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Mark Smith, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 12 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem Depression

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Mark Smith helps people struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and depression. He also supports concerns around relationships, family issues, grief, intimacy, and coping with life changes. Mark is a counsellor with BACP registration and has twelve years of experience.

He works in an integrative way, drawing on several therapeutic models so sessions suit each person's needs. That means some people have practical, goal-focused work and others take a slower, more reflective route.

Background and approach

Mark aims for a straightforward, non-judgemental atmosphere where people can speak openly about what matters to them. Sessions are offered online or by telephone and can include shorter check-ins or longer therapy conversations. His approach often blends client-centred listening with techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and trauma-focused work when relevant.

He adapts the balance to the issue and the person in front of him. Mark has particular experience with issues such as abandonment and attachment problems, body image, chronic illness or pain, control issues, domestic violence, first responder and veteran concerns, guilt and shame, narcissistic dynamics, post-traumatic stress, self-harm and sexual assault or abuse. He also helps with social anxiety and phobia.

People who choose him can expect a practical focus when needed, and space to reflect when that feels better. Appointments are arranged around individual needs, and the therapy plan is shaped together as work continues.

How his approaches work in online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience. The counsellor offers empathy and acceptance while people lead the pace and topics, which helps with low self-esteem, relationship worries and coping with life changes.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact. It uses practical steps and tools to shift unhelpful patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, stress and some trauma reactions.

The right approach often becomes clear together. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods suit the person's goals, preferences and the issue at hand, and then adjust the mix as the work progresses.

Online work is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video calls are good for longer conversations, phone sessions can fit into a busy day, and messaging or chat can be used for brief check-ins or ongoing support. These options give practical flexibility so people can choose what fits their routine and communication style.

What concerns does he help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem and depression, plus relationship and family issues, grief and intimacy-related concerns.

What is his therapeutic style?

He works in an integrative, client-centred way, using practical goal-focused work or more open-ended reflection depending on the person's needs.

How much experience does he have?

He has twelve years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy with a range of concerns and trauma-related issues.

What credentials and where is he based?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

How do I begin therapy with him?

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

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Experience: 12 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Mark Smith, BACP

Background and approach

How his approaches work in online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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