- Integrative approach
- Parenting concerns
- Stress and anxiety
About Maria
Maria Lawrence is a counsellor who aims to make therapy practical and approachable. She uses an integrative style, drawing on a range of therapeutic ideas to suit each person's needs. Her work focuses on helping people recognise what is causing distress and identify realistic goals. Maria writes plainly and listens attentively to what matters most to you.
With four years of experience, Maria helps people navigate common problems such as stress, anxiety and depression. She also supports those dealing with relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, grief, trauma and addiction-related struggles. Other areas she addresses include sleep and eating concerns, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD and coping with life changes.
In sessions she offers a respectful, non-judgemental space for people to talk through their feelings. Conversations are collaborative and tailored to individual needs rather than following a single fixed method. Together clients and Maria identify small, practical steps to try between meetings and review how helpful they feel.
The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes. Maria encourages people to notice what shifts and to adapt the plan as life changes. She works from the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English.
To begin, people use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is then arranged according to the therapist's availability and the site booking process.
How integrative therapy adapts to online work
Maria describes an integrative way of working, which means she draws on different evidence-based techniques and adapts them to each person's needs. Integrative counselling blends conversational approaches with practical strategies to help manage stress, anxiety and mood changes; it is useful for daily life problems and adjusting to new circumstances.Two common techniques used within an integrative model are goal-focused problem solving and reflective listening. Goal-focused problem solving helps break larger worries into manageable steps and tests small changes between sessions. Reflective listening focuses on understanding what someone is feeling and naming those emotions so that next steps become clearer.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Maria will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit best based on their problems, goals and preferences. That process can include trying different ways of working and reviewing what feels most helpful.
The practical benefits of arranging sessions online include fitting therapy around busy days and reducing travel time. The site booking process asks people to complete a short questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability, so it is straightforward to match therapy to routine. Confirm the current session formats before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Maria support?
She works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting, grief, trauma, addictions and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Maria practises an integrative approach, combining ideas from different therapies to suit each person and focusing on practical steps and collaboration.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Maria has four years of experience working as a counsellor.
What professional credential does she hold?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payments handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with this counsellor?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.