Maria Masci

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

About Maria

Maria Masci helps people work through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression using a relational, integrative approach. She works from a belief that a strong therapeutic relationship matters and that clients should have choice and control in their care. Maria is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has six years of professional experience.

She describes her practice as relational and integrative, drawing on humanistic, existential, psychodynamic, behavioural and social psychology influences. Sessions focus on clear, conversational work where the counsellor and client collaborate on what to try next. Maria prioritises respectful, sensitive dialogue and adapts the pace to suit each person.

In practical terms she uses methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Existential Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. That variety allows exploration of past patterns alongside concrete steps to manage day-to-day difficulties. Problems addressed include panic and mood difficulties, post-traumatic stress, addictions, relationship and communication problems, and issues around sexuality and women's health.

Maria also supports people dealing with parenting strain, grief, career questions and life-direction concerns. She can work in English and Portuguese and accepts international clients. Cost varies with location and sessions use a cancellable subscription model.

To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the Talk to a counsellor online button. The initial meeting is used to clarify goals and agree how to work together.

How her approaches translate to online counselling

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on chosen values and practical action. It can be useful for anxiety, mood difficulties and problems with motivation. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a collaborative therapeutic relationship and open conversation to explore what matters to the client and improve self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Maria will discuss which methods fit the person's goals and preferences and adjust the mix as the sessions progress. This is a collaborative process where aims and techniques are agreed between counsellor and client.

Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to see a clinician who speaks English or Portuguese, or to keep continuity when living outside the therapist's country.

Topics Maria lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• ADHD
• Addictions
• LGBT
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Grief
• Parenting issues
• Anger management
• Career difficulties
• Bipolar disorder
• Coping with life changes
• Coaching
• Compassion fatigue
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Communication problems
• Impulsivity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Life purpose
• Mood disorders
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Post-traumatic stress
• Self-love
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues

Ways of working

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Existential Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Trauma-Focused Therapy

Questions about Maria

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. Maria helps people manage stress, general anxiety and panic attacks using conversational and practical methods.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers a relational integrative approach drawing on client-centred, psychodynamic, existential and solution-focused ideas.

What experience does she have?

She has six years of professional experience working with a range of mood, trauma and relationship concerns.

Is she accredited and where is she based?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.

Can I have sessions in Portuguese?

Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

Yes, she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.

How much do sessions cost?

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