Mary Hollow, BACP
Mary Hollow is a counsellor with 23 years of experience in the United Kingdom and a BACP credential.
About Mary
Mary Hollow is a counsellor with 23 years of experience in the United Kingdom and a BACP credential. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief and depression. Her approach starts with listening closely to each person so sessions match their needs and goals.
She offers straightforward, practical support for major life changes and ongoing struggles. That includes work on addiction, anger, self-esteem and finding purpose. She also helps with career pressures, relationship difficulties and social anxiety or phobia.
Background and approach
Mary uses conversational, person-focused methods so people feel heard. She combines client-centred ways of working with techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy when that is helpful. The mix is selected to suit what each person says they need in the moment.
Sessions typically look at patterns of thinking and behaviour that keep problems going. They also make space for grief, forgiveness and emotions tied to trauma and shame. Treatment plans are agreed together and adjusted over time.
Mary aims to provide clear, calm guidance for people who feel stuck or overwhelmed. She supports practical steps as well as emotional processing. If you want a straightforward counsellor who works at your pace, her approach focuses on collaboration and real-life change.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 195133 | February 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Mary works with
Everything Mary lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Communication problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Mary lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the person about their needs, goals and preferences and suggest a way forward. That plan is shaped jointly and can change as things progress so the method fits the person, not the other way round.
Online therapy makes those approaches accessible through several formats. Video calls let the conversation feel close to an in-person meeting. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a brief check-in. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer writing or need flexible, shorter contacts. These options help fit therapy around work, family and travel while keeping the focus on making steady progress.
Frequently asked
What issues does this counsellor help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and coping with major life changes, plus concerns like addiction, anger and career pressure.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses a person-centred way of working and brings in cognitive behavioural therapy techniques when useful. The focus is on listening first and then agreeing practical steps together.
How long has she worked in this field?
She has 23 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and holds a BACP credential as listed.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted and sessions can be arranged across borders in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist factors; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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