Coach and Founder of Couple Up

SIMON MIDDLETON

A note from Simon.

I believe there should be room in your relationship for laughter in the kitchen, a proper kiss goodbye and something you’re both looking forward to.

But life gets busy. Work takes your energy. Parenting takes your attention. Before long, you’re managing a household and wondering where the two of you went.

I created Couple Up to help couples make space for each other again.

We’ll work on the difficult conversations, the recurring arguments and the moments you feel miles apart. We’ll also talk about friendship, affection, sex, adventure and having fun together.

Because enjoying each other deserves a place on the agenda too.

Grounded in science. Made for real life.

Couple Up brings together Gottman relationship science, professional coaching and practical experiences you can take into everyday life.

Our work centres on three foundations.

Handle conflict better

Understand what happens when conversations go wrong.

Learn to express what matters, listen with curiosity and repair after disagreements.

Enjoy each other again

Strengthen your friendship and make room for affection, playfulness and intimacy.

Get curious about what helps each of you feel loved, and what you’ve been missing.

Build a life you love

Explore your values, individual dreams and shared direction.

Create rituals and plans that give your relationship time, attention and meaning.

FOUNDER AND COACH

Simon Middleton

Gottman Method-trained relationship coach

ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC)

Creator of the 7-Week Relationship Reset

1,000+ hours of professional coaching experience

Speaker, workshop facilitator and relationship educator

Based in Singapore, supporting couples internationally

Millions reached through educational content

A little more human.

Originally from the UK, I’ve lived the expat life since 2011, making homes in Singapore and Mauritius. Today, I’m based in Singapore with my Singaporean wife, and I’m a proud dad to a grown-up daughter.

I’ve experienced the joy of building a life with someone, and the heartbreak of a marriage ending. I went through a divorce around ten years ago. Starting again has shaped how I think about love, commitment and the everyday effort relationships need.

Being in a multicultural marriage also brings its own learning. Different backgrounds, family expectations and ways of showing love give us plenty to be curious about. I bring that personal understanding into my work, while recognising that every couple’s story is their own.

Outside work, you’ll find me running, surfing, travelling or spending time with my wife and family.

I’m also neurodivergent, with dyslexia and ADHD. That shapes my appreciation for clear communication, patience and the different ways people think, feel and connect.

I bring my experience, my training and my humanity to this work. And I’m still learning, too.

MEDIA AND SPEAKING

Bringing modern love into the conversation.

Simon’s work extends beyond his sessions with couples.

Through speaking, workshops, writing and digital media, he shares practical ways to handle conflict, deepen connection and keep relationships a priority.

For audiences, event organisers and media partners, opportunities to work with Simon include:

Podcast interviews and media commentary

Keynote talks and speaking engagements

Relationship workshops

Digital content and collaborations

EXPLORE MEDIA & SPEAKING