Maria Palej , BACP, NCPS

Maria Palej is a United Kingdom based therapist with six years of clinical experience who supports people facing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties and the aftermath of abuse. She works with individuals who feel stuck, experience panic attacks or depression, or are navigating complex family dynamics and intimacy-related challenges. Her practice also addresses a wide range of concerns including addiction, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career issues, as well as attachment and abandonment-related problems.

Maria holds BACP and NCPS credentials, indicating professional training and recognised standing within counselling and psychotherapy. She frames her work around the needs of each person, combining compassionate listening with evidence-informed techniques to help clients explore patterns, build coping strategies and move toward clearer choices. Maria draws on multiple therapeutic approaches so that the method fits the person rather than forcing a single model on every situation.

Her approach emphasizes collaboration and respect, offering a non-judgmental space for people to reflect on their experiences and try practical changes. Whether someone is dealing with trauma, relationship strain, neurodiversity-related concerns such as ADHD, or broader life transitions, Maria aims to help them identify realistic steps for progress and greater wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Maria Palej draws on Client-Centered and Psychodynamic approaches alongside Mindfulness techniques to tailor therapy to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and supporting the client to explore their own solutions, which is useful for building self-esteem and improving relationships. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at underlying patterns and past experiences that influence present feelings and behaviors, helping people understand repeated relationship themes or attachment issues. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding practices that can reduce overwhelming anxiety and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Maria works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences and life circumstances, and she adapts techniques over time as progress and needs evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone allow real-time conversation, while live chat and text-based messaging provide options for people who prefer written exchanges or need shorter, more frequent check-ins. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access licensed professionals from different locations.