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Maria Masci, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 6 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English, Portuguese
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression ADHD

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Maria Masci is a counsellor who builds work around a strong therapeutic relationship. She is BACP accredited, has six years' experience, and offers sessions in English and Portuguese. Maria aims to help people find more control and choice as they move through difficult times.

She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression, and also supports people facing addiction, ADHD and mood disorders. Maria works with concerns related to relationships, parenting, grief, career change and compassion fatigue.

Background and approach

She also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment, impulsivity and loneliness. Maria uses an integrative approach that draws on client-centred ideas, existential thinking and psychodynamic perspectives alongside solution-focused and acceptance and commitment methods. In practice this means listening first, then shaping a plan together that fits the person's needs and goals.

Sessions are organised around practical steps as well as reflecting on patterns that matter. Consultations are conversational and paced to the individual. Maria aims to be respectful and direct, encouraging people to notice what is working and to try different responses between sessions.

She invites clients to set priorities and to test small changes as part of their progress. International clients can be seen and therapy is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging. Maria explains the process, agrees goals with each person, and adjusts the approach as the work unfolds.

Therapeutic approaches applied to online care

Maria often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and commit to actions that match their values. ACT is practical for anxiety, mood issues and when someone wants clearer direction in life.

She also draws on Client-Centred Therapy which focuses on listening, empathy and building a trusting relationship. This approach helps when someone needs space to make sense of experiences and to feel understood.

Finding the right method is part of the work. Maria will talk with each person about their goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which approach or mix of approaches to try and make adjustments as progress is made.

Online formats make therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and non-verbal cues, phone sessions suit those who prefer not to be on camera, and live chat or text messaging can be used for shorter check-ins or when typing feels easier. These options help fit therapy around work, family commitments and different time zones while keeping the focus on making steady progress.

What issues does Maria commonly help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Additional areas include addictions, ADHD, relationship and parenting concerns, grief and career changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is relational and conversational. Maria listens first, then collaborates on a practical plan using a mix of approaches suited to the person.

What experience does she bring?

Maria has six years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and life challenges. She combines different approaches to match individual needs.

Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?

She practises from the United Kingdom and is BACP accredited. That is the credential noted for her professional standing.

Which languages are offered and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese, and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions run on a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 6 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English, Portuguese

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Maria Masci, BACP

Background and approach

Therapeutic approaches applied to online care

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety