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Mary Lavelle, BACP

Mary Lavelle is a counsellor with seven years of professional experience and a background in psychology.

About Mary

Mary Lavelle is a counsellor with seven years of professional experience and a background in psychology. She holds a degree in Psychology, a degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Mary works with people who are facing stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and other common life challenges.

She prefers a straightforward, humane approach in sessions. Conversations are practical and paced to each person.

Background and approach

Mary aims to make time for what matters most to the client and to address immediate worries as well as longer term goals. In her work she helps with parenting strain, career stresses, sleep problems and anger. She also supports people dealing with compassion fatigue, ADHD challenges and identity issues linked to LGBT concerns.

Sessions focus on understanding patterns, finding small changes that help, and building coping strategies that fit daily life. Mary draws on psychological training and evidence-based tools to shape the work. She describes therapy as a collaborative process where people set the pace.

The emphasis is on clear steps, practical skills and honest conversation rather than jargon. People meet Mary for one-to-one sessions that can include talking therapies and structured approaches such as cognitive-behavioural techniques. She is based in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English, including to international clients.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	201308	July 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Mary lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD

How therapeutic approaches work online

Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate well to online formats. Cognitive-behavioural techniques involve identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviours; they are useful for anxiety, sleep problems and stress. Counselling and integrative psychotherapy focus on understanding patterns, feelings and relationships over time to help people make steady changes in their lives.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences and practical needs, and then shape the sessions together. That collaborative process helps make sure the methods used fit the person rather than forcing a single style.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone works well when internet bandwidth is limited, and text options suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel while keeping the focus on clear, practical progress.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Mary help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and relationship or intimacy issues, plus parenting, career pressures, sleep problems and anger.

What is her approach in sessions?

Sessions are practical and collaborative, using clear steps and psychological tools to address current concerns and build everyday coping strategies.

How much experience does she have?

Mary has seven years of professional experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist within mental health and psychology fields.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She practises in the United Kingdom and lists BACP as a professional credential.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and Mary accepts international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.