Business Details
Your Trusted Counsellor in Colchester, Essex
M J P Counselling is an experienced counsellor based in Colchester, Essex, offering tailored therapeutic support for individuals, couples, families, and adolescents aged 11-18. With 16 years of dedicated practice, he employs a person-centred approach alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and emotionally focused techniques to address a wide range of psychological and emotional challenges. His expertise spans assertiveness training, anger management, family mediation, and resolving relationship conflicts, with a focus on creating a non-judgmental space for clients to explore their concerns. Mark's methodology prioritises empathy, active listening, and practical strategies to help clients achieve clarity, emotional regulation, and sustainable personal growth.His work with adolescents addresses anxiety, self-harm, and academic pressures, while couples therapy focuses on breaking destructive communication cycles. Recognised for his down-to-earth demeanor and ability to foster trust, Mark has received consistent praise for transforming relationships and empowering clients to overcome life's challenges. His services are accessible via in-person sessions in Colchester and remote consultations, ensuring flexibility for clients' needs.
Services
Couples Counselling
Adolescent Therapy
Family Mediation
Assertiveness Training
Anger Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 16 years of counselling experience with a focus on practical, client-led solutions.
- Our team uses evidence-based methods including CBT and emotionally focused therapy.
- We provide a non-judgmental space for open, confidential conversations.
- Our approach prioritises long-term emotional resilience over temporary fixes.
- We specialise in transforming relationship dynamics through proven communication techniques.
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
What people say
Fantastic techniques
Non-judgmental environment
Saved our marriage
Down-to-earth demeanor
Empowering personal growth
Services
Couples Counselling
Specialised therapy using Emotionally Focused Therapy to break destructive communication cycles in relationships. Helps couples identify underlying emotional patterns, improve empathy, and establish healthier conflict resolution strategies. Proven effective for married couples, partners with toddlers, and those navigating life transitions.
Adolescent Therapy
Tailored support for ages 11-18 addressing anxiety, self-harm, academic pressure, and family dynamics. Combines person-centred techniques with practical coping strategies to help young people develop emotional resilience and self-awareness while maintaining a non-patronising, empowering approach.
Assertiveness Training
Programme addressing passive or aggressive communication patterns through scenario reframing and boundary-setting techniques. Helps clients develop authoritative communication styles to reduce resentment and improve professional/personal relationships while maintaining emotional authenticity.
Family Mediation
Structured sessions focusing on breaking intergenerational conflict patterns and improving communication. Uses systemic approaches to address emotionally distant relationships, unresolved parental issues, and sibling dynamics while ensuring all family members feel heard and understood.
Anger Management
Specialised programme addressing toxic anger patterns through cognitive restructuring and mindfulness techniques. Helps clients distinguish between healthy assertion and destructive outbursts while developing strategies to manage stress triggers and latent resentment.
Questions
What types of counselling do you offer?
I provide couples therapy, adolescent counselling, family mediation, assertiveness training, and anger management using person-centred, CBT, and emotionally focused techniques.
How long are counselling sessions?
Sessions typically last 50-60 minutes, with flexible scheduling options available for both in-person and remote consultations.
Do you work with clients outside Colchester?
Yes, I offer remote sessions via phone or video call for clients in surrounding areas and can accommodate specific scheduling needs.
What qualifications do you hold?
I am a Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP) with a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and 16 years of clinical experience.
How do you approach adolescent mental health?
My approach combines empathetic listening with practical strategies to address anxiety, self-harm, and academic pressures while respecting young clients' autonomy and perspectives.
Can you help with relationship crises?
Yes, I specialise in crisis intervention for couples using evidence-based techniques to de-escalate conflicts and rebuild communication patterns during challenging times.
