Maria Cascarino

• Stress and anxiety
• Depression and anger
• Workplace matters

About Maria

Maria Cascarino offers counselling for stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression and career concerns using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has three years' experience. Maria works in clear, structured sessions and focuses on practical ways to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

Clients can expect focused conversations about what is causing distress and which patterns keep it going. Maria uses CBT methods to identify thoughts, feelings and actions, then tests small changes to see what helps. Sessions include skill practice and simple strategies to manage symptoms day to day.

She has experience with panic attacks, body image worries, social anxiety and workplace issues. Maria also supports people with self-love and women’s issues when these come up in therapy. Her approach is task-oriented and goal-focused, with time given to reflect on progress.

Sessions are suited to people who want a practical, problem-solving style and clear tools to try between appointments. Maria asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the service's booking process. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

Maria provides counselling in English and does not take international clients. If someone wants to begin, they should select the Talk to a counsellor online button and follow the sign-up steps to arrange an initial appointment.

How CBT can be used in online counselling

Maria uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical skills to test and change unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, panic, low mood and workplace stress because it focuses on small, manageable steps and skill practice.

Clients can expect sessions that set clear aims and review progress each time. Maria will work with each person to decide whether CBT techniques are helpful and which exercises to try between sessions. This is a collaborative process where therapist and client check what works and adjust the plan together.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow continuity when people move or travel. They can also make short check-ins or skills practice simpler, but the counsellor and client will agree what suits the person's needs and day-to-day routine.

Topics Maria lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Anger management
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Career difficulties
• Body image
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Self-love
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues

Ways of working

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Questions about Maria

Does she help with anxiety and panic attacks?

Yes. Maria works with anxiety and panic disorder using CBT techniques to reduce symptoms and manage panic episodes.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured approach that looks at thoughts, feelings and behaviours to create practical changes.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of experience providing counselling and using CBT approaches with common mental health concerns.

Is she a registered counsellor in the UK?

Yes. Maria is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.

Can I have sessions in another language?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can people outside the UK book sessions?

No. She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I start with her?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.