Deborah Marku, BACP

Compassionate UK therapist for stress and trauma

Stress and anxiety
Eating and body image
Neurodivergent support

About Deborah Marku

Deborah Marku is a UK-qualified therapist with six years of professional experience who works from a pluralistic viewpoint, drawing on a range of methods to suit each person's needs. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and a Master Diploma from the National Centre for Eating Disorders, a qualification that covers eating-related concerns including obesity. Her practice includes helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating and body image issues, parenting challenges, concentration and memory difficulties, and a range of relationship and family concerns. She also has experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including those with Autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.

Deborah approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own life and already has strengths to build on. She aims to create a respectful, collaborative space where clients can explore goals, develop coping strategies, and work toward a more fulfilling life. Taking the first step often requires courage, and she offers steady support for people ready to begin that process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseEating disordersParenting issuesADHD

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief Intimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Deborah Marku have?

Deborah Marku has 6 years of professional experience.

Is Deborah Marku a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional registration details were provided.

In which languages does Deborah Marku provide therapy?

Deborah provides therapy in English.

Where is Deborah Marku located?

Deborah is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Deborah Marku as my therapist?

You can work with Deborah through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Deborah Marku work with international clients?

No. Deborah does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Deborah Marku cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches for online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them. It focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that align with what matters most, which many find useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical tools to challenge unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and managing day-to-day coping skills.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying strengths and brief, achievable steps toward change rather than dwelling on problems. It can be helpful for people seeking focused, goal-oriented support for issues like relationship challenges, career concerns, or parenting adjustments.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Deborah works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore techniques and adjust the focus as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be held by video call or phone, and sessions or shorter contacts can take place via live chat or text-based messaging. These options help people fit therapy into busy lives and make regular support more accessible when in-person meetings are difficult.

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