Martin Porritt
Counselling that focuses on strengths and practical change
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About Martin
Martin Porritt is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He holds BACP accreditation, which is shown as BACP. He focuses on helping people who are struggling with addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger.
He works from the view that each person knows their story best and brings strengths to the work. Sessions aim to draw out those strengths and apply them to the issues that feel overwhelming.
Background and approach
Martin keeps language plain and practical so people can follow each step during meetings. Martin helps people talk through communication problems, separation and divorce, and feelings of guilt or shame. He also supports those seeking greater self-love, clarity about life purpose, or relief from mood and panic symptoms.
Conversations focus on what is most pressing and useful for the individual. He takes a collaborative stance and encourages people to set small, achievable goals. Work may include reflecting on past events, noticing patterns, and trying new ways of relating to oneself and others.
Progress is measured in tangible changes people can notice between sessions. If someone wants to begin, the usual first step is a short assessment to clarify aims and preferences. From there, sessions are planned around what the person hopes to change and how they want to take steps towards it.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 5
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 408328
- Languages
- English
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Martin's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Martin works with
Everything Martin lists, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-love
- Sexuality
How Martin works online
Another approach concentrates on processing past hurt and reducing the way traumatic memories shape current reactions. It supports people who are dealing with trauma, abuse, grief or long-standing relationship pain by helping them make sense of distressing events and their effects.
Finding the right approach usually happens together. The therapist will talk through your main concerns, goals and preferences, and then agree on methods to try. This collaborative process allows adjustments if something does not feel like a good fit.
Confirm the precise session formats before booking as the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, such as fitting sessions around work, saving travel time, or choosing a shorter check-in when time is limited. It also allows people in different locations to connect with registered or accredited professionals without needing to travel.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems can be discussed in sessions?
Martin works with people facing addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. He also addresses related concerns such as communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses straightforward, practical conversations and helps clients identify their own strengths. The approach is collaborative and focused on small, achievable goals that fit daily life.
What experience does he bring?
He has five years of professional experience working in counselling and psychotherapy settings. That experience includes helping people cope with addictions, trauma, grief, and relationship problems.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is shown with BACP accreditation and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
He accepts international clients; please check logistical details and time zones when arranging sessions.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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