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Welcome to
Mark Fielding Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy and Relationship Counselling
Based in South London and Ipswich, Suffolk
About Me
My name is Mark Fielding and I have been a practising psychotherapist for the past 16 years. I am committed to providing counselling and psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I work with both individuals, couples and groups on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.
I started working in private practice around 16 years ago. I have also worked as a Senior Harassment Advisor and Supervisor to the Harassment Advisory Team for a West London Foundation Trust Hospital and more recently as a Relationship Counsellor for Relate. I have previously worked as an NHS manager and also in different roles supporting adults with learning difficulties.
How I work
I am trained to use different approaches to meet the individual needs of clients and couples. These include psychodynamic (looking at the past and how it is affecting us today), systemic (looking at patterns in relationships), mindfulness (paying attention to our thoughts 'in the moment') and positive psychology (research based techniques to increase happiness and resilience). My therapeutic approach is very down to earth which I hope puts my clients at ease.
Click to learn more about how therapy works, and the services I offer.
Neurodiversity
I have worked as a one to one counsellor and relationship counsellor to many neurodivergent clients over the years – such as clients with Tourette’s, Autism, ADHD, and PDA, for instance. I have a great deal of experience in this area and welcome neurodivergent individuals and couples. I am a neuroaffirmative therapist
I am a registered practitioner on the Neuro-affirmative Practitioners Directory. See my Neuro-affirmative practitioners directory here.
I also have a particular interest in working with HSPs (highly sensitive people). Please take a look at the Podcast page to see my vlog on HSPs.
Please see the Neurodivergent Couple's Counselling page, and the ADHD Coaching page.
Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity (GSRD)
I have worked with many LGBTQI+ clients and welcome both individuals and couples from the LGBTQI+ community.
I am experienced in working with clients wishing to explore their gender identity.
I have worked with many individuals and couples practicing ethical non-monogamy. This may be in a polyamorous model or another relationship model other than monogamy.
Qualifications
- CPCAB Level 6 Diploma in Online Therapeutic Supervision
- PgDip Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Diploma in Buddhist Psychology
- Certificate in Online Counselling (100 study hours)
- Certificate in Clinical Hypnosis
- Certificate in Mindfulness and Resilience at Work (Greater Good Science Centre)
- Certificate in Positive Psychology (Greater Good Science Centre)
- Certificate in Existential Well-being Counselling: A Person-Centred Approach.
- NHS Harassment Advisor Training and CPD
- Certificate in Counselling and Interpersonal Skills (Metanoia)
- Certificate in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) (four days skills intensive)
Professional Memberships
- I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
- A senior accredited member of National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
- I am also an accredited relationship counsellor with National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
- A Senior Professional Member and Senior online Supervisor (level 3) of the Association for Counselling & Therapy Online (ACTO) and I abide by their code of ethics.
Groups
- Certificate in Running Mindfulness Groups
- Certificate in Group Facilitation (Gestalt Approach)
- Gestalt in Action (London Gestalt Centre)
Couples Counselling
- CPCAB Level 5 ‘Relate’ Diploma in Relationship Counselling
- Certificate in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level one)
- Treating Affairs and Trauma - Gottman Institute
- Certificate in Emotion Focused Therapy (couples in crisis)
- The Gottman Approach to Neurodiversity in Couples Therapy
Eating Disorders
- Certificate in CBT-E for Eating Disorders (Oxford University)
- Certificate in Counselling for The Bariatric Patient
- Certificate in Working with Binge Eating Disorder
- Masterclass in Eating Disorders
- Certificate in Counselling for the Bariatric Patient
Neurodiversity
- ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Certification Course: Strength-based interventions to thrive with ADHD from Childhood to Adulthood
- Diploma Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating and Neurodiversity (Distinction)
- Certificate in Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating and Neurodiversity
- ADHD and Neurodiversity Interventions for Women: Essential Strength-Based Skills and Tools To Use in Your Clinical Practice.
- Advanced Diploma in Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating and Neurodiversity
What can counselling help with?
Over the last 16 years I have worked with most problems that people can experience, such as but not limited to:
Generalised anxiety
Social anxiety
Depression
Couples counselling
Attachment issues
Bullying
Loss
Relationship issues
Family issues
Highly sensitive people
"We came to Mark after having problems within our marriage, we would argue or ignore each other in times of conflict, not knowing where to turn As a last resort to save our marriage, we looked into having couples counselling sessions. We found Mark to be the ideal counsellor and never looked back once meeting him"
"We experienced Mark as very patient, non-judgemental, warm and a good listener. His guidance was more than we could ever have asked for. Mark allowed us to work through all of our problems and instead of running away from each other, now turn towards each other to communicate in a way that brings us closer and helped save our marriage"
"Mark was extremely helpful to me and I recommend his service very highly. He is caring, open and a fantastic listener. Mark is very knowledgable about a wide range of psychotherapeutic approaches and applies them with great sensitivity and insight”
My location
Please contact me if you would like to book an appointment or have any queries you'd like to discuss. My practice is based in Clapham Common, South London and Ipswich and Colchester, Suffolk.
I am currently offering online sessions via Zoom or sessions by telephone and also some face to face sessions in Ipswich. I have worked online with clients for many years and find Zoom or voice only to be a very effective medium for therapy. Online work is not suitable for everyone though and we would need to assess if it would adequately meet your needs.
Fees & availability
Individual Therapy
(50 minutes) £65
Couples Therapy
(50 minutes) £85
Group Therapy (1.5-hour sessions. 4 session minimum booking and payment in advance required for each 4 session block):
£30 - £40 per session
Clinical Supervision
(1.5 hours) £80 - £95
(60 minutes) £65 - £75
Reach Out Today
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07985247034 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.