Martin Porritt, BACP

Martin Porritt is a BACP-registered therapist practicing in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He works with people facing addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger, and he also offers support around communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, mood and panic disorders, self-love, and sexuality. Martin approaches each person as the expert on their own life and seeks to build on existing strengths to help clients move through the challenges that bring them to therapy.

Martin emphasizes that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and he aims to provide steady, compassionate support throughout that process. He is registered with the BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and his practice focuses on using evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each individual. Martin works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, explore patterns, and develop practical skills that support lasting change and healing.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online therapy

Martin uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and on processing painful experiences. One strand of his work involves strategies that help people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and coping habits, which can reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning for issues such as mood difficulties, panic symptoms, and problems with self-worth. Another strand focuses on supporting people to process trauma, abuse, loss, and relationship wounds in a paced, respectful way so they can work toward increased emotional regulation and relational repair.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Martin takes a collaborative stance. He will work with each client to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they will decide which techniques to prioritise and how to adapt them over time.

Online therapy with Martin is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving clients options that fit their schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from registered professionals while balancing work, family, and other commitments.