting issue in Brighton's high-pressure work culture. The practice offers both online and face-to-face options, giving couples flexibility in choosing their preferred modality based on individual circumstances and needs.
Couples considering online therapy should assess readiness by evaluating mutual commitment, technological capability, private space availability, and scheduling capacity. Verifying therapist credentials through registration with BACP, UKCP, or similar accredited bodies ensures professional standards. Specialised needs—such as LGBTQ+-affirming therapy or psychosexual expertise—may require practitioners with specific training. Initial assessment typically spans one to three sessions, with most couples therapy requiring eight to twenty sessions to see significant progress and evaluate therapeutic fit effectively. The guide recommends that couples maximise outcomes by creating dedicated therapy spaces, eliminating distractions, and implementing strategies discussed during sessions.
For more information, visit https://thehovecounsellingpractice.co.uk
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Name: Claire Sainsbury
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Organization: The Hove Counselling Practice
Address: 126 Shirley Street , Hove, East Sussex BN3 3WG, United Kingdom
Website: https://thehovecounsellingpractice.co.uk
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