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Mareike Coakley, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with GriefParenting issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

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Mareike Coakley helps people dealing with grief, low self-esteem, depression and big life changes. She offers calm, steady support when emotions feel overwhelming. Mareike uses a warm, respectful manner to help people make sense of difficult experiences.

She draws on an integrative style, adapting the work to each person's needs. Mareike uses person-centred ideas to build trust and Transactional Analysis to look at patterns in relationships. She also includes cognitive behavioural techniques to help change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

Background and approach

Mareike trained in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation, which means she follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy's standards. Her background includes time in education and several years working with a broad range of people. That experience informs a practical, down-to-earth approach.

Sessions focus on listening, noticing patterns and trying small, doable changes between meetings. Mareike aims to create a space where people can name painful feelings and begin to respond to them differently. She welcomes honest conversation about shame, anger, loss and identity.

For practical matters, Mareike works via online and remote formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging. People start by completing a short matching questionnaire and then book sessions to suit their schedule.

How Mareike works online and which approaches she uses

Person-centred work focuses on building a supportive relationship. The therapist listens without judgement and follows the person's pace, which can help when someone feels overwhelmed or unsure of themselves.

Transactional Analysis looks at patterns in how people relate to others and themselves. It helps identify repeated roles and scripts so a person can make different choices in relationships and day-to-day life.

Cognitive behavioural techniques examine thoughts and behaviours and test small changes. This approach can be useful for easing low mood, unhelpful thinking and practical coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Mareike works together with each person to decide which methods fit best for their goals and preferences. That collaboration means the work can shift as needs change during therapy.

Online therapy offers flexibility with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging. Video sessions are good for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be quicker check-ins or suit lower bandwidth, and messaging or live chat can fit around busy days. These options make it easier to access regular support and to fit therapy into family, work or study schedules.

What concerns does Mareike help with?

She supports people facing grief, parenting strain, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, chronic illness, family problems and identity concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

The approach is integrative and person-centred, with a focus on connection and clear, practical steps. Conversations look at patterns in relationships and unhelpful thoughts while keeping things straightforward.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working in counselling and related roles. That time includes work in education and with a range of presenting issues.

What credentials and region are relevant?

She is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are offered?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

In what formats are sessions available?

Sessions can be done by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging depending on what suits the person. Different formats can suit different schedules and needs.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is charged through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and region.

How do I begin working with Mareike?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem

Also listed

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Mareike Coakley, BACP

Background and approach

How Mareike works online and which approaches she uses

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with grief