Maria Monk, BACP
Maria Monk is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- +9 more
About Maria
Maria Monk is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has five years of professional experience and supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family difficulties, parenting challenges and depression. Her approach is warm and straightforward, aimed at helping people feel heard and understood quickly.
In sessions she focuses on building a trusting space where someone can talk through painful thoughts and strong feelings without fear of judgement.
Background and approach
She listens closely and reflects what she hears so clients can notice patterns and make clearer choices. Maria encourages small, practical steps that fit everyday life rather than big, sudden changes. She draws on several therapeutic approaches to tailor sessions to each person.
That might mean exploring early attachment experiences, working with values and present-moment action, or offering a client-centred space to follow what matters most to the client. Conversations are guided by the client’s goals and pace. Maria also works with people facing grief, career uncertainty, anger, caregiver stress, and life transitions such as divorce or blending families.
She pays attention to how issues like guilt, shame, and questions of life purpose affect daily coping. Sessions are delivered in a calm, non-technical way to make therapy easy to follow. The emphasis is on practical understanding and steady progress so people can feel more capable and in charge of their next steps.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 383312 | October 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Maria works with
Everything Maria lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Coping with life changes
- Grief
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Blended family issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Self-love
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Maria lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. It can help people understand why they react strongly in close relationships and find new ways of relating that feel safer and more satisfying.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and adapt methods based on each person’s goals, pace and preferences. Decisions about focus and techniques are made collaboratively rather than fixed from the start.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions work well when bandwidth is low or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing or need ongoing brief support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and other commitments while working with registered or accredited professionals.
Frequently asked
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, grief, anger, career questions and depression.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm, straightforward and client-centred, with an emphasis on listening, reflection and practical steps that fit daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and life concerns.
What credentials and region apply?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use 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 according to the therapist’s availability.
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