- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Relationship work
About Marcus
Marcus Pugh is a BACP-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with 12 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and issues linked to identity and intimacy. Marcus also supports clients dealing with grief, sleep or eating concerns, parenting strain, career questions, ADHD and life transitions.
He treats conversations as the core of the work. Marcus listens first and asks questions to help people clarify what matters to them. He sees the person as the expert on their life and encourages clients to find their own solutions while offering observations and alternative perspectives when useful.
His practice draws on approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to make sessions practical and focused. Those methods are used to help with unhelpful thinking, motivation to change addictive patterns, and improving how people relate to themselves and others.
Marcus aims to balance active guidance with space for reflection. That might mean short, practical tasks between sessions or exploring deeper themes about meaning and values. He explains ideas plainly and checks in about what feels helpful as work progresses.
People usually come for a mix of everyday pressures and longer-standing issues. Marcus works with matters including self-esteem, communication problems, bereavement, commitment concerns, and recovery from domestic or substance-related harm. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Approaches Marcus Uses and how online sessions fit
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and helping people find their own answers. It supports people who are trying to make sense of changes, stresses or relationship issues by prioritising their views and experiences.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going and offers practical techniques to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, low mood, sleep or eating problems and for tackling unhelpful thinking patterns.
Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about change, such as with addictive behaviours or low motivation. It uses focused conversation to strengthen a person’s own reasons for wanting to change.
Finding the right mix of approaches is treated as a shared task. Marcus will discuss goals and preferences in early sessions and adjust methods as work progresses. That collaborative way helps pick whether to focus on practical skills, deeper meaning, or motivation to change.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm which options are available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into study, work or travel schedules and it can reduce time spent on travel. Some approaches suit short practical check-ins while others benefit from longer conversations; Marcus will discuss what length and rhythm of session works best for everyday life.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and depression, among other issues listed on his profile. The focus often includes life changes, grief, ADHD and career concerns.
What is his typical therapeutic style?
He uses a listening-first approach and treats clients as experts on their lives. He offers observations, practical tasks, and alternative perspectives when helpful.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mental health and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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