Life can be tough…
Sometimes we need help and support getting through life. Seeking the support of a therapist offers the chance to reshape, consider, explore, reflect and change aspects of your life. My areas of speciality are:
Working with men | Gender | Sexuality | Relationships | Anxiety | Work/Life balance.
I work with individuals, couples and groups in an active, supportive and professional manner. My approach is based on existential philosophy which informs my specific work with you. This means your values, your choices and your beliefs take centre stage and underpin our work together. Of course, we can discuss how therapy works if you choose to take the next step and make contact after looking around this site.
Professionally I have a doctorate in existential psychotherapy and counselling and also a MSc in counselling psychology. I am fully accredited by BACP and UKCP. I have many years experience working in the NHS, both in general practice and also within a service specialising in sexual health, gender and sexuality. This work taught me the importance of relationships, the impact of stress and anxiety, the complex nature of human interactions and the power of talking openly, honestly and without judgement. To complement this work, my doctoral research explored the experiences of straight men in relationship therapy.
Together, with hard work and focus, we can make a difference to whatever bought you here today…
Contact
➤ LOCATIONs
Currently only accepting new clients online
Livery Place, 35 Livery Street, Birmingham, B3 2PB
Harley Street, London, W1G 9PL
In your home or office (by negotiation)
☎ CONTACT
info@drmarkpaget.com
£ fees
Online sessions £80 for 50 minutes
Areas of Practice
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Time and space to explore in a supportive, confidential and professional space. I will listen, be along side you and offer, where appropriate, expertise. I don’t give advice or choose a particular direction for you, instead we explore what’s happening in your life together, as a team.
COUPLES / RELATIONSHIP THERAPY
Being in-the-world with others isn’t always easy. I have experience of working with same-sex, heterosexual and asexual couples and triads. Irrespective of the composition of your relationship, I offer a safe-space to explore what is happening in your relationship. In addition, my doctoral research explored the experience of straight men in couples therapy.
SUPERVISION
I offer existential supervision to other therapists, both those in-training and those who are qualified. Supervision is a safe space where the therapist can let their feelings and thoughts roam free, where unformed hunches can be spoken about and explored. It is also a place of nurture, support and comfort for the therapist.
GROUP WORK
Similar to traditional family therapy, group work enables multiple parties to examine what is happening between them. This work is as useful for business and commercial relationships as it is personal.
GENDER & SEXUALITY Workshops/TRAINING
Gender and sexuality diversity training offers insights into human sexuality and gender identity. As well as covering identities that are not the majority such as trans, gender-queer, asexual, gay, bisexual and furry, this training also examines cisgender, heterosexual identities and presentations. The training can also include sexual health and negotiating intimacy.
RESEARCH
I have a research interest in all aspects of gender and sexuality, particularly gender-roles, male heterosexuality, asexuality and relationships.