Maria Lawrence, BACP

Maria uses an integrative framework that draws on a few well-established therapeutic techniques. One common strand focuses on practical coping skills - strategies to reduce stress, manage anxiety and improve sleep through simple, repeatable steps. These tools are aimed at everyday problems like sleeplessness, mood dips and overwhelm.

Another element emphasises talking through past events and current relationships to understand how they affect present feelings and behaviour. This work helps people make sense of grief, trauma-related impacts, and recurring patterns in relationships. Both strands are selected to match the person’s goals rather than applied rigidly.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy itself. The therapist works collaboratively with each client to identify which techniques fit their needs, goals and preferences. That plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat or text messaging to give flexibility. Video lets you see visual cues during conversation. Phone calls can be a quicker option and use less data. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins or days when typing feels easier. These formats make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments.