Mark Smith , BACP

Mark Smith is a BACP-credentialed therapist based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and concentration or memory difficulties, and he offers focused help for issues such as ADHD, attachment concerns, and substance use. Mark approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and treatment plans to reflect individual needs and circumstances.

He combines practical strategies with a client-centered attitude, taking time to listen and understand each person’s priorities before shaping therapeutic work. That tailored approach is designed to meet the specifics of a client’s situation, whether the focus is building coping skills for panic and social anxiety, addressing control and communication problems, or navigating loss and guilt.

Mark recognises that starting therapy can take courage, and he aims to make the first steps as straightforward and supportive as possible. He is currently accepting clients, including international clients, and works through flexible remote formats to suit different schedules and needs.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Work

Mark Smith uses client-centered techniques to create a respectful, empathetic space where individuals can explore feelings and priorities at their own pace. This approach helps people who are processing grief, working on self-esteem or attachment concerns, or simply seeking a compassionate listening presence.

He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, panic symptoms, and stress by building practical skills for managing reactions and improving daily functioning.

Motivational Interviewing is incorporated when clients face ambivalence about change, particularly in areas like drug and alcohol use or other addictive behaviours. This collaborative, goal-oriented style supports motivation and clarifies personal reasons for change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mark works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best suit their goals, needs, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress develops.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, support continuity of care across locations, and allow clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.