Mark Smith, BACP

Mark Smith is an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist who draws on multiple therapeutic models to tailor support to each person he sees. With 12 years of clinical experience, he works collaboratively to identify practical, client-led solutions while remaining attentive to the emotional and relational patterns that shape a person’s experience. He emphasises an empathic, non-judgmental approach and offers sessions by telephone or online to make access easier for people balancing busy lives.

As an integrative practitioner, Mark adapts his style to meet individual needs - shifting between solution-focused work when clear goals are present and a more exploratory, open-ended approach when deeper exploration is helpful. He creates space for people to set the pace, whether they want structured strategies for managing stress and anxiety or time to reflect on past experiences and their impact on current relationships. Mark is registered with BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, which reflects his commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Mark commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his online practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, empathetic environment where the person’s own insights and choices are central - this approach helps when someone needs a compassionate space to explore feelings and values. CBT offers structured techniques to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can be helpful for issues like anxiety, low mood, and coping with stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mark works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Mark is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, during breaks, or while travelling, and they allow ongoing work to continue even when in-person meetings are not possible.