- Practical support
- Evidence informed
- English sessions
About Mary
Mary Lavelle is a counsellor with a background in psychology and seven years of direct practice. She holds a Degree in Psychology, a Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and uses that combined experience to support people with everyday challenges.
She talks simply and clearly with clients about what matters now. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking, not on jargon. Many people come to her feeling stressed, burnt out, unsure about relationships, or unsure how to parent through change.
Mary draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside integrative counselling ideas. She tailors conversations to each person’s situation and pace, helping them spot patterns and try small changes. This can help with anxiety, sleeping problems, low self-esteem and managing anger.
She also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, LGBT-related issues, intimacy concerns, compassion fatigue, career transitions and ADHD-related challenges. The approach is collaborative - she listens, reflects, and suggests practical tools to try between sessions.
Sessions are held from the United Kingdom and are delivered in English. Mary works with people who want coaching-style support as well as longer therapeutic work. Prospective clients complete a short questionnaire to match with her and schedule sessions according to her availability.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Mary uses a mix of integrative counselling ideas and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques. Integrative counselling means she combines listening, reflective conversation and practical exercises to suit each person. This can help people clarify values, notice patterns and try new ways of coping.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as taught through her Post Graduate Diploma, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It typically involves short, focused tasks and simple skill-building for anxiety, sleeping difficulties, low mood and anger management.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to decide what feels most helpful. Together they set goals, review what works, and adjust methods if needed to match life circumstances and personal preferences.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people try therapy from different locations and move between coaching-style sessions and longer therapeutic work more easily.
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Primary focus
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, anger and low self-esteem, as well as relationship and intimacy issues and parenting strains.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is plainspoken and practical, combining integrative counselling ideas with techniques from evidence-based approaches to help people make small, manageable changes.
What is her professional background?
She has seven years of practice experience and earlier study in psychology and mental health across different roles over two decades.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to her availability.