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Mark Smith

BACP

Mark Smith , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Mark

Mark Smith draws on personal experience to understand how challenging it can be to find the right support. He practices as an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, combining techniques from different theoretical models so that each session can be tailored to the client’s needs. This flexibility allows him to offer both focused, solution-oriented work and more open-ended exploration, guided by what the client wants to address and the pace that feels comfortable.

He offers sessions by telephone and online, and approaches each meeting with a non-judgmental, empathic stance that prioritizes the client’s perspective. Mark adapts his style to suit practical goals or deeper therapeutic exploration, helping clients clarify concerns, build coping strategies, and consider new ways of relating to themselves and others. He holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings a client-focused commitment to each engagement, aiming to create a dependable and respectful space for the work clients wish to do.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online support

Mark Smith integrates a range of methods to meet different needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s experience and emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration - it helps when someone wants a supportive, non-directive space to explore feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and offers practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage low mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing the effects of traumatic events and can be used to address symptoms like intrusive memories, avoidance, and heightened arousal.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mark works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time so therapy stays aligned with the client’s needs. This collaborative exploration helps shape a personalised plan rather than prescribing a single method upfront.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, access support from home, and maintain continuity when in-person meetings are difficult. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver effective work through these channels, offering consistent support adapted to each client’s circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Mark Smith have?

Mark Smith has 12 years of experience.

Is Mark Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and indicates professional affiliation with that national body.

In which languages does Mark Smith provide therapy?

Mark Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Mark Smith located?

Mark Smith is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Mark Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Mark Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mark Smith work with international clients?

Mark Smith does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mark Smith cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesDomestic violenceFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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