Mark McConnell, BACP
Mark McConnell is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
About Mark
Mark McConnell is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. He supports those dealing with motivation issues, confidence setbacks and life transitions. He writes plainly and focuses on practical steps rather than jargon.
He works in a directive way while treating each person as the expert in their own life. That means he will offer clear suggestions and gentle challenges, but the client’s goals guide the work.
Background and approach
Sessions aim to identify strengths and remove the blocks that stop progress. Mark draws on a mix of approaches to suit different problems. He uses client-centred conversations to build understanding, cognitive behavioural ideas to change unhelpful thinking, and mindfulness tools to ease anxious moments.
He also brings elements of motivational interviewing and psychodynamic thinking when they are useful. With three years of professional experience and membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, he combines practical techniques with steady support. He encourages small, manageable changes that add up over time.
People can expect straightforward language in sessions, short-term goals when helpful, and options for ongoing work if needed. Mark aims to make the first steps easier and to work alongside clients as they rebuild confidence and cope with setbacks.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 400111 | November 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
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Mark lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
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 the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. CBT-style tools can help when anxiety, low mood or unhelpful habits are getting in the way of daily life. Mindfulness techniques are used alongside these methods to teach simple ways of noticing thoughts and calming strong feelings in the moment.
Finding the right mix of approaches is collaborative. The therapist will talk with you about goals and preferences, try methods that suit your situation, and adjust the plan as you go. Clients shape the focus and pace of the work.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls are useful for a fuller conversation and reading non-verbal cues, while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging suit short check-ins, quick problem-solving and people who prefer writing to speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Mark specialise in?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and motivation, plus related issues such as grief, addictions and sleep problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Mark takes a directive approach while respecting your expertise in your life. He offers clear suggestions and works with you to set practical goals.
What is his professional background?
He has three years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts clients internationally.
What session formats does he offer?
He works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How does someone begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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