- Easy conversational style
- Practical coping tools
- Focus on anxiety
About Mark
Mark Bourne is a calm, warm and caring counsellor who aims to make talking about difficult feelings easier. He keeps sessions straightforward and approachable, using plain language and a gentle sense of humour to help people feel more at ease. Mark describes himself as flexible and adapts to what each person needs in the room.
He draws on experience from working as a teacher in special needs schools and as a counsellor. That background informs how he listens and responds, especially around anxiety and depression. He also supports people dealing with family relationship strain, bereavement, anger, stress and confidence issues.
Mark uses a mix of methods depending on the situation. He may focus on practical thinking strategies, pause to teach mindfulness skills, or work in a client-centred way that follows the person’s lead. For people coping with panic disorder and panic attacks he aims to help identify triggers and find manageable steps to reduce overwhelm.
Sessions are kept simple and goal-focused when that suits, but he can also offer space for deeper exploration where needed. He has three years of counselling experience and holds BACP, which is listed as his credential.
People come to him for help with life changes, career crossroads, addictions, trauma, intimacy concerns and a wide range of mood and stress-related issues. If someone wants to try talking therapies with a steady, practical counsellor, Mark offers a conversational approach that centres the person’s priorities.
How Mark’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on what matters to the person and follows their pace, offering space to talk through feelings and choices. It helps when someone needs listening, clarity and a non-judgemental space to think aloud.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical techniques to change patterns. It is often useful for anxiety, panic and mood difficulties because it offers clear steps to try between sessions.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm. These skills can be used alongside thinking work when stress or panic feels overwhelming.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will help you decide which methods fit your goals and preferences, and adjust as you progress. This is a collaborative process that aims to match practical tools to your situation.
If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow quick check-ins when needed. They also allow work on practical skills between meetings, such as homework from CBT or guided mindfulness exercises.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What sorts of problems does Mark work with?
He supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and grief, among other concerns. His areas also include relationship strain, anger, addictions and panic disorder and panic attacks.
What is his general counselling style?
Mark offers a calm, client-centred style that is easy to follow and conversational. He adapts his approach to the needs and goals of each person.
What background does he bring to sessions?
He has three years of counselling experience and worked for many years as a teacher in special needs schools, which shapes how he listens and responds.
What professional credentials does he hold and where is he based?
His listed credential is BACP and he is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he can work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.