Compassionate individual and relationship counselling. Whether you're facing relationship challenges, intimacy issues, or personal growth obstacles, our personalised therapy sessions provide a safe, supportive environment. Book your confidential appointment with our experienced therapists today.
Welcome to Intimacy Counselling
Trusted NZ Counselling Support for Over 20 years
At Intimacy Counselling, we offer a warm, confidential space to support you. Our experienced therapists are here for you, whether you prefer face-to-face sessions at our Remuera office or convenient online therapy. With a diverse team specialising in various areas, we’re dedicated to helping you navigate your journey with care and understanding.
If your relationship feels distant, disconnected, or stuck, you're not alone. Many couples go through periods where intimacy fades—emotionally, physically, or both.
Intimacy counselling provides a safe, supportive space to understand what’s happening and begin reconnecting in a meaningful way.
Why relationships and intimacy matter for wellbeing
New Zealand Government confirms that relationship counselling is a recognised support service available across the country, reflecting its importance in maintaining healthy families and wellbeing
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora emphasises that mental wellbeing—including relationships and connection—is a key part of overall health
Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand highlights that strong relationships are one of the most important protective factors for mental health
What this means for you:
Your relationship health and intimacy are not “extra” issues—they are central to emotional, mental, and even physical wellbeing.
Helping you reconnect, rebuild closeness, and feel understood again.
Are You Experiencing?
Feeling more like roommates than partners
Little or no physical intimacy
Avoiding meaningful conversations
Ongoing tension or unresolved conflict
Feeling unseen, unheard, or disconnected
These experiences are more common than you might think—and they can change.
When relationship or intimacy support is needed
According to New Zealand guidance and clinical practice, people commonly seek counselling for:
Communication breakdowns
Loss of emotional or physical intimacy
Ongoing conflict or resentment
Infidelity or trust issues
Mismatched desire or sexual concerns
These are common and treatable challenges—not signs that a relationship has failed.
RNZ notes that couples often seek therapy for issues like intimacy, communication, and mismatched expectations, and that specialised sex therapy can be particularly helpful for sexual concerns
What this means for you:
If things feel disconnected, stuck, or strained, you are not alone—and it can change.
How We Can Help
Together, we work to:
Rebuild emotional and physical intimacy
Improve communication and reduce conflict
Understand patterns that create distance
Restore trust and emotional safety
Create a stronger, more connected relationship
What Happens in a Session?
Sessions are calm, structured, and focused on helping both partners feel heard without judgement.
We explore what’s happening beneath the surface and work step-by-step toward reconnection.
There is no blame—only understanding and progress.
Learn More
What is intimacy in a relationship
Signs of a lack of intimacy
How to rebuild emotional connection
Why intimacy fades over time
Start Reconnecting
You don’t have to wait until things feel worse. Many couples begin to feel shifts within just a few sessions.
Book your first session today.