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Maria Palej, BACP, NCPS

Supportive therapist for anxiety and relationship challenges
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Relationship support
  • English and Polish

About Maria Palej

Maria Palej works with people who feel socially anxious, overwhelmed or stuck, and with those facing relationship difficulties or family tensions. She supports clients dealing with stress, panic attacks, low mood, and the aftermath of abusive relationships or past trauma. Maria also assists people who feel they are going in circles and cannot move forward, offering practical and reflective support to help create change.

With six years of professional experience, she draws on her clinical training and qualifications to guide her work. Maria holds BACP and NCPS registrations - professional credentials that reflect completed training and a commitment to recognised standards of practice. Her approach is informed by that training and tailored to each person she meets.

As an integrative practitioner, Maria uses Client-Centered methods and Psychodynamic perspectives depending on the needs of the individual rather than a single fixed model. In an initial session she gives clients space to explain why they are seeking counselling, to ask questions about the process, and to begin to decide whether therapy is the right next step. She offers support in English and Polish and practices from the United Kingdom.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Maria Palej have?

Maria Palej has six years of professional experience.

Is Maria Palej a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP and NCPS registrations, which indicate completed professional training and a commitment to recognised standards of practice.

In which languages does Maria Palej provide therapy?

Maria provides therapy in English and Polish.

Where is Maria Palej located?

Maria is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Maria Palej as my therapist?

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

Does Maria Palej work with international clients?

No. Maria does not currently work with international clients.

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

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started 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.

Approaches that guide online therapy and how they help



Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-directive space where the client’s perspective leads the work; it helps people process emotions, build self-understanding, and regain confidence when facing anxiety, relationship struggles or life changes. Psychodynamic Therapy explores patterns from past relationships and experiences that influence present feelings and behaviour; it can be useful for making sense of recurring difficulties, attachment concerns and deeper emotional pain. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple present-moment practices and attention skills to reduce rumination and heighten awareness, which can support people dealing with stress, intrusive thoughts or mood fluctuations.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and is decided collaboratively. Maria will work with each person to identify goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods as therapy progresses to suit individual needs. Registered professionals and therapists often blend approaches in this way to match the client’s priorities.

Online therapy offers practical benefits through flexible formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, access support from home and maintain continuity of care when schedules or locations change, while still allowing meaningful therapeutic work to take place.

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