Marilyn Hawkes, BACP

Marilyn Hawkes is a UK-registered therapist with three years of professional experience and a BACP credential, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and a commitment to recognised professional standards. She supports adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, eating concerns, depression, family challenges, grief, and parenting issues. Marilyn also works with issues related to attachment, body image, communication problems, control struggles, separation and divorce, forgiveness, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, mood disorders, panic, self-love, social anxiety, and workplace concerns.

Her practice is grounded in creating an open, nonjudgmental space where feelings and thoughts can be explored honestly. Marilyn aims to collaborate with each person to identify practical steps and personal strengths that help them move toward greater wellbeing. She recognises that seeking change takes courage and offers supportive, empowering guidance as people take those first steps toward a more satisfying life. Marilyn adapts her approach to each individual while maintaining a focus on respect, empathy, and practical outcomes.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Marilyn uses approaches such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor care to each person's situation. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence present-day connections and can help with attachment issues, relationship difficulties, and trust concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on providing empathetic, nonjudgmental support so individuals can explore their feelings and make personal choices that align with their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to address anxiety, mood challenges, and unhelpful patterns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marilyn works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with Marilyn is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access ongoing support, maintain consistency in sessions, and integrate therapy into daily life, especially when in-person meetings are difficult.