Mark Palmer, BACP
A listening counsellor who understands ADHD and parenting pressures
Book with Mark- Years in practice
- 3
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Self esteem
- Focus
- Depression
About Mark
Mark Palmer is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about anxiety, low self-esteem, parenting pressures and other stresses. He also understands the day-to-day impact of living with ADHD and speaks from personal experience alongside his BACP registration.
Mark listens closely and helps people untangle racing thoughts and self-doubt. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual, not on labels.
Background and approach
He aims to make conversations straightforward and practical so worries feel more manageable. He draws on client-centred practice to put the person's priorities first and uses cognitive ideas to notice the link between thoughts and actions. He also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time.
These approaches are mixed to match what a person brings to sessions. Typical concerns he helps with include anxiety, depression, parenting strain, addictions, work stress, ADHD-related challenges and changes like separation or career shifts. He also helps people who struggle with shame, isolation or communication problems.
Sessions are offered in English and take place online by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging. Mark works collaboratively to set goals and adapt the way he works as people progress. To start, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled based on availability through the platform's booking flow.
The subscription model used for sessions can be cancelled at any time.
What Mark works with
Everything Mark lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Mark helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
- Addictions
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Mark lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How his approaches work in online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor. It means the conversation follows the individual's priorities and feelings, and the counsellor reflects and listens to help clarify what matters most. This approach is useful for people who want a supportive space to be heard and to build self-acceptance.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together. Short, practical steps and simple experiments are used to test unhelpful thinking and build new habits. This can help with anxiety, low mood, impulsivity and some ADHD-related difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. He works together with each person to decide whether more listening-led work, cognitive strategies or a mix will suit their goals and personality. This is reviewed as sessions progress so the plan can change if needed.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to make therapy fit around daily life. Video is useful for a fuller conversation and visual cues. Phone calls suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who have limited bandwidth. Live chat and text are handy for brief check-ins, between-session support or when a shorter contact fits a busy day. These options offer flexibility for working parents and people juggling work or study commitments.
Questions people ask about Mark
What issues does this counsellor help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, parenting pressures, ADHD challenges, addictions, career concerns and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is warm and listening-led, using client-centred principles alongside cognitive techniques and psychodynamic ideas to address both present problems and longer-standing patterns.
What is his professional background?
He has three years of practice and combines his lived experience of ADHD with professional work to offer relatable support.
Where is he located and what credential does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration as listed in his profile.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
He works online and offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the platform booking options.
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