Marcus Pugh , BACP

Marcus Pugh is a United Kingdom based counsellor accredited by the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings 12 years of professional experience to his practice. He works with a wide range of difficulties including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, LGBT issues, family and grief, intimacy-related problems, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD, as well as additional focus areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, antisocial and avoidant personality patterns, body image, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control and dependent personality concerns, dissociation, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and drug and alcohol addiction.

Marcus adopts an empathic, non-judgmental stance and believes that each person is the expert on their own life. His approach emphasizes creating a space where people can explore thoughts, feelings, and needs without pressure. At times his role is to listen deeply; at other times he may offer observations, suggestions or alternative perspectives when helpful. He encourages clients to identify their own meanings and answers while supporting them to build on existing strengths and move through life challenges with greater clarity and resilience.

Approaches Marcus Uses for Online Therapy

Marcus draws on client-centered therapy, which centers the person's own experience and priorities and creates a respectful, empathic space to explore thoughts and feelings. This approach is well suited to people seeking support with relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, and life transitions.

He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, a structured method that helps identify and gently challenge unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulties such as insomnia or problematic coping strategies.

Mindfulness therapy is another tool Marcus employs to help people develop moment-to-moment awareness and practical skills for managing strong emotions and stress. Mindfulness techniques can support eating and sleeping problems, rumination, and heightened anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Marcus collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the focus as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility constraints. These options make it easier to maintain regular appointments and access therapeutic support from different locations while working together on practical strategies and personal growth.