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Maria Stannard, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 5 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

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Maria Stannard is a non-binary counsellor who aims to create a calm, respectful space for people feeling overwhelmed. They make it simple to start a conversation and listen without judgement. Maria uses clear language and gentle curiosity to help people make sense of what they are living through.

Maria draws on five years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety and depression. They also support people dealing with trauma and abuse, relationship tension and family problems.

Background and approach

There is particular experience supporting LGBT concerns, grief, eating and self-esteem difficulties. Their practice also includes work with neurodivergence such as autism and Asperger syndrome, alongside issues like body image, dissociation and obsessive-compulsive patterns. Maria helps people who are caring for others and those feeling unusually isolated or empty.

Practical struggles such as communication problems and guilt are part of the focus too. Maria trained as a BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP which indicates professional registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. That registration sits alongside an approach that centres the person’s experience rather than forcing a set plan.

In sessions Maria mixes person-centred listening with elements of existential thinking and trauma-focused work. Conversations move at a steady pace and follow what matters most to the person in front of them. The goal is clearer choices and small, manageable steps towards feeling steadier.

Sessions are offered in English and are available to people in the United Kingdom and internationally. Maria provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.

How Maria’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person’s experience. The therapist reflects what is said and follows the client’s priorities, which helps with issues like anxiety, low mood and problems with self-worth.

Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choices and how people make sense of their lives. It can be useful when someone feels stuck, disconnected or uncertain about purpose and direction.

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on the effects of past harm and on stabilising reactions in the present. It combines careful pacing with practical tools to manage intrusive memories and strong emotions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Maria will talk with the client about their goals and preferences and then decide together which methods feel most helpful. That collaborative conversation can change over time as needs shift.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit therapy around work, school or caring responsibilities. Video calls allow face-to-face contact, phone sessions use less bandwidth, chat can be quick for short check-ins and text messaging suits people who prefer writing. These options give practical flexibility while maintaining the same therapeutic focus and continuity of care.

What concerns does Maria help with?

Maria supports people with stress, anxiety and depression, plus trauma and abuse. They also help with relationship tension, family problems, grief, eating issues and self-esteem.

How would therapy feel in session?

Therapy is person-centred and conversational. Maria listens first, follows what matters to the client and uses simple, practical steps when helpful.

What experience does Maria have?

Maria has five years of professional experience. They have worked directly with neurodivergence and a range of emotional and relational concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

Maria is a BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different routines and preferences.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with Maria?

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

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 5 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Maria

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Maria Stannard, BACP

Background and approach

How Maria’s approaches work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety