- Practical guidance
- Strengths focused
- Goal oriented
About Mark
Mark McConnell is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on men's wellbeing and common mental health concerns. He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and motivation problems. He also addresses issues such as trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and challenges linked to ADHD. Mark holds BACP accreditation, and has three years of professional experience.
Mark works in a straightforward, directive way while still centring the person's own experience. He treats people as the experts on their lives and helps them spot strengths they may be overlooking. Sessions aim to break down blocks and create clear steps forward rather than relying on long, abstract conversations.
He draws on a mix of practical approaches, including client-centred listening, cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas. These methods are used to reduce distress, build coping skills and improve everyday functioning. Mark adapts what he uses to fit each person's goals.
People come to him for many concerns beyond mood, such as sleep and eating difficulties, anger, career stress, parenting and fatherhood issues, first responder stress, and problems with communication or intimacy. He also helps those coping with loss, guilt, shame, isolation and life transitions.
Mark accepts clients from the UK and from other countries in English. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability. Sessions run on a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How These Approaches Work Online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening closely and reflecting what matters to the person. It helps people feel heard and clarifies what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns; it can help with anxiety, low mood and sleep problems. Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention and breathing practices to reduce overwhelm and improve focus and emotional regulation.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will explore your needs, goals and preferences and suggest ways of working together. Decisions about which methods to use are made collaboratively, with adjustments as progress is reviewed.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, cut travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer to work from a quieter space or who need flexible scheduling. Registered or accredited professionals will discuss practical arrangements so sessions fit your daily life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mark help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, trauma, addictions and many related problems such as sleep, eating, anger and relationship concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Mark takes a directive but collaborative approach, helping clients identify strengths and take practical steps to overcome blocks.
What background does he bring to sessions?
He has three years of professional experience working with a range of common mental health and life concerns.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He accepts international clients; check the matching tool for any logistical details before scheduling.
How does cost and billing work?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time and the cost varies with location and therapist availability.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.