- Focus on sleep and rest
- Uses creative approaches
- American Sign Language
About Marianne
Marianne Blackmore is a counsellor who aims to make therapy straightforward and practical. She focuses on building a trusting relationship first, then helping people tackle worries about sleep, stress, anxiety and life changes. Marianne speaks English and American Sign Language and brings five years of professional experience to her work.
Her approach is warm and listening-led. Sessions often begin with what feels most pressing and move at the client's pace. Marianne uses creativity alongside conversation, so people sometimes bring art, writing or other projects into sessions if that feels helpful.
She has worked across education, caregiving roles and the creative and transport industries. That background feeds into how she supports people dealing with burnout, compassion fatigue and the strain of juggling caring responsibilities with other demands. Marianne also helps people with self-esteem, career uncertainty and difficulties adjusting after loss.
People seek her help for relationship problems, anger, depression, addictions and for questions about identity and LGBT issues. Sleeping problems and attention differences such as ADHD are also areas she addresses in sessions. Marianne describes therapy as a process of self-exploration and practical change rather than a one-off fix.
Her work draws on client-centred ways of working, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas. Marianne aims to help people notice patterns, find motivation and build on strengths. She invites anyone with concerns to start a conversation and see whether her style feels like a good fit.
How these approaches translate to online support
Marianne uses client-centred therapy, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas in her work. Client-centred therapy means she listens closely and follows what matters most to the person, helping them name concerns and decide what to change. Motivational interviewing is a conversational way to uncover what might motivate someone to take small steps, useful for issues like addiction, sleep habits or making life changes. Psychodynamic ideas look at patterns from the past that repeat in present life and help people notice how those patterns affect relationships and mood.Choosing a therapeutic approach is a joint process. Marianne will work with each person to see which ways of working feel most useful. That means adapting methods over time and checking in about what is or is not helping, so the work matches goals and preferences.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into busy routines because it removes travel time and can make scheduling easier. Online options can also allow for shorter check-ins, telephone conversations if video is difficult, or meetings that fit around work or caregiving responsibilities. Ask about the specific formats offered when you make initial arrangements so you can match sessions to everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Marianne help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, sleeping difficulties and burnout, alongside issues such as depression, relationship difficulties and ADHD. There are many related areas listed that she can address in sessions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is listening-led and client-centred, with practical conversation and creative options if the client wishes to use them. Motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas also shape how she helps people explore patterns and find motivation.
What is her background and experience?
She has five years of professional experience and has worked in education, caregiving contexts, creative industries and transport. That range informs how she supports people facing workplace and caring stresses.
Where is Marianne based and what credential does she hold?
She practises from Kentucky and holds registration with the BACP, which is shown in her listed credentials.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and American Sign Language for those who use ASL.
Can people outside the country work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are offered to people within the stated region.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. The exact fee will be shown when scheduling.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.