Robert Marshall, BACP

Robert Marshall is a BACP credentialed counsellor based in the United Kingdom who brings five years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, and a wide range of life challenges. He trained as a person-centered practitioner and combines that foundation with practical experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing gained through volunteer work with Tayside Council on Alcohol. This blend allows him to meet clients where they are and tailor sessions to individual needs.

Robert emphasizes a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental stance, inviting openness and honest conversation. He works closely with emotions, helping clients explore feelings and patterns while keeping a down-to-earth approach that encourages practical progress. His practice values compassion, active listening, and an acceptance of human fallibility.

Robert also draws on personal lived experience of addiction and depression, having sought help and moved into recovery. That background informs his work with people facing similar struggles and supports a collaborative, hopeful path forward. He offers therapy in English and accepts international clients, delivering flexible options to suit varied circumstances.

Approaches that shape online therapy sessions

Robert draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathic environment where a person's own goals and experiences lead the work. This approach focuses on understanding each client's perspective and supporting self-directed growth, which can help with relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and problem-focused, often used for anxiety, depression, sleep or eating concerns, and coping with stress. Motivational Interviewing is another key tool Robert employs when readiness and change are central topics - it helps people clarify their motivations and build internal commitment to recovery or new habits.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Robert works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists bring different tools, and he will help determine what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and access - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage mobility or location constraints, and maintain continuity of care across distances. These options support consistent engagement and make it easier to receive support when it matters most.