INICIO is the latin word for inspire- It also means beginnings

Couples Relationship therapy and Psychosexual therapy with Michelle Tan

I am a qualified Relationship and Psychosexual Therapist based in Winchester, offering support to individuals and couples navigating emotional, relational, and sexual difficulties, working with you face to face or online where I can reach people where distance is a challenge. I have experience working across the NHS, charity sector, and private practice, and I provide individual counselling, couples therapy, pre-marital relationship counselling, marriage counselling, psychotherapy, and psychosexual (sex) therapy.

Contact me to book your introductory appointment here.

Supporting you and your relationships

Michelle Tan, College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists, COSRT, Psychotherapist, Winchester, SO23, Winnie the Pooh

Welcome! Congratulations on your courage to look for a change or resolve issues in your life or relationship.

Reaching out for support is a brave and meaningful first step on the path to healing. Seeking support when life is presenting challenges can be quite daunting and you may have some worries about sharing your feelings, particularly discussing sexual issues.

Is it too late for therapy?

I hear this question often. The honest answer is if you are here and open to giving therapy a real try, then it is probably not too late.

Therapy is a collaborative process, and if you are willing to commit, we’ll work together to address the issues and find a path forward. That said, starting sooner rather than later often leads to better outcomes; so the earlier you reach out to me, the more space and time we have to make real progress.

It’s not uncommon for individuals to face sexual difficulties at some point in their lives. These can be addressed and overcome through counselling. My goal is to help individuals and couples reconnect with the part of themselves that can sometimes be lost in a partnership.

I provide tailored treatment plans for individuals and couples dealing with sexual/conflict issues, incorporating Easy to Use Techniques that can be practiced privately at home. While I bring empathy and openness, I also believe in solutions and resolutions. My aim is to help you move forward. Whether that’s gaining clarity, breaking unhelpful patterns of behaviour, or building more fulfilling ways of relating to yourself and others; rebuilding confidence, intimacy, and a loving, intimate connection.

We can even start early in your relationship to try to prevent issues arising. In Pre-Marital Relationship Counselling, we will explore beneficial communication tools and strategies to prepare for a healthy, lasting relationship. Providing a safe and neutral space for couples to discuss and align on important aspects of their future, helping to identify and address potential conflicts before they become serious issue

Therapy for the individual

I offer tailored therapy which will evolve to meet your unique relationship or psychosexul needs as an individual. I provide one-on-one guidance and support.

Relationship Therapy

I support people in relationships of all types and all stages, be they traditional monogomous or more open relationships, supporting you as you seek to resolve the issues that prevent you all being happy. Pre-Marital Relationship Counselling helps to prepare for a healthy, lasting relationship.

Online Therapy

I have lots of experience of working with clients online. This approach offers lots of flexibility and helps me to work with clients who have difficulty in travelling to my Therapy Room in Winchester.

LGBTQIA+

I welcome diversity in my practice, working with straight, gay or lesbian individuals and couples, or those in polyamorous relationships.

A Comprehensive and Tailored Approach – Designed for you

As an integrative therapist, I draw from a range of therapy models to take a holistic approach taking into account your mental, physical, and emotional well-being, along with your personal experiences, cultural background, faith, and values, hence treatment looks different from person to person, couple to couple, depending on each person’s unique needs and preferences.

“Healing cannot truly happen unless we unearth both the conscious and unconscious beliefs, thoughts, and feelings within you.“

Together, we’ll gain insight into each of you as individuals, as well as your relationship itself. Understanding more about each other and your dynamic will help us move forward in the therapeutic process, which will in turn help to heal your issues and relationship.

I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment for you to be heard, where I believe the relationship between us is the key to supporting you in your journey.