nef consulting (the consultancy arm of think tank new economics foundation) was appointed in November 2011 to prepare a socio-economic assessment for Tavistock Relationships. The assessment focuses on the economic impact of two services offered at Tavistock Relationships: couple psychotherapy and couple counselling services (collectively referred to as couple therapy).
In addition to the figures reported above, the report notes that of the £415,100 investment figure only £134,000 of this figure came directly from Government sources, demonstrating considerable value for money for Government investment (a return of £14.18 for every £1 invested). The source of this impact is predominantly in avoided labour market costs and savings and from a reduction in healthcare service usage. Potential savings to the criminal justice system have also been identified, as well as future potential impact on children of couples and their life chances.