Maria Pencheva, BACP
Maria Pencheva is a counsellor who helps people who are struggling with low mood, anxiety and stress.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +3 more
About Maria
Maria Pencheva is a counsellor who helps people who are struggling with low mood, anxiety and stress. She works with clients facing relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and those who want to build self-esteem. Maria speaks English and Bulgarian and practises from the United Kingdom as a BACP professional.
She aims to create a warm and open space where people can talk without judgement. Maria uses a person-centred style, listening carefully and meeting each person where they are.
Background and approach
She believes the client is the expert in their own life and focuses on strengths as well as difficulties. In sessions she helps people learn to manage strong emotions and build confidence step by step. Practical conversations can include spotting patterns, trying small changes and finding clearer ways to communicate with others.
She also supports people processing trauma-related reactions and panic symptoms. Maria draws on ideas from attachment work and cognitive approaches to help clients make sense of their relationships and thought patterns. She pays attention to meaning and values too, helping people search for purpose or direction when life feels stuck.
Her background includes counselling and positive psychology, plus experience as an interpreter and advocate. That mix informs a practical, down-to-earth style that aims to be respectful and straightforward. Maria’s core goal is to help people feel heard and able to move toward a life that feels more fulfilling.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 407938 | February 2027 |
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
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Maria lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Imago Relationship 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
Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the centre and relies on careful, non-judgemental listening. In remote sessions this approach supports people to explore their feelings at their own pace and feel understood before making changes.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical strategies to test unhelpful thoughts. CBT can be used online to set small experiments, plan steps between sessions and track progress together.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That choice can change over time as priorities shift and new challenges emerge.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect. Video calls let you talk face to face, phone sessions need less bandwidth, live chat is useful for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging can help when writing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family or travel while still working with registered or accredited professionals and therapists.
Frequently asked
What concerns does she help with?
Maria supports people dealing with stress, anxiety and depression, plus relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse. She also addresses areas such as self-esteem, body image, panic and social anxiety.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She offers a person-centred, empathetic approach that focuses on listening and working from the client’s strengths. She also uses attachment-focused thinking and cognitive techniques to spot patterns and try practical changes.
How much experience does she have?
Maria has four years of professional experience supporting people with mood, anxiety and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Bulgarian.
What session formats does she use?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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