Marlene Leach , BACP

Marlene Leach is a United Kingdom based therapist with 14 years of professional experience and membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which denotes her recognised standing in the counselling field. She specialises in areas including anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, narcissistic dynamics in family and work, low self esteem, OCD, addictions, depression, and anger, and offers support for a wide range of life challenges.

Her practice is grounded in the view that each person knows their own story best; she emphasises clients' strengths and collaborates with them to develop practical steps toward change. Drawing on client-centered, emotionally-focused, and existential approaches, she adapts her work to the needs of each individual. Marlene accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English, Italian, and Maltese, offering flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make therapy accessible for different schedules and circumstances.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Marlene Leach uses client-centered therapy to place the client's perspective at the heart of the work, offering a respectful, empathetic space where personal strengths guide the therapeutic journey. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people and couples identify and transform patterns in emotional responses and attachment, which can be especially useful for relationship and attachment concerns. Existential therapy invites exploration of values, meaning, and choice, supporting people who are coping with life transitions, questions about purpose, or feelings of emptiness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process, and Marlene works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques from these frameworks to suit the individual rather than imposing a fixed method.

Online therapy with Marlene is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for different schedules and lifestyles. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals whether a client is local or international, and they allow sessions to be arranged around work, family, or other commitments.