- Empathic listening
- Practical strategies
- Strengths focused
About Marcus
Marcus Pugh is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on men's wellbeing alongside a wide range of personal concerns. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, relationship difficulties and mood challenges. Marcus aims to provide a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk through what matters most to them.
He practises in a way that centres the client's own experience. Marcus believes each person knows their life best and brings respect for individual strengths into sessions. He often listens first, then offers gentle reflections, alternative perspectives or practical suggestions when helpful.
With 12 years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Marcus draws on approaches such as client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques, existential ideas, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. He adapts these methods to the needs of the person in front of him rather than following a rigid formula.
Sessions typically focus on making small, manageable changes to daily patterns, improving communication, and reducing anxiety or addictive behaviours. Marcus also supports people dealing with grief, identity questions, sleep or eating concerns, and major life transitions.
He describes counselling as a collaborative process where people find their own meaning and solutions. Marcus welcomes honest conversations and aims to help clients build on existing strengths to cope better with life’s challenges.
How therapeutic approaches work online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and helping people find their own solutions. Online sessions using this approach often prioritise space to speak, reflect and test small changes between meetings.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. Online CBT can help with anxiety, low mood and unhelpful habits by using short exercises and practical tools that clients can try between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Marcus will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggest ways of working that fit. That conversation is collaborative and can change over time as needs shift.
Confirm which session formats are available when booking as the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support people who prefer talking from a familiar setting or who need flexible scheduling. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt their methods to make online sessions practical and focused on everyday change.
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Experience
12+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can be discussed in sessions?
Clients can bring a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related problems, trauma and grief.
What is the therapeutic style like?
Work is client-centred and non-judgemental with a focus on listening first. The counsellor may offer reflections, gentle advice or practical exercises when appropriate.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
Marcus has 12 years of professional experience working with people on a variety of mental health and wellbeing concerns.
What credentials and region are associated with this counsellor?
Marcus holds registration with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with this counsellor?
International clients are accepted; confirm any cross-border details when arranging sessions.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the counsellor's availability.