- Pluralistic approach
- Eating concerns
- Neurodivergence support
About Deborah
Deborah Marku is a counsellor who uses a pluralistic approach and practical therapies to help people make changes. She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating and food-related issues, and challenges around parenting and concentration. Deborah holds a Master Diploma from the National Centre for Eating Disorders and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
She frames people as experts in their own lives and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions focus on clear, manageable steps and on understanding patterns that keep problems going. Deborah draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people live with difficult feelings while moving toward what matters.
Her experience includes work with neurodivergence such as Autism and ADHD, and with issues around body image, chronic illness and codependency. She aims to keep conversations straightforward and goal-oriented, while making space for the emotions that come up.
Clients can expect a mix of short-term problem solving and longer work where needed. Deborah encourages practical experiments between sessions, and reviews progress regularly. The overall aim is to help people find clearer direction and to build coping skills they can use day to day.
She practices in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. People are invited to take a first step when they feel ready, and Deborah supports them through the booking process.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take small steps toward a life that matters to them. It can be useful for anxiety, grief, and chronic stress.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behaviour that cause distress and testing alternatives through practical exercises. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to what matters to the client and try methods that fit their goals and preferences. Sessions may start with short, practical goals and shift as needs change so the work feels relevant and clear.
The practical benefits of online therapy can include easier fitting of sessions into busy days and more consistent attendance. Different session arrangements can suit different needs, so confirm the current session options before booking. Online work still allows for practical exercises, homework and progress checks, which help people practise new ways of coping between sessions.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Deborah commonly work with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating and food-related issues, parenting concerns, concentration and memory difficulties, relationship and intimacy questions, grief and depression.
What therapeutic style does she use?
Her work is pluralistic and practical, blending methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to match each person's needs.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience in the United Kingdom working with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Deborah holds a Master Diploma from the National Centre for Eating Disorders and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Deborah?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.