Mari Syrad, BACP

Mari Syrad is a BACP registered psychotherapeutic counsellor who supports people navigating stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and major life changes. With three years of experience, she offers a compassionate, person-centred approach that aims to help clients make sense of difficult experiences and find practical ways to cope when life feels overwhelming.

Mari trained as an Integrative Humanistic Counsellor, a background that draws on diverse therapeutic ideas while keeping the individual at the centre of the work. She believes that people are the experts on their own lives and that growth and healing are possible when a supportive therapeutic space is available. Her practice welcomes individuals facing bereavement, trauma, pregnancy or divorce transitions, struggles with addiction, concerns about intimacy and body image, and a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties.

During sessions Mari focuses on creating a steady, supportive environment and works at a pace that suits each person. She combines gentle challenge with attentive listening to help clients explore feelings, patterns, and choices. Mari invites those seeking help to get in touch to arrange an initial appointment and to begin exploring what might help them move forward. (BACP stands for British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.)

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Mari brings client-centred and existential approaches into her online practice, offering ways to explore personal meaning and strengthen self-understanding. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathic listening and creating a respectful, non-directive space where the client leads the pace of change; it helps with everyday stress, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem concerns.

Existential Therapy invites reflection on values, choice, and the challenges of life transitions. It supports people wrestling with questions about purpose, loss, and how to respond to difficult circumstances without prescribing fixed solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Mari works collaboratively to identify which methods suit each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She discusses options openly and adapts her approach as the work unfolds so that clients feel involved in shaping their therapy.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of formats can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or health needs, and can broaden access for those who prefer remote support. Registered professionals can tailor session length and style to fit what works best for the individual.