Maria Masci, BACP

Maria Masci is a relational integrative psychotherapist who places the therapeutic relationship at the centre of her work, helping clients explore change at a pace that feels manageable for them. She draws on training across humanistic, existential, psychodynamic, behavioural, and social psychology to shape an approach that responds to each person's needs and life context.

With six years of professional experience, Maria is BACP-accredited (MBACP), which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy in the UK. She has supported people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, mood and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress, self-love, sexuality, social anxiety and phobia, and women's issues.

Maria approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the individual's situation. She aims to offer a collaborative space where clients can regain a sense of choice and control over their healing and personal growth. Maria works with clients in English and Portuguese, and she is experienced in supporting people from different backgrounds, including international clients.