Marilyn Thomas, BACP
Integrative UK therapist for relationships and life challenges
- Person-centred approach
- Experience with trauma
- Works with international clients
About Marilyn Thomas
Marilyn Thomas is a UK-based, integrative psychotherapist with five years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She works with issues such as stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, intimacy and sexual concerns, communication problems, low mood and depression, and building self-esteem and confidence, alongside trauma, family dynamics and menopause-related challenges. Marilyn draws on a blend of therapeutic perspectives to suit each person's needs, using a person-centred foundation while integrating psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural and existential ideas when they are helpful.
Her practice emphasizes an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and understood. Marilyn aims to walk alongside people as they take steps toward positive change, offering support, practical strategies and compassionate guidance throughout the process. She enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and tailors her approach to each individual, helping them to identify goals and develop tools to manage current difficulties and build greater wellbeing.
Marilyn holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects professional standards and ongoing commitment to good practice in counselling and psychotherapy.
Her practice emphasizes an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and understood. Marilyn aims to walk alongside people as they take steps toward positive change, offering support, practical strategies and compassionate guidance throughout the process. She enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and tailors her approach to each individual, helping them to identify goals and develop tools to manage current difficulties and build greater wellbeing.
Marilyn holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects professional standards and ongoing commitment to good practice in counselling and psychotherapy.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marilyn Thomas have?
Marilyn Thomas has five years of professional experience supporting people with a range of emotional, relational and life challenges.
Is Marilyn Thomas a licensed therapist?
Yes. Marilyn Thomas is a licensed practitioner in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation.
In which languages does Marilyn Thomas provide therapy?
Marilyn Thomas provides therapy in English.
Where is Marilyn Thomas located?
Marilyn Thomas is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Marilyn Thomas as my therapist?
You can work with Marilyn Thomas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marilyn Thomas work with international clients?
Yes, Marilyn Thomas works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marilyn Thomas 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Marilyn commonly draws on client-centred work, cognitive behavioural therapy and attachment-based ideas when supporting people online. Client-centred therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic environment in which a person can explore their thoughts and feelings and grow at their own pace - it is often helpful for issues around self-esteem, life transitions and relationship concerns. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and develop new coping skills, which can be useful for anxiety, depression and stress management. Attachment-based approaches explore how early relationship patterns affect current emotional responses and can support work on intimacy, communication and long-standing relational difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Marilyn works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences. Sessions evolve over time as priorities change, and the therapist and client decide together on the most helpful path forward.
Online therapy with Marilyn is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into busy lives and to connect across distances. These options make it easier to access consistent support, maintain momentum between sessions and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each individual.