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WelcomeRelationshiphelp is an organisation focused specifically on the provision of effective, therapeutic counselling and coaching for couples who wish to improve their relationship.

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about Hal

About Hal.

Hal is a skilled and experienced counsellor, coach, facilitator, mediator, trainer and supervisor who has worked with group and couple dynamics for the past 20+ years. Hal trained as a facilitator and counsellor with Marriage Guidance NZ and went on to become Clinical Team Leader, Supervisor and Trainer for Relationship Services. A not for profit organisation providing effective, affordable counselling to individuals, couples, families and businesses.Hal's natural passion is in working with couples wishing to bring something magical back into their lives and their relationships. Particularly with couples who wish to recreate some of the essence that was there for them when they first entered into their relationship and who are prepared to do what it takes to create it afresh.
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Many different and varied relationships exist. The following are just four examples that may be similar to your situation please read more by clicking on the relevant heading. Or contact us for a one on one initial discussion at no cost to you.

Couple reconciliation
Relationship enhancement
Understanding each other
Communication the way we want to

Couple reconciliation

Some couples relationships have deteriorated to such an extent that although still living together their relationship is in name only. They may be at the point where at least one of them is wondering whether they need to leave, figuring how the separation might unfold, how the children would cope.Dire it may be, and to leave the relationship may indeed seem to be the best option. However it can be useful for the parties to commit to a series of counselling sessions where as a couple they can work together through the often difficult issues that need to be resolved. These conversations can be fraught and difficult; however they are an essential part of the moving on process. When these conversations are being mediated by a skilled and impartial third person ensures that they remain safe and respectful.Couples often find that through this process, when the issues are discussed quietly and rationally, they can actually see the possibility of them reconciling their differences. If both parties can get to the point where they can see hope for a better relationship and they are both prepared to genuinely work at it, then it is possible to progress a relationship to the point where it can be experienced as safe, respectful and worthwhile.

Relationship enhancement

It would seem that for most couples varying degrees of alternating satisfaction and frustration are the norm. They have their good times that are sometimes great and then they have those times that are not so good. At times they get stuck on attempting to resolve an issue. At other times old issues reemerge and become more and more difficult to cope with. Like for example where one person feels their partner doesn’t listen, or appears distant, or feels overwhelmed or not valued.Where both parties can see there are issues and they both want to do something about it, skilled counselling can be very effective in bringing about significant changes in attitude and behaviour. As the couple experience a more respectful style of interaction, a greater level of trust and intimacy tend to develop in the relationship. Couples often report that they experience a far greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.

Understanding each other

A lot of couples wobble along in their relationship and it can be sort of OK, yet both parties will know how easy it is to get off side with one another. Almost at the drop of a hat the arguing can start and that sense of frustration at knowing that this is not going anywhere fruitfully settles in. As couples learn to understand each other more fully they are able to shift their focus to looking at the needs and aspirations of their partner as well as their own needs. Gradually this process can grow until the couple experiences more of the caring and intimacy that was there at the beginning of their relationship.Under Hal’s insightful guidance couples can learn to understand themselves and their partner more fully. They will learn more effective ways of looking after themselves and resolving the differences that will always arise in a relationship. They will learn how to stand their ground over things that they feel strongly about. Being able to do this in a way that acknowledges their partner’s needs and yet maintains the goodwill and respect that is essential for a relationship to be experienced as fulfilling.

Communication the way we want to

Communicating the way you want

Communication can be seen as the cornerstone of the success or otherwise of a relationship. How we communicate, interact and pass information across to another person has a huge influence on how that person is likely to respond. Communication is a series of actions or non actions which people use to pass information to another and if any of the words, gestures, tone of voice etc is perceived as being uncaring, disrespectful or just downright offensive then the scene is set for a level of resistance or acrimony that can reignite old patterns.Hal with his many years of experience in this field can provide an indepth understanding of how couples can communicate with each other so that they both achieve more of what they want and yearn for. He is able to demonstrate to couples how they can do this in a way that enhances their partnership, bringing a greater sense of trust and intimacy into the relationship resulting in both parties experiencing an increased sense of fulfillment.

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RH Partners

Brief Overview: The below link leads to a free downloadable pdf for you to print and review further with your partner. And has some great initial information for you to see how we work.

Relationshiphelp The process.pdf

The Process: The below link leads to another free downloadable pdf for you to print and know how Hal will work with you together. With some great free information.

Relationshiphelp Brief Overview.pdf

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Partners: Hal Kennedy works with many community organisations, the Ministry of Justice and he provides supervision services to a number of other counsellors.

Some counselling may attract subsidised support.

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TELEPHONE: 0800 488 499

E-MAIL: halkennedy_relationshiphelp.co.nz

OFFICES: Cnr Taranaki and Courtney Place; Wellington

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