Maria Cascarino , BACP

Maria Cascarino is a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who supports people facing a wide range of emotional and practical difficulties. She approaches therapy with empathy and an emphasis on practical strategies, working collaboratively to identify unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and to build skills that reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.

Sessions are tailored to each person, reflecting the belief that everyone experiences the world differently and benefits from an individualized plan. Maria has experience working with issues such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, depression, anger management, low self-esteem, and procrastination. She also offers focused support for stress, panic attacks, body image concerns, social anxiety and phobia, women's issues, workplace difficulties, and challenges related to career and self-love.

With three years of clinical experience, Maria uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a structured, evidence-informed approach that helps people understand the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and develop concrete tools to change them. She aims to create a non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their concerns and practice new skills between sessions.

Maria holds the credential BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She welcomes inquiries from people ready to begin therapy or those who would like to learn more about the process.

How CBT and online formats support progress

Maria primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a structured approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT often combines practical exercises with reflection to reduce symptoms of anxiety, panic, low mood, and problems like procrastination or anger. It focuses on skills such as cognitive restructuring and behavioural experiments that clients can practice between sessions to see measurable change.

Within the CBT framework, Maria emphasizes skill-building tailored to each person’s goals, whether that means managing panic attacks, improving self-esteem, or addressing workplace stress. She works collaboratively with clients to decide which techniques fit best, adjusting the plan as goals and needs evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility to fit therapy into busy lives. Sessions with Maria can take place by video call or phone, and she also offers live chat and text-based messaging for more immediate or ongoing support. These options make it easier to access consistent help from licensed professionals without travel, allowing therapy to integrate with daily routines and practical commitments.