- Client-centred approach
- Practical coping steps
- Supports sleep concerns
About Mark
Mark McGinney is a counsellor with 15 years of experience based in the United Kingdom. He uses a client-centred way of working that focuses on listening, understanding, and helping people find what matters to them. He offers support for sleep and related concerns alongside stress, anxiety and mood difficulties.
In sessions he aims to create an open space where people can say what they feel without fear of judgement. Conversations often begin by looking at what is most pressing now, then move toward practical steps the person can try between meetings. He also helps with grief, changes at work, motivation and building self-esteem.
Mark works with people dealing with addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and complex topics such as attachment and abandonment. He can talk through issues connected to gender dysphoria, LGBT concerns, and experiences of prejudice or discrimination. He also supports people with eating difficulties, process addictions, and anger or impulsivity problems.
His approach emphasises the person’s own goals and pace. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening, exploring options, and trying small changes that can make daily life easier. Mark describes starting therapy as a courageous step and aims to be a steady, non-judgemental presence through that process.
People can expect straightforward language, practical suggestions and steady listening. He works in English and accepts international clients, and sessions are arranged through the site's matching and booking process.
How client-centred work adapts to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy centres on the person’s own experience and goals. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said, and helps the person decide what matters most. This approach suits issues like anxiety, low mood, grief and sleep difficulties where understanding the person’s perspective is central.The work is collaborative: the therapist and client decide together what to try next. That might mean pacing conversations differently, testing small changes for sleep routines, or practising ways to manage stress between sessions. The therapist checks in regularly to adjust the approach to fit the person’s needs and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, or offering flexibility around work hours. It can also help when quieter surroundings or lower bandwidth are needed rather than being on camera. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often use online sessions to maintain continuity of care while adapting how they work to each person’s circumstances.
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Experience
15+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and sleep problems, along with grief, low self-esteem and career issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He follows a client-centred approach, focusing on careful listening and responding to each person’s priorities and pace.
What is his professional background?
He has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients; check any regional considerations when arranging sessions.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.