Marion Fensome , BACP

Marion Fensome is a UK-based therapeutic counsellor, hypnotherapist and stress management consultant with 14 years of professional experience. She combines a compassionate, non-judgemental manner with practical training to support people through anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and matters relating to LGBT identity, relationships and mental health. Marion places respectful understanding at the centre of her work and prioritises creating a space where exploration of thoughts and feelings can lead to meaningful change.

Her training includes a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, a Diploma in Hypnotherapy and a Diploma in Stress Management, alongside a range of additional certificates such as bereavement, trauma awareness, anxiety disorders, and meditation and mindfulness teaching. She also holds BACP membership - BACP is the United Kingdom professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists - and has completed specialist courses in working with suicidal clients remotely, CBT journaling and telephone support.

Marion also works with issues including caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, family and communication problems, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress and questions around sexuality and life purpose. She collaborates with each person to shape a plan that reflects their circumstances and goals, helping them move toward greater calm and emotional wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support and Change

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person rather than a fixed set of techniques. It involves attentive, empathic listening and supports clients to identify their own goals and inner resources - it is well suited to work on self-esteem, identity questions and relationship concerns.

Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help address symptoms such as stress, persistent anxiety and certain trauma-related responses. It can be a practical option for people looking to reduce physiological tension and build coping strategies.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity to stress and improve emotional regulation. These techniques often help with anxiety, grief and ongoing stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Marion will work collaboratively to determine what fits best with a person’s needs, goals and preferences. She draws on her training to adapt methods in conversation with each client rather than offering a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity of care across changes in schedule, and access support from wherever the client is located within the therapist's service area.