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Donatella Maschio, BACP

Experienced systemic family psychotherapist
  • Relationship and family therapy
  • Trauma and parenting support
  • Multicultural and workplace issues

About Donatella Maschio

Donatella Maschio is a psychotherapist, counsellor, supervisor and family practitioner with more than 27 years of professional experience working in both private practice and organisational settings. She trained at the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom, where she completed an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy - a postgraduate degree that provided advanced training in therapeutic theory and practice. She then deepened her focus on families and couples by qualifying as a Systemic Family Practitioner at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust, training that specialises in understanding relationships and patterns across families and groups.

Her career has included teaching and management roles on counselling courses as well as therapeutic work across public and private sector organisations. Donatella has applied her skills in a range of settings and currently advises staff on the emotional health of children in residential environments. She brings extensive experience working with couples, families, groups and organisations, and maintains a practice informed by her long-standing involvement in systemic and relational work.

Donatella is an accredited member of BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and is also a member of AFT as a family practitioner. Her background combines clinical practice, supervision and training roles to support individuals and families facing relationship, parenting, trauma and related challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCommunication problemsFamily problemsLife purposeMulticultural concernsWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Donatella Maschio have?

Donatella Maschio has 27 years of professional experience.

Is Donatella Maschio a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Donatella Maschio provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Italian.

Where is Donatella Maschio located?

She is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Donatella Maschio as my therapist?

You can work with Donatella Maschio through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Donatella Maschio work with international clients?

Yes, Donatella Maschio works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Donatella Maschio cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Systemic and Counselling Approaches for Online Support

Donatella draws on systemic family practice and postgraduate counselling and psychotherapy training in her online work. Systemic family practice looks at relationships and interaction patterns within families and close networks - it helps when relationship dynamics, blended family issues or parenting conflicts are impacting wellbeing. Counselling and psychotherapy offers a space to explore emotions, life purpose and personal challenges such as depression or trauma, using conversational, evidence-informed techniques to develop insight and coping strategies.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Donatella works collaboratively with each person or family to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the work as those needs evolve over time. This collaborative stance helps ensure the therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make therapy more flexible and accessible for people with busy schedules or those living further away. These formats allow registered professionals to maintain continuity of care across locations and to offer timely support when it is needed, while accommodating different communication styles and practical needs.

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