Marilyn Hawkes

Marilyn Hawkes is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, eating and mood concerns. She meets clients with a calm, non-judgemental presence and aims to make it easier to talk about difficult feelings. Marilyn uses straightforward language and practical steps in sessions so people can start making changes without feeling overwhelmed.

She draws on approaches that focus on how we relate to others and to ourselves. Attachment-based ideas help look at long-term patterns in relationships. Client-centred work places the person’s experience at the heart of the conversation. Cognitive behavioural tools are used to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of coping.

Marilyn describes her room as open and accepting, where thoughts and feelings can be shared frankly. She helps people set small, achievable goals and explores what gets in the way of reaching them. The focus often includes body image, control issues, guilt and shame, and low mood.

With three years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, she aims to support and empower clients. Sessions are practical and paced to suit each person. People who want to find more balance, purpose or self-kindness often start by talking through what matters most to them.

To begin, clients follow the service’s matching process and schedule a first appointment according to the available times and subscription terms.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Attachment-based therapy looks at the ways early relationships affect current patterns. It can help people understand why they repeat certain dynamics and how to build more secure ways of relating. Client-centred therapy places the person’s experience at the centre of the session and relies on active listening, acceptance and empathy to help someone find their own solutions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, and together they will decide which methods to try. That ongoing conversation makes it easier to adjust techniques if something does not fit.

If you are considering online work, confirm the specific session formats before booking as this profile does not list formats explicitly. Online appointments can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, such as taking a session during a work break or avoiding travel time. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and can reduce barriers like commuting. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly use these options to help clients maintain regular contact and progress between sessions.