How Jacqui Hackett Supports Couples in Strengthening Connection, Trust and Communication

Even the healthiest relationships experience challenges. Whether you’ve been together for decades or are just starting out, conflict, miscommunication, and emotional distance can creep in—sometimes slowly, other times all at once. In these moments, relationship counselling can offer a safe, structured space to reconnect, repair and rediscover the partnership you value.

At her private practice, Jacqui Hackett supports couples of all backgrounds with compassionate, evidence-based relationship counselling. Her work is grounded in empathy, emotional insight, and practical tools that help couples build stronger, more secure bonds—one conversation at a time.

When Should You Consider Relationship Counselling?

There’s a common misconception that relationship counselling is only for couples on the verge of separation. In reality, many couples seek support proactively—to strengthen their bond, deepen intimacy, or navigate transitions like moving in together, becoming parents, or preparing for marriage.

You might benefit from relationship counselling if you:

• Struggle to communicate without escalating into conflict

• Feel emotionally disconnected or unheard

• Are dealing with broken trust or betrayal

• Want to explore your patterns and attachment styles

• Need support through major life transitions or decisions

• Feel stuck in repetitive arguments with no resolution

According to a study by the University of Exeter, relationship counselling can significantly improve relationship satisfaction, reduce conflict, and boost emotional wellbeing for both partners. It’s not about blaming or “fixing” each other—it’s about learning to relate differently, more consciously, and more compassionately.

What to Expect in Sessions with Jacqui Hackett

As a trained counsellor and relationship coach, Jacqui Hackett offers a calm, non-judgemental space where both partners can feel seen and heard. Her approach is integrative and personalised—drawing from modalities such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment theory, and practical communication frameworks.

During sessions, you and your partner can expect to:

• Identify and understand your communication styles and emotional triggers

• Learn techniques to reduce defensiveness and increase empathy

• Work through unresolved issues or longstanding hurt

• Explore your individual and shared values

• Develop healthier ways to express needs and set boundaries

• Rebuild emotional intimacy and trust

Jacqui often incorporates psychoeducation into her work, helping couples understand the neuroscience behind relationship patterns and stress responses. As she often says, “When you understand why you react a certain way, it becomes easier to choose how you respond next time.”

Healing After Betrayal or Trust Issues

One of the most difficult issues a couple may face is a breach of trust—whether through infidelity, secrecy, or emotional distance. Rebuilding trust takes time, vulnerability, and often guided support.

Jacqui Hackett offers a structured process for couples working to repair their relationship after betrayal. This may involve:

• Creating a space for honest, non-defensive dialogue

• Addressing the emotional impact of the breach

• Re-establishing boundaries and agreements

• Rebuilding emotional safety step by step

Trust cannot be rebuilt through words alone—it’s rebuilt through consistent, attuned actions over time. Jacqui’s calm and steady presence helps couples navigate this painful terrain without rushing or bypassing what needs to be healed.

Understanding Attachment Styles in Relationships

Many recurring issues in relationships are rooted not in the relationship itself—but in early attachment patterns that shape how we connect. Jacqui helps individuals and couples explore their attachment styles, such as:

• Secure: Comfortable with closeness and autonomy

• Anxious: Craves closeness, fears rejection or abandonment

• Avoidant: Struggles with emotional intimacy, values independence

• Disorganised: Desires connection but fears it due to past trauma

Understanding your own and your partner’s attachment style can shed light on why certain conflicts repeat, and how each partner can offer more of what the other needs.

Pre-Marital Counselling: Starting Strong

For couples preparing for marriage, pre-marital counselling is a valuable investment in your future. It helps you build a foundation of open communication, shared values, and mutual understanding—before problems arise.

Topics Jacqui typically explores with engaged or long-term couples include:

• Conflict resolution styles

• Managing finances and decision-making

• Family dynamics and future planning

• Intimacy, roles, and expectations

• Navigating change together

Rather than waiting until things go wrong, Jacqui encourages couples to start strong—and stay connected through life’s inevitable ups and downs.