HCPC

Maria Mars , HCPC

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Maria

Maria Mars is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist based in the United Kingdom with 27 years of experience delivering specialist psychological support across public, voluntary, and private settings. She has worked with children, young people, and adults and brings extensive experience helping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and identity issues related to race and sexual orientation. Maria integrates evidence-informed methods into her practice, drawing on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Attachment-focused work, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to tailor support to each person's needs. She is registered with the HCPC - the Health and Care Professions Council - which recognises practitioners who meet professional standards for practice.

Maria approaches therapy collaboratively, aiming to create a warm and trusting relationship in which clients can make sense of their experiences and set achievable goals. She strives to empower people to improve their psychological functioning through practical strategies, reflection, and goal-focused interventions. Aware that reaching out for support can feel difficult, Maria focuses on building a constructive working alliance and partnering with clients to plan meaningful steps toward improved wellbeing and coping.

She welcomes individuals seeking help with a wide range of concerns and emphasizes clear communication, realistic goal-setting, and compassionate clinical care throughout the therapeutic journey.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties by teaching practical skills and structured ways to approach problems.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationships, early experiences, and attachment patterns that shape how people relate to others. It can be especially helpful for parenting concerns, attachment issues, identity and relational difficulties, and healing from relational trauma.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT encourages people to clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by accepting difficult feelings while committing to meaningful action. It can support coping with life changes, low mood, and persistent worry through mindful, value-driven strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Maria works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods suit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress is made. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver these approaches in ways that match each person’s pace and priorities.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy or geographically dispersed clients. Video calls and phone sessions provide face-to-face interaction; live chat and text-based messaging allow more flexible, in-the-moment support. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, work, or while traveling, supporting continuity of care and greater access to therapeutic help.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Maria Mars have?

Maria Mars has 27 years of experience providing clinical psychological services.

Is Maria Mars a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is registered with the HCPC - the Health and Care Professions Council, the professional regulator for health and care practitioners in the UK.

In which languages does Maria Mars provide therapy?

Maria Mars provides therapy in English.

Where is Maria Mars located?

Maria Mars is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Maria Mars as my therapist?

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

Does Maria Mars work with international clients?

Yes, Maria Mars works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Mars 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 canceled 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 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesGriefSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaImmigration issuesIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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