Deborah Marku, BACP
UK therapist for stress and eating issues
- Stress and anxiety support
- Eating disorder expertise
- Neurodiversity-aware practice
About Deborah Marku
Deborah Marku is a United Kingdom based therapist with six years of professional experience and a pluralistic approach to care. She combines focused training in eating disorders with broad experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, parenting challenges, and difficulties with concentration and memory. Deborah holds a Master Diploma from the National Centre for Eating Disorders, an advanced qualification that covers eating and weight-related concerns including obesity, and she is also accredited by the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates professional membership and adherence to recognised practice standards.
She has worked with neurodivergent clients, including people with Autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, and draws on a range of therapeutic methods to meet each person's needs. Deborah frames clients as the experts of their own stories and looks to build on existing strengths while addressing what feels overwhelming or unmanageable. Taking the first step towards change is acknowledged as an act of courage, and her role is to offer steady support and practical guidance throughout that process.
Using a pluralistic stance, Deborah tailors interventions to the individual rather than applying a single technique to every situation. Her practice emphasises collaboration, respect for lived experience, and flexible strategies to help people move toward greater wellbeing and day-to-day functioning.
She has worked with neurodivergent clients, including people with Autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, and draws on a range of therapeutic methods to meet each person's needs. Deborah frames clients as the experts of their own stories and looks to build on existing strengths while addressing what feels overwhelming or unmanageable. Taking the first step towards change is acknowledged as an act of courage, and her role is to offer steady support and practical guidance throughout that process.
Using a pluralistic stance, Deborah tailors interventions to the individual rather than applying a single technique to every situation. Her practice emphasises collaboration, respect for lived experience, and flexible strategies to help people move toward greater wellbeing and day-to-day functioning.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Deborah Marku have?
Deborah Marku has six years of professional experience.
Is Deborah Marku a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds accreditation with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional license details were provided.
In which languages does Deborah Marku provide therapy?
Deborah provides therapy in English.
Where is Deborah Marku located?
Deborah is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Deborah Marku as my therapist?
You can work with Deborah through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Deborah Marku work with international clients?
Deborah Marku does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Deborah Marku cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Deborah draws on evidence-informed methods to guide online work in ways that are practical and tailored to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - helps people notice unhelpful mental patterns, clarify personal values, and take committed action toward a more meaningful life; it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, providing structured strategies for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and sleep or concentration problems. Solution-Focused Therapy offers brief, goal-oriented techniques that concentrate on strengths and small steps forward, and can be helpful when clients want targeted change in specific areas.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Deborah works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process may combine elements from different models so that therapy aligns with each person's life and priorities.
Online therapy with Deborah is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for those balancing work, family, or mobility limitations. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support across different formats, making it easier to maintain regular sessions and to access help from where you are.