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Maria Baxendale Hume, BACP

BACP registered UK therapist supporting personal growth
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship guidance
  • Career and confidence

About Maria Baxendale Hume

Maria Baxendale Hume is a UK-licensed therapist with ten years of professional experience and BACP membership - BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She specialises in supporting people who are struggling with stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, motivation and confidence, self-esteem concerns, and career-related challenges. Drawing on a calm, empathetic manner, Maria aims to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about honestly and without judgment.

She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, working with each person to explore what is getting in the way of a more fulfilling and happier life. Maria recognises that reaching out for help takes courage, and she focuses on practical, compassionate support that empowers clients to take manageable steps toward change. Her style balances structure with warmth, offering guidance while respecting each person s pace and priorities.

Whether someone is seeking short-term help to navigate a specific difficulty or longer-term work to build resilience and clarity, Maria provides steady support and practical tools to help people move forward. She is committed to helping clients find greater wellbeing and renewed confidence as they work toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Maria Baxendale Hume have?

She has 10 years of professional experience.

Is Maria Baxendale Hume a registered therapist?

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

In which languages does Maria Baxendale Hume provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Maria Baxendale Hume located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Maria Baxendale Hume as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Baxendale Hume through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Maria Baxendale Hume work with international clients?

Yes, Maria Baxendale Hume works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Baxendale Hume 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

How ACT, CBT, and Existential Therapy Work Online

Maria Baxendale Hume uses evidence-based approaches that translate well to remote sessions, helping clients explore thoughts, feelings, and values in practical ways. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and emotions without getting stuck in them, and to take meaningful action aligned with their values; it can be effective for anxiety, low motivation, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to change behaviours and emotional responses; it is commonly used for stress, anxiety, low mood, and confidence issues. Existential Therapy explores questions of meaning, identity, and choice, offering space to address life changes, relationship concerns, and deeper questions about purpose.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Maria works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions and techniques so the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing work, family, or geographic distance. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access registered professionals from different locations, and fit therapy into everyday life while keeping the focus on practical progress.

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