Marilyn Thomas, BACP

Marilyn Thomas is a UK-based practitioner with five years of experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She works with individuals and couples on issues such as stress and anxiety, low mood and depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, communication difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and a variety of family and career stressors. Her practice also addresses more specific areas including ADHD, bipolar experiences, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to alternative sexual cultures and kink.

Working in an integrative way, Marilyn places a client-centered approach at the heart of her practice - a style that focuses on listening and responding to each person’s unique concerns. She also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas and attachment-based thinking when these methods are helpful, tailoring her approach to the priorities and preferences of each client. Marilyn holds BACP credentials - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which denotes membership in the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Marilyn aims to provide an open, non-judgmental space where clients can explore what is happening in their lives and take practical steps toward change. She emphasizes collaboration, helping people identify goals and build skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and navigate transitions. Her work is grounded in empathy and practical support, with the intent of walking alongside clients as they pursue greater wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Marilyn frequently uses client-centered therapy, attachment-based therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy in her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathetic, non-directive listening that helps clients explore their thoughts and feelings and build self-understanding; it suits people seeking a supportive space to work through personal challenges. Attachment-based therapy looks at how past and current relationship patterns influence feelings of safety, trust, and intimacy, making it useful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, and attachment issues. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for stress, anxiety, low mood, and coping with everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marilyn collaborates with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences and will adapt methods over time so the work fits what the client is trying to achieve. This collaborative stance helps shape a plan that feels practical and meaningful.

Online therapy with Marilyn is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options can make therapy more accessible for clients who travel, live abroad, or need to fit sessions around family and work commitments, while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to maintain continuity of care across locations.