Therapist
Francesca Martin
BACP
Person-Centred counsellor for relationship issues
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Step 1
- Collaborative listening
- Relationship focus
- Practical steps
About Francesca
She listens without judgement and helps people talk through what feels difficult. Francesca aims to create a calm space where someone can say what they need to. She does not direct decisions but helps people find options and make sense of their situation.
Her main interest is relationship difficulties, though she also addresses stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Other areas she supports include addiction, depression, compassion fatigue and ADHD, as well as concerns such as body image, attachment issues and chronic illness or disability.
Sessions tend to focus on the person and their experience. Francesca works collaboratively, using open questions and reflective listening to help clarify feelings and priorities. She draws on her years in schools and agencies to offer practical pacing and understanding when conversations are hard.
People often come for help with career decisions, parenting pressures, communication problems and the impact of separation or bereavement. Francesca aims to help each person leave a session with clearer thinking and a small, usable next step.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Step 3
How client-centred work translates to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy emphasises being heard and accepted. The counsellor listens without judgement and reflects back what they hear to help people clarify feelings and find their own solutions. This approach suits issues like relationship problems, low self-esteem, grief and stress because it focuses on the person's experience.Francesca's background in schools and agencies informs a down-to-earth, practical way of working. She will work together with each person to decide which methods and pace suit them best. Choosing an approach is a collaboration based on the client's needs, goals and preferences rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Please confirm the specific session options when booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life, for example by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or avoiding the need to be on camera if that helps someone engage better. Registered or accredited professionals can use these practical benefits to help people keep therapy consistent and manageable without promising a particular service.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, among many other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a Person-Centred approach that focuses on listening, reflecting and helping people find their own solutions.
What experience does she bring?
She has 17 years of experience working in schools and counselling agencies, including 11 years as a school counsellor.
What professional credential does she hold?
She is a Registered Member of BACP which is shown on her profile as BACP.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time; she works from the United Kingdom.
How are sessions organised and paid for?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin sessions?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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