Mark Hoffman
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
Do you feel that life's stresses, anxieties, and difficulties are weighing you down?
Taking the first steps might be challenging, so I offer a 15-minute free consultation to address any concerns you may have.
I offer outdoor walk-and-talk therapy (more details on my website), Group therapy, face-to-face in a counselling room or online.
Working with me, you will explore what is getting you stuck in life so you can move forward, heal, and evolve. I offer support in an empathetic, non-judgemental way. I have experience helping those with various issues in a safe therapeutic space, allowing you to explore your aims and thoughts. Together, we will explore your inner strengths and resources, building on these to improve your general wellbeing and self-growth.
Going into counselling might be hard for some, so I will try my best to put you at ease and assist you through the process.
You will have a confidential space where you can talk about concerns and problems.
I offer integrative counselling, which is person-centred and psychodynamic. These approaches are uniquely tailored to you by looking at the present, which can lead to looking at your history and linking it to current concerns.
I'm a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have worked with teens over 16 to mature adults.
I specialise in stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, self-esteem, the inner critic, the inner child, loss, growing up in a dysfunctional home, co-dependency, sexuality, relationships, ADHD and obstacles to wellbeing.
I can work with those in 12-step recovery programs for addictions. Or for those concerned with alcohol, substances, work, sex, spending, fitness, video games and social media.
I am keen on mindfulness and can integrate grounding techniques into the sessions if you like.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am qualified with a CPCAB diploma in counselling and psychotherapy from London Southbank University.
I have worked for NHS Counselling for adults at GP practices. As a student counsellor for teens and young adults, also for Cruse bereavement support.
Before counselling, I had years of experience and a successful career in hospitality management with the ability to get on with people from all walks of life. Over the years, I have lived in several countries in Europe, Asia and Africa. I have engaged with many different cultures professionally and personally, furthermore being open-minded and culturally sensitive with those I meet.
I work with short-term or long-term clients on a variety of issues.
- Abuse
- ADHD
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Codependency
- Depression
- Dysfunctional families
- Inner child
- Inner critic
- LBGTQ+
- Loneliness
- Low self-esteem
- Loss
- Obstacles to wellbeing
- Mental Health
- Relationships
- Sexuality
- Stress
- Trauma
- Work-related stress
- 12 step recovery
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
In my practice, I specialise in areas such as Inner Child Work, addressing the Inner Critic, and supporting individuals who have grown up in or are dealing with dysfunctional family dynamics.
Inner Child Work is a therapeutic approach aimed at recognising and healing childhood trauma. It acknowledges that our behaviours as adults often stem from our childhood experiences. By focusing on our unmet needs and reparenting ourselves, Inner Child Work allows us to embark on a journey of self-discovery. This process helps us understand our behaviours, triggers, wants, and needs, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life.
The Inner Critic refers to that inner voice that judges, criticises, or demeans us, often without any objective justification. A highly active Inner Critic can significantly impact our emotional well-being and self-esteem. Through therapy, we can learn to quiet this critical voice and replace it with self-compassion and understanding.
Engaging in Inner Child Work within a counselling setting offers numerous benefits. By addressing unresolved emotions and traumas from childhood, we can reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. Understanding and nurturing our inner child helps enhance our self-esteem and self-worth. As we heal, we often find that our relationships improve, becoming more authentic and fulfilling. Inner Child Work helps us develop healthier coping mechanisms and emotional regulation skills. Reconnecting with our inner child can empower us to reclaim our passions, dreams, and talents, leading to a more vibrant and empowered life.
Through this compassionate and empathetic approach, I aim to support you in your journey towards healing and self-discovery. Together, we can work towards a future where you feel more connected, understood, and at peace with yourself.
Therapies offered
Fees
£75.00 - £85.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Taking the first steps might be challenging, so I offer a 15-minute free consultation to help you with any concerns. I am offering you a safe space without judgment. We can discuss what you may want to talk about and the number of sessions.
Sessions are £75 for 50 minutes for outdoor therapy or online and £85 in person in the clinic. I have a few spaces on a sliding scale for low-income or financial difficulty. Sessions are weekly at the same time.
When I work
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