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Martin Regan, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

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Martin Regan offers calm, steady support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, low mood, or worries about relationships. He aims to create a non-judgemental space where clients can talk openly and begin to feel less stuck. Martin is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

He draws on his own experience of burnout to relate to people who struggle with pressure, perfectionism or the sense of not being enough.

Background and approach

Sessions are straightforward and grounded in everyday language rather than clinical jargon. In sessions he focuses on helping people understand how they process feelings and why certain patterns repeat. Together client and counsellor look at practical steps to build resilience and regain confidence.

Work often includes exploring relationship dynamics and family stresses that affect daily life. Martin emphasises compassion and self-acceptance as part of building change. He supports people to reconnect with themselves and with others, gradually developing internal resources to cope better when life gets hard.

With three years of experience, Martin offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs. He works within the BACP Professional Standards and Ethical Framework while helping clients take manageable steps toward a more balanced life.

Therapeutic approaches and online options

Martin uses evidence-based techniques that focus on relationships and personal coping. One common strand is relational work, which looks at how connections with others shape feelings and behaviour and helps people change unhelpful patterns in relationships.

Another key approach is building resilience through self-compassion and exploration of personal patterns. This involves noticing automatic reactions, practising kinder self-talk, and trying new ways of responding to stress to reduce overwhelm and low mood.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Martin collaborates with each person to find what fits their needs, goals and preferences, and adapts the way he works as those needs change over time.

Online therapy here is offered by registered or accredited professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face connection when that helps, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits shorter check-ins, and messaging lets people write when it feels most convenient. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and busy days.
What issues does Martin commonly help with?
Martin works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship worries, family conflict, and low self-esteem.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He offers a calm, non-judgemental space and uses plain language to help people understand their feelings and responses. The work focuses on building resilience and practical ways to cope.
How long has he been practising?
He has three years of experience working with clients on issues such as burnout, relationship strain, and confidence.
What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he use?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How do sessions work and what do they cost?
Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, and cost varies with location and therapist availability.

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Experience
3 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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