- Addictions
- Grief support
- Communication
About Martin
Martin Porritt is a BACP-registered counsellor with five years of clinical experience working in the United Kingdom. He focuses on helping people who are coping with addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. He speaks English and accepts international clients.
Martin frames clients as the experts in their own lives. He works collaboratively, helping people notice strengths they already have. In sessions he listens for patterns that keep causing pain and looks for practical steps to reduce reactive responses like frequent outbursts or build-up of resentment.
His approach is pragmatic and straightforward. He helps people talk through what happens before, during and after difficult moments. That can include looking at communication habits, feelings of guilt or shame, and how past experiences affect present reactions. He also supports people dealing with separation, questions of life purpose, and challenges with mood or panic.
Sessions aim to make anger and related problems more manageable in everyday life. Techniques are used to increase awareness of triggers and to develop clearer ways to express needs. Work on forgiveness, rebuilding trust in relationships, or addressing addiction-related patterns are offered when relevant.
Martin asks people to take small, practical steps between sessions. He uses straightforward conversation and exercises to build alternatives to old reactions. To start, people follow the site process to complete a short questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
Therapeutic approaches and remote sessions
Martin works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what happens in everyday life. One common approach he uses involves helping people track the moments that lead to anger and unhelpful reactions, then practising alternative responses in small steps. This helps when frustration builds at work or in close relationships. Another approach he draws on looks at how past trauma or loss shapes present feelings and behaviour, helping people make sense of repeated patterns and reduce their grip on current choices.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client discuss goals, what has helped before, and practical preferences, then try methods that suit the person. That collaborative process means adjustments are made if something does not fit the client's needs or daily life.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list formats. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove the need to travel to an appointment. These practical benefits often help people keep continuity with therapy and apply new skills in their day-to-day routines.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger, plus related areas such as communication problems and guilt.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is collaborative and pragmatic, focusing on identifying triggers, building awareness, and developing practical ways to respond differently.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients; check the site process for any regional details before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
The cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.