Mark McGinney, BACP

Mark McGinney uses a client-centred approach to help people feel heard and understood. He focuses on building a respectful, non-judgemental space where someone can talk about what matters most to them. Mark brings 15 years of experience to each session and works from the United Kingdom.

He supports people dealing with stress and anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and grief. He also helps with career worries, motivation, and relationship and intimacy concerns. Addictions, sleep and eating problems, and issues linked to trauma and abuse are part of his practice too.

Mark pays attention to how past attachments and abandonment experiences shape present life. He also addresses concerns such as panic attacks, phobias, impulsivity, and feelings of isolation or shame. Work around gender dysphoria, LGBT issues, polyamory and prejudice is included in his areas of focus.

Sessions are tailored to the individual. Mark listens first, then works with the person to set clear, realistic goals. He blends practical talking, reflection and coaching to help people try new ways of coping.

People can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. International clients may be supported in English. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled according to availability.

Client-centred therapy online and what to expect

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. The counsellor reflects what someone says, asks gentle questions and helps them find their own solutions. This approach suits people facing anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and life changes because it puts the person's experience at the centre.

Mark also uses practical coaching alongside client-centred work to help set clear, achievable goals. Coaching-style check-ins can support motivation, career decisions and coping strategies for sleep, addiction or stress. The process is collaborative so the therapist and client decide together which mix of talking and goal-setting feels right.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone session, live chat or text-based messaging. Video is useful when non-verbal cues matter, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat suits short check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make therapy more flexible for work, travel or different daily routines and help people fit support into busy lives.