Francesca Martin , BACP

Francesca Martin is a person-centred counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 17 years of professional experience supporting young people, adults and couples. She combines a gentle, empathetic style with practical experience gained across schools and specialist agencies, including work with alcohol-related services and an 11-year role as a school counsellor.

She holds an additional qualification in couples counselling and a CPD certificate in online and telephone counselling. Francesca is a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and is also trained as a counselling supervisor, reflecting her commitment to ongoing professional development and ethical practice.

Francesca has particular interest and experience in relationship difficulties and offers a non-directive, accepting approach that helps people explore what matters most to them. She works collaboratively to make sense of feelings and circumstances, supporting clients to identify options and build understanding rather than prescribing solutions. Her practice covers areas such as stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, addiction, family and intimacy-related issues, trauma and life transitions, among others.

Clients can expect a calm, listening presence and a space where their concerns are met with respect and empathy. She looks forward to connecting with people who are ready to explore change and healing.

Person-Centred Care and Online Therapy Options

Client-Centred Therapy is at the heart of Francesca's practice. This approach emphasizes empathy, acceptance and the belief that people have the capacity to find their own solutions when given a supportive, non-judgemental space. It is particularly helpful for issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, grief and coping with life changes.

Francesca also brings training in couples counselling, which focuses on improving communication, resolving relationship tensions and rebuilding intimacy. Couples work is practical and collaborative, helping partners explore patterns, needs and choices in their relationship.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Francesca works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. She offers guidance and adapts the work as therapy progresses, ensuring the plan is responsive to the client's priorities.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging provides flexibility and accessibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limitations or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and allow clients to work with licensed professionals and therapists in ways that feel most comfortable and convenient.