Robert Marshall , BACP

Robert Marshall is a person-centered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He blends a compassionate, down-to-earth manner with practical therapeutic skills developed through training and volunteering. His background includes work with Tayside Council on Alcohol, where he gained experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) alongside his core person-centered approach. BACP is listed among his credentials - this indicates membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and a commitment to professional standards.

He prioritizes empathetic listening and an open, nonjudgmental stance, helping clients to explore emotions and life challenges at their own pace. His style aims to make people feel heard and able to speak honestly, while working collaboratively to identify meaningful goals and steps forward. Robert often addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma, grief, and other life changes.

Having personal experience with addiction and depression, he understands the complexities of recovery and the courage it takes to seek help. That lived perspective informs his practice and supports a practical, hopeful way of working that respects each person as an individual.

Therapeutic approaches for online support

Robert draws on client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing to support people in online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathic listening and creating an accepting space where clients lead the conversation; it is useful for exploring emotions, relationships, self-esteem, and major life transitions. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, making it a practical option for anxiety, depression, sleeping and eating difficulties, and stress-related problems. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused style that helps people find internal motivation to change, which can be especially helpful with addictions, ambivalence, and behaviour change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Robert works collaboratively with each person to consider their needs, goals, and preferences, and to tailor techniques that fit their situation and pace. This shared exploration helps identify what combination of methods will be most useful.

Online therapy with Robert is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular support without travel, accommodate busy lives, and provide multiple ways to communicate as needs change.