- Emotion focus
- ACT and CBT
- Stress and anxiety
About Mark
Mark Dexter is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has eight years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation issues, low self-esteem and life changes. He supports those dealing with sleep or eating struggles, addiction and challenges around intimacy and relationships. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Mark uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. In practice he listens to what matters most to the person and helps name feelings and patterns that are hard to see. He uses straightforward strategies from ACT and CBT to help manage distressing thoughts and rebuild day-to-day coping.
His way of working treats the client as the expert on their life. He focuses on clear goals and small, practical steps that can change how people respond to stress and relationships. Conversations are direct and concrete, with attention to emotions and what people want to change.
Mark has spent years helping people manage grief, career strain, anger and the effects of trauma. He also supports clients living with mood conditions such as depression and bipolar disorder and those exploring issues around sexual intimacy and parenting pressures. He combines talking, reflection and practical exercises.
People who choose him often want help understanding strong feelings and shifting unhelpful patterns. To begin he asks about what matters most, current challenges, and realistic first steps. Prospective clients are invited to use the site process to complete a short questionnaire and arrange an initial session.
How his approaches work with online therapy
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and naming strong emotions and the ways they shape relationships and behaviour. It can help when feelings are confusing or when people recognise repeated patterns they want to change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches practical skills to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions aligned with personal values. It often helps with anxiety, low mood and motivation problems. Attachment-Based ideas look at early relationship patterns and how they affect current connections and trust, useful for people noticing repeated relational difficulties.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels most helpful. Together they will try methods a few ways and adjust based on what fits the person's needs and circumstances.
Please confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments. They also allow shorter check-ins or phone-based conversations when video is difficult, and they reduce time spent on travel so sessions can fit into busy days.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and issues such as addiction, grief, sleep and eating problems.
What therapeutic style does he use?
His stated approaches include Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-based ideas, Client-Centred therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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