Mark Maxwell, BACP
Mark Maxwell is a BACP counsellor with eight years' experience based near Liverpool in the United Kingdom.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- +5 more
About Mark
Mark Maxwell is a BACP counsellor with eight years' experience based near Liverpool in the United Kingdom. He combines practical talking therapy with straightforward listening. He aims to create a calm space where people can say what matters without being judged.
He uses a blended approach, drawing on client-centred ideas, psychodynamic thinking and cognitive behavioural techniques as needed. That means sessions can focus on what feels most useful - understanding patterns, gently examining deeper feelings, or trying practical steps to change unhelpful habits.
Background and approach
Mark often notices anxiety grows when people live to others' expectations rather than their own. In sessions he listens for those pressures and helps people name them. Conversations move at a steady pace and are shaped by what the person wants to work on.
He values empathy and unconditional positive regard in every meeting. Mark also pays attention to themes that come from deeper personal history and unconscious patterns, drawing on those insights to support change. Practical exercises from cognitive behavioural therapy are used when helpful, for example to test unhelpful thoughts or try new behaviours.
People contact him about stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and relationship concerns. He also has experience with caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, communication problems, and a range of sexual culture and alternative lifestyle issues. He welcomes international clients and works in English.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 321597 | May 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
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Compassion fatigue
- Antisocial personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Mark lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-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
He also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. CBT offers practical strategies to test unhelpful thinking and try new behaviours, useful for anxiety, low mood and stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mark works collaboratively to decide which methods suit a person’s goals and preferences, and he adapts the mix as therapy progresses. That means sessions can shift from deeper reflection to practical exercises when needed.
Online therapy gives flexibility for different schedules and needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation across distance, phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited, live chat offers a paced written conversation, and text-based messaging suits quick check-ins or short reflections. These options help people fit therapy around work, travel or caregiving commitments while still working with registered or accredited professionals.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems can be discussed in sessions?
Mark helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem and relationship concerns. He also supports people facing caregiver strain, compassion fatigue and communication problems.
What is the typical therapy style and approach?
Sessions are conversational and centred on the person. He blends client-centred listening with psychodynamic reflection and practical cognitive behavioural tools when helpful.
How much experience does he have working as a counsellor?
He has eight years' experience working with a wide range of presenting issues and has listened to hundreds of clients over that time.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is BACP registered and practises from the United Kingdom, near Liverpool.
Which languages are sessions offered in and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What formats are available for online sessions?
Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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