- ACT and CBT
- Eating and sleep
- BACP credential
About Deborah
Deborah Marku is a counsellor who combines practical talking approaches with a clear focus on sleep and rest. She draws on methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people manage stress, anxiety and sleep difficulties. Deborah holds the BACP credential and brings six years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
Her work often centres on small, practical steps people can try between sessions. She encourages clients to name what matters to them and to test manageable changes that fit everyday life. This approach supports work on eating and body image concerns, grief, low self-esteem and depression as well as coping with life transitions.
Deborah has experience supporting people who have experienced trauma and abuse, and she works with those feeling the strain of caring roles and compassion fatigue. She also has background in neurodiversity-related needs, including autism and attention difficulties, and has practised with issues linked to concentration and memory.
Her training includes a Master Diploma from the National Centre for Eating Disorders, which covers eating and weight-related concerns. Deborah describes therapy as a collaborative process where the client’s perspective guides the work and their existing strengths are used to move forward.
She invites people to take the first step when they feel ready and offers straightforward support aimed at better sleep, clearer coping strategies and improved day-to-day functioning.
Therapeutic approaches for online work and rest
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and build small habits that reflect those values. It can be useful for stress, sleep problems and struggles with motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on noticing and testing the thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going and offers concrete tools to change them, which often helps with anxiety and sleeping difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Deborah will talk with clients about their goals, preferences and day-to-day life and help choose which methods to try. This is a collaborative process where the plan can change as progress is made.
Confirm the session formats before booking so you know how appointments will be arranged. Many people find online options make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed and reduce travel time. Online sessions can support consistent work on sleep habits, coping strategies and managing stress without promising any specific outcome.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can be addressed here?
Deborah works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating and body image concerns, grief, sleep issues and low self-esteem among other topics listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a pluralistic, practical approach that draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on small, achievable changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Deborah has six years of professional work experience practising in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and region are shown?
She is listed with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are therapy sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.