Mark Bourne, BACP
Mark Bourne offers calm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by life.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- +10 more
About Mark
Mark Bourne offers calm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by life. He focuses on helping individuals who are struggling with low mood, anxiety and the everyday pressures that come with work, relationships or caring roles. Mark aims to make sessions straightforward and down to earth so worries can be talked through without judgment.
He adapts his approach to what each person needs. Clients can expect a mix of conversation, practical strategies and short exercises to try between sessions.
Background and approach
Mark draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness practices and client-centred ways of working to tackle problems such as panic, obsessive thoughts and seasonal low mood. Before becoming a counsellor he worked for many years as a teacher in special needs schools, where he supported young people with complex needs.
That background informs his calm style and his focus on clear, manageable steps forward. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP. Mark also works with people facing family strain, grief, anger and difficulties with intimacy or fatherhood.
He helps those coping with chronic illness or disability, life changes such as divorce, and people rethinking their life purpose in midlife. Sessions are offered in English and can be arranged online by video call, phone or messaging. He welcomes anyone who wants practical help for mood, stress or relationship concerns and prefers a steady, respectful approach to counselling.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 399716 | April 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Mark works with
Everything Mark lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Divorce and separation
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Mark lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then choose methods together. That collaborative process means techniques are tailored to what fits the client's life and pace rather than imposed from the start.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy easier to fit in. Video calls allow a close, face-to-face style of conversation. Phone sessions can be a quicker check-in and need less bandwidth. Messaging and live chat suit short updates or people who prefer writing between sessions. These options give flexibility for different routines and practical needs.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems can Mark help with?
He helps people with depression, anxiety, stress and mood problems, as well as grief, anger and relationship or family strain. Additional areas include addictions, trauma and issues linked to chronic illness and fatherhood.
What is his style of therapy like?
Sessions are client-centred and conversational, with practical techniques added where helpful. He often uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness exercises alongside solution-focused ideas to tackle specific problems.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of counselling experience and several more years working as a teacher in special needs schools, which shaped his calm, practical approach.
Where is Mark based and what credential does he hold?
He practises from the United Kingdom and holds registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. He is also able to work with clients who are located outside the UK.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is available by video call, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are charged through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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