The Free Spirit Collective

Mark Samways is a UK-trained Counselling Psychologist and Director of Wellbeing at The Free Spirit Collective. He holds a Master’s in Addiction Psychology and Counselling and a second Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching.

 

He began his career in substance misuse, working with youth offenders in the UK, and has been practising since 2010 with adults and adolescents aged 11 years and above. In 2017, he moved to Dubai to work as a School Counsellor and Head of Wellbeing at Dubai College.

 

Clinically, Mark works extensively with men and fathers, encouraging earlier engagement with mental health support and reducing stigma around seeking help. He adopts a person-centred therapeutic approach, incorporating CBT strategies, and prioritises building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe, non-judgemental space.

 

Alongside his clinical work, Mark partners with schools and organisations to implement strategic wellbeing frameworks, delivering training and workshops that promote proactive mental health and whole-community flourishing.