Counsellor profile
Martin Porritt, BACP
Counsellor - addictions and relationships
See online counselling options- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Grief and loss
About Martin
Martin Porritt is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with five years of experience. He works with people facing addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients from the United Kingdom.
He takes an integrative approach that draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques. He starts by listening to each person's story and looks for their existing strengths. The aim is to help people manage difficult feelings and practical problems rather than to label them.
In sessions he helps people talk through relationship problems, communication breakdowns, separation and divorce matters, and the fallout from trauma. He also supports work on guilt, shame, forgiveness and questions about life purpose. Practical coping strategies are part of the work when needed.
People dealing with mood disorders, panic attacks, sexual concerns or addiction-related issues can address these directly in sessions. He uses straightforward language and focuses on actions that can be tried between meetings. Expect a steady, problem-solving style rather than jargon.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Martin uses an integrative, evidence-based approach that draws on well-established counselling techniques. One common strand is problem-focused work that looks at current patterns and practical coping strategies. This helps with issues such as panic attacks, mood fluctuations and managing anger by teaching steps to try between sessions. Another strand is relational work that examines communication and interaction patterns in relationships. This approach helps people improve conversations, set boundaries and make changes during separation or after loss. Both approaches use clear, structured methods rather than technical language. Finding the right approach is a shared task. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and suggest options to try. You and the counsellor will review what works and adjust the approach over time, so the work stays practical and relevant. Confirm the current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online counselling can make it easier to fit meetings around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk to him during the sign-up process about the format that best fits your schedule and circumstances.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and anger as primary concerns. Additional focus areas include communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, and life purpose.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative, evidence-based approach and focuses on practical ways to manage feelings and behaviour. The work emphasises listening to your story and building on your strengths.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of counselling experience. That experience has included work with people dealing with addiction, trauma, relationships and grief.
Which professional body is he a member of and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices from the United Kingdom.
In what languages can I have sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. The sign-up process will provide the exact formats offered.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions operate via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees are given during sign-up.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online counselling options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. This starts the process of arranging your initial meeting.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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