Martyn Pars , BACP, NCPS

Martyn Pars offers a steady presence for people seeking to be heard, understood, believed in, and supported. He frames his work around empathic listening and practical support, aiming to create a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their concerns. His primary therapeutic delivery is through video or audio sessions, with occasional messaging available; he asks that anyone who prefers written-only support seek an alternative therapist.

Martyn has experience working within a large corporate employee assistance and welfare service, supporting people with a wide range of mental health issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-harm and suicidal ideation, neurodiversity concerns such as autism and ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and gender related matters. He has particular experience and interest in supporting adults who receive later-in-life diagnoses or who suspect they may be neurodivergent. He is also an accredited executive coach and can provide coaching packages on request.

He is a qualified and accredited counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which means he adheres to that professional body's standards, and he also holds NCPS credentials. His clinical work is informed by regular supervision with an experienced psychotherapist whose background includes ordained ministry, Zen practice, and Reiki, a combination that Martyn says influences his reflective and transpersonal approach. His private practice work has included clients based in Cheltenham and Gloucester and adults across the United Kingdom, and he offers therapy tailored to individual needs including mindfulness and meditation where appropriate.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy is at the heart of Martyn's work. This approach emphasizes the client's own experience and wisdom, with the therapist offering empathy, acceptance, and reflective listening to help individuals explore feelings, values, and choices. It is helpful for those coping with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and struggles with self-esteem.

Psychodynamic Therapy is also used to explore patterns that emerge from past experiences and unconscious processes. Through gently examining recurring themes in thoughts and relationships, this approach can support people working with attachment difficulties, grief, and long-standing emotional problems.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Martyn works with each person to clarify goals, preferences, and practical needs, and adapts the work over time so the therapy fits the client's life and aims.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video or phone allow face-to-face contact without travel, while live chat and text messaging can suit people who prefer shorter, more frequent touchpoints. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, family, or mobility constraints and help maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible.