- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem
- Relationship issues
About Mark
Mark Maxwell is a BACP counsellor with eight years of experience based in the United Kingdom. He works with adults on problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. His practice also addresses compassion fatigue and a range of interpersonal and identity concerns.
Mark trained in integrated counselling, which allows him to draw on several approaches to match what someone brings to sessions. He commonly uses client-centred ideas to focus on the person in front of him, cognitive behavioural techniques to look at thoughts and behaviours, and psychodynamic thinking to consider deeper patterns. He also works with existential questions about meaning and life direction when those issues are present.
In sessions he listens for the gap between who someone feels they are and who they feel they should be for others. He speaks plainly about expectations, self-judgement and how these pressures can fuel anxiety and emptiness. Conversations aim to surface patterns that cause strain and to try out practical steps to change them.
Mark has worked with people facing family conflict, caregiver stress, relationship breakdown, infidelity, jealousy and communication problems. He also has experience supporting people with issues around kink and alternative sexual culture, antisocial personality concerns, and first responder stress.
To begin he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then book a first session. Sessions follow a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, and costs vary with location.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Mark commonly uses client-centred work, which means listening closely and focusing on the person’s own experience to help them feel understood and to clarify what matters. This approach suits people who want a steady space to talk through pressure, identity and relationships.He also uses cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and tries straightforward techniques to reduce anxiety or low mood. CBT can help with stress, worry, sleep disruption and unhelpful behaviour patterns.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with the client to decide which methods fit best, based on the person’s concerns, goals and preferences. Goals and approaches are reviewed together as therapy progresses.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the exact online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around study, work or travel and can reduce time spent commuting. It also allows for shorter check-ins when a full session is not needed, and for choosing audio-only contact if that suits someone better than being on camera.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. He also addresses compassion fatigue and a broad range of interpersonal concerns.
How would he describe his approach?
He uses an integrated approach drawing on client-centred listening, cognitive behavioural techniques and psychodynamic ideas. The aim is to understand patterns and try practical steps to reduce distress.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of counselling experience working with adults in the UK. That experience includes supporting people with family problems and caregiver stress.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is BACP registered and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
He accepts international clients and runs sessions for people outside the UK. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not listed in the biography. Check the online therapy options for the most up-to-date choices.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Specific pricing is provided during the booking process.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy through BetterHelp is for adults aged 18 and over and is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.