Marco Schilling, BACP

Marco Schilling is a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing both immediate life stresses and longer-term emotional challenges. He works with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship and family difficulties, addiction, trauma, parenting concerns and problems with self-esteem, offering a calm and compassionate presence that encourages reflection and growth.

His practice draws on an integrative perspective that combines client-centered and psychodynamic ideas to explore how present problems may be linked to past relationships and recurring patterns. Marco aims to increase self-awareness and help clients make sense of painful feelings by exploring thoughts, behaviours and life experiences at a pace that feels manageable.

Marco has experience working with the NHS and as a bereavement counsellor, and he has supported people with chronic mental health challenges, autism and learning difficulties in roles as a support worker. Originally from Switzerland, he has lived and worked in several countries and values multicultural perspectives. He also brings creativity from work in music and television production to a holistic approach that can include personal growth, spirituality and self-expression.

Marco is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. He offers a free introductory phone call to answer questions and clarify how he can help. Therapy is available in English and German and can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging as well as in person.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy with Marco Schilling

Marco uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgemental space where clients lead the pace and focus of sessions. This approach emphasizes empathy and active listening and can be helpful for issues like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles and life transitions.

He also draws on psychodynamic therapy to explore how past relationships and unconscious patterns influence present feelings and behaviours. This approach can help uncover recurring themes such as attachment, abandonment or long-standing emotional difficulties and support deeper understanding and change.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Marco works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best with their needs, goals and preferences. Together they review progress and adapt the focus as therapy evolves.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility constraints or those who prefer remote contact. Working online can make it easier to access regular support while maintaining continuity of care, and Marco tailors session format and pace to each client to make therapy practical and effective.