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Marieke Winkel, BACP, NCPS

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

Works with Trauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

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Marieke Winkel helps people cope with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety and major life changes. She supports those struggling with self-esteem, stress and relationship concerns. Her work also addresses family-related issues and a range of related problems like abandonment, dissociation and chronic illness.

Marieke uses a mix of therapies depending on what the person needs. She blends attachment-based ideas with client-centred listening and practical techniques. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, mindfulness, and psychodynamic perspectives are part of her practice when they suit the situation.

Background and approach

Across an eleven year career she has worked in different settings in the United Kingdom. That experience includes clinical posts and roles focused on trauma and abuse recovery. She brings that background into conversations so people feel understood and guided.

In sessions she aims for clear, compassionate work. People can expect focused talk, guided exercises and pacing that matches their comfort. She pays attention to relationships and early patterns that often shape current problems.

Marieke is accredited with BACP and NCPS, and she works in English and Dutch. She offers online formats that make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange appointments through the Start Therapy button.

How Marieke’s approaches translate to online therapy

Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships shape current feelings and responses. Online sessions use gentle conversation to notice patterns in relationships and try new ways of relating that reduce anxiety and distance.

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and supporting the person to find their own solutions. In video or phone sessions this becomes an open space where the counsellor follows the client's lead and reflects what is said to build clarity and self-trust.

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, often called EMDR, helps people process distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming. When appropriate, parts of EMDR can be adapted for online delivery with careful pacing and clear step-by-step guidance.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the person about their needs, goals and preferences and decide together which methods to try. This collaborative process can change over time as progress is made.

Online formats such as video, phone, live chat or messaging offer practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a shorter break, and chat or messaging suits people who prefer writing or who want ongoing check-ins. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work and daily life.
What problems does Marieke focus on?
She supports people with trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, stress, anxiety and relationship concerns. She also works with related issues such as abandonment, chronic pain and dissociation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and person-centred, combining listening with practical tools. Sessions balance talking, reflection and exercises tailored to the person's needs.
What background and experience does she have?
She has eleven years of experience working in clinical and specialist settings in the United Kingdom. Her background includes roles focused on trauma and abuse recovery and work across different service types.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds BACP and NCPS credentials and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Dutch, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she provide?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does the subscription and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
11 years
Registered with
BACP, NCPS
Languages
English, Dutch

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