Marcus Pugh, BACP

Marcus Pugh offers straightforward, empathetic counselling for people facing stress, anxiety, depression and addictive behaviours. He presents as calm and patient and aims to make sessions feel easy to start. Marcus works in English and practises in the United Kingdom with 12 years of experience. He holds BACP registration, which is listed as his credential. Marcus uses a conversational, non-judgemental style. He begins by listening to understand each person's concerns and priorities. Sessions focus on what matters to the client and on building from existing strengths. He draws on client-centred techniques to help people say what they find hard to speak about. Cognitive behavioural ideas are used when it helps to notice patterns of thinking and behaviour and try different choices. He also brings mindfulness and motivational approaches to support coping and reduce unhelpful habits. Marcus wants clients to arrive at their own meaning and answers. He will offer observations, alternative perspectives or suggestions when that feels useful. His aim is practical: to help people find clearer steps forward and feel less stuck in day-to-day life. People who choose Marcus can expect a respectful, straightforward conversation about their worries. The focus is on helping the individual make changes that fit their life. He encourages people to try therapy with an open mind and small, achievable goals.

How Marcus uses talking therapies online

Marcus commonly works from a client-centred perspective where the person's own goals guide the work. This approach means the counsellor listens deeply and helps people name what matters to them, which suits worries about anxiety, relationships and low mood.

He also uses cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and explore practical ways to change day-to-day habits. That method can help with sleep problems, addictive behaviours and repetitive worry by testing small behavioural changes and noticing results.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Marcus will work collaboratively to decide which methods suit a person's needs, goals and preferences. He may mix listening, practical exercises and motivational techniques so the work fits what the client wants to achieve.

The practical benefits of online work are worth checking when you book. If you plan to try sessions remotely, confirm the exact session formats available before scheduling. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy around work, reduce travel time or allow shorter check-ins when that helps keep progress steady.