Mairi Brown , BACP

Mairi Brown is a UK-based therapist with six years of professional experience supporting people through difficult life challenges. She holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate approach to her work. Mairi focuses on a broad range of concerns including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, addictions, depression, anger, and grief, as well as work with LGBT clients, family and parenting issues, eating and sleeping problems, and intimacy-related challenges.

Her practice is person-centered and adapts to each individual, tailoring conversations and care plans to meet specific needs. Mairi also addresses issues such as self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar management, ADHD, and coping with life changes, alongside additional areas like attachment and abandonment, communication and control problems, and substance-related concerns. She aims to create a collaborative space where clients can explore patterns, build coping strategies, and pursue more fulfilling, balanced lives.

Taking the first step toward change can take real courage, and Mairi offers steady support throughout that process. Her training and varied therapeutic approaches allow her to work flexibly with different presentations and to partner with clients in setting realistic goals and practical strategies for improvement.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online care

Mairi integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy into her practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, then commit to actions aligned with personal values - it is often used for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress-related problems. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the therapeutic relationship by offering empathy, active listening, and acceptance to help clients explore their feelings and discover their own solutions.

Choosing the most helpful approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mairi works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time as progress and circumstances change.

Online formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without needing to travel. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit around work and family life, and make it possible to continue care through major life changes, all while maintaining the therapeutic focus on meaningful change and practical coping skills.