Marieke Winkel, BACP, NCPS
Trauma-informed EMDR psychotherapist
- Trauma and abuse
- EMDR specialist
- English and Dutch
About Marieke Winkel
Marieke Winkel is a psychotherapist and EMDR specialist with 11 years of experience helping people recover from trauma, abuse, and a range of mental health challenges. She combines clinical experience from the NHS, private practice, and specialist services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse to offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach to care.
Marieke serves as Counselling Manager at The Snowdrop Project in Sheffield, provides EMDR therapy nationwide through Xyla Digital Services, and tutors trainee counsellors with Chrysalis. Her practice draws on postgraduate training in psychotherapy, EMDR accreditation, and a BSc in Humanistic Integrative Counselling, blending practical skills with a human-centered emphasis on the therapeutic relationship.
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), and brings an international perspective informed by earlier social work and research roles in the Netherlands. Marieke’s work focuses on trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, and coping with life changes, with additional attention to issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, chronic pain and illness, codependency, dissociation, and domestic violence.
Clients benefit from her emphasis on safety, careful assessment, and tailored treatment planning, and she remains engaged in education, advocacy, and professional development to support healing and resilience.
Marieke serves as Counselling Manager at The Snowdrop Project in Sheffield, provides EMDR therapy nationwide through Xyla Digital Services, and tutors trainee counsellors with Chrysalis. Her practice draws on postgraduate training in psychotherapy, EMDR accreditation, and a BSc in Humanistic Integrative Counselling, blending practical skills with a human-centered emphasis on the therapeutic relationship.
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), and brings an international perspective informed by earlier social work and research roles in the Netherlands. Marieke’s work focuses on trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, and coping with life changes, with additional attention to issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, chronic pain and illness, codependency, dissociation, and domestic violence.
Clients benefit from her emphasis on safety, careful assessment, and tailored treatment planning, and she remains engaged in education, advocacy, and professional development to support healing and resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marieke Winkel have?
Marieke Winkel has 11 years of experience.
Is Marieke Winkel a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: BACP, NCPS.
In which languages does Marieke Winkel provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Dutch.
Where is Marieke Winkel located?
Marieke is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Marieke Winkel as my therapist?
You can work with Marieke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marieke Winkel work with international clients?
Yes, Marieke works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marieke Winkel 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.
EMDR, Attachment Work, and Online Therapeutic Support
Marieke uses EMDR to address the impact of traumatic memories by guiding clients through structured attention and eye movement techniques that can reduce the intensity of distressing recollections and help reintegrate those experiences into everyday life - this approach is often helpful for survivors of abuse and other trauma.She also works from an attachment-based perspective, exploring how early relational patterns shape current relationships and emotional responses; this helps people understand long-standing fears around trust, abandonment, and intimacy and supports the development of more secure connections. In addition, her client-centered stance prioritizes the person’s own goals and pace, offering empathic listening and collaboration to build insight and self-directed change.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Marieke collaborates with each person to identify what fits best with their needs, goals, and preferences. Registered professionals and therapists will adapt methods as work progresses so that care remains responsive and relevant.
Online therapy with Marieke is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or those living at a distance. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access therapeutic support from wherever someone is located, while allowing choices about pace, format, and frequency of sessions.