Marian Hanson , BACP

Marian Hanson is a UK-licensed therapist with 16 years of professional experience and holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a recognized professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. Her practice has focused on supporting people facing stress and anxiety, challenges with motivation, struggles around self-esteem and confidence, work-related difficulties, and episodes of depression. She works from the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be drawn on to navigate life’s obstacles.

Marian frames the therapeutic process as a partnership in which courage and curiosity matter as much as practical steps toward change. She acknowledges that seeking help is often a difficult first step and offers steady, supportive guidance as clients explore what matters to them and set achievable goals. Her approach emphasizes listening, collaboration, and helping people build on their resources to find more fulfilling, resilient ways of living.

Therapeutic approaches suited to online care

Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes understanding patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape current emotional needs. It helps people explore attachment patterns that affect trust, intimacy, and connection, which can be useful for relationship and parenting concerns.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and creating a supportive space where clients can discover their own answers. This approach is helpful for building self-esteem, increasing self-awareness, and navigating life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and low mood. It is often used to develop skills for coping and making concrete changes in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Marian will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She helps clients experiment with strategies and adjust the plan over time to find what works best.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or limited local options. These formats make it easier to access regular support, maintain continuity of care, and integrate therapy into everyday life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor sessions to each client’s circumstances.