Clinical author profile
Mark Root leads Therly's psychological content strategy and methodology, adapting evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness into safe, accessible digital support materials.
Experience
20+ years
Therly role
Lead Psychology Expert
Materials
12 articles
Mark helps translate clinical methods into accessible public education for Therly: articles, self-help guides, and safety language around anxiety, burnout, emotional regulation, relationships, and trauma-informed support.
2023-Present
Therly.ai
Leads psychological content strategy and methodology for the AI-powered mental health platform. Adapts CBT, ACT, and mindfulness into accessible conversational formats and reviews materials for clinical safety and scientific accuracy.
2015-2023
Private Practice, London, United Kingdom
Specialised in anxiety disorders, panic attacks, social anxiety, emotional burnout, and relationship difficulties. Worked with over 800 adult clients using CBT and integrative approaches and provided supervision to junior therapists.
2008-2015
NHS Adult Mental Health Services, United Kingdom
Delivered individual and group therapy programmes for anxiety, stress, and trauma-related conditions in publicly funded mental health services and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.
2005-2008
Crisis Psychological Help Centre
Provided immediate support to individuals experiencing acute stress, trauma, and emotional crises, including assessment and short-term interventions.
2005
University College London (UCL)
Rigorous training in evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, psychological interventions, cognitive-behavioural approaches, research methodology, and supervised clinical practice.
2002
University of Manchester
A comprehensive undergraduate degree with specialisation in clinical and cognitive psychology. Graduated with First Class Honours.
2010
Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Training in CBT protocols for anxiety disorders, depression, and emotional regulation.
2012
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Professional training in the MBSR programme developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn.
2014
Official Certification Training
Advanced training in psychological flexibility, values clarification, acceptance, and mindfulness-based behavioural strategies.
2016
Professional certification
Specialised training in working with trauma, PTSD, and complex emotional responses.
Technology
A practical comparison of Wysa, Therly and Abby to help you choose the right AI therapist platform in 2026.
Stress
Understand emotional burnout, why rest stops working, and how to begin recovery with boundaries, support, and realistic pacing.
Self-help
Use focused journaling prompts to reduce mental noise and turn writing into practical emotional regulation.
Self-esteem
Practical exercises to build a kinder inner voice, reduce self-criticism, and increase confidence gradually.
Work
Learn how work stress builds and how to prevent burnout with practical work boundaries and recovery habits.
Relationships
Learn practical boundary scripts that preserve closeness while protecting your energy and safety.
Sleep
Understand how insomnia develops and use practical, non-pharmacological changes to improve sleep quality.
Anxiety
A practical guide for the body and mind during a panic attack, plus recovery steps afterwards.
Depression
Learn common signs of depression, how they differ from ordinary sadness, and what practical steps can help you seek support.
Anxiety
Learn practical tools to regulate anxiety during peak stress, including body techniques, thought work, and behavior steps.
Self-help
Explore what makes online emotional support chat safe and effective, and how to get the most from it.
Technology
Learn how AI-based emotional support can help with reflection, anxiety, stress, and daily check-ins while staying clear about its limits.
Therly's public content is educational and self-support oriented. It does not diagnose, treat, prescribe medication, or replace care from a qualified clinician or emergency service.
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