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Maria Barletta, BACP
United Kingdom
Counsellor - Anxiety and Relationship difficulties
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Person-centred listening
- Psychodynamic reflection
About Maria
Maria Barletta is a counsellor and psychotherapist in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience and membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Her practice also addresses attachment issues, codependency, communication problems, panic attacks and other related concerns.
Maria uses a practical, person-focused style. Sessions begin by identifying the problem and clarifying what the client wants to change. She draws on a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centred listening and psychodynamic reflection to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and try different ways of responding.
She sometimes uses guided meditations, visualisations and psycho-imaginative exercises when these suit the client. The emphasis is on clear, manageable steps and on recognising patterns that keep problems going. Clients are invited to test small changes between sessions and report back on what helps.
Maria describes her practice as integrative. She explains options and works with the person to agree practical goals. Sessions cover both current difficulties and the background that feeds them, depending on what the client prefers.
She offers appointments in English and Spanish and bases her work in the UK. People who want to try thinking differently about anxiety, relationships or low mood will find a straightforward, skills-based approach focused on noticing patterns and trying alternatives.
How therapeutic approaches work in online sessions
Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helpful for anxiety, panic and low mood because it focuses on noticing thoughts and testing practical responses. CBT sessions tend to include behavioural experiments, thought records and clear homework tasks to try between meetings.Client-Centred Therapy places emphasis on listening and reflecting what a person says so they can explore their feelings and priorities. This approach is useful when someone needs space to make sense of their experience without pressure to follow a set plan.
Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, choice and responsibility. It is often used when people feel stuck, empty or unsure about life direction and want to examine values and purpose.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with the client and agree a plan based on goals, preferences and what feels most useful in early sessions. This is a collaborative process and may change as progress is reviewed.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking, as the biography does not list specific online or in-person options. Online working can make appointments easier to fit into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make audio-only meetings an option when a camera is not convenient. Ask about practical arrangements when you schedule the first session.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, codependency and panic attacks.
How would she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to test new ways of responding. Sessions include practical exercises and tasks to try between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has four years of professional experience as a counsellor and psychotherapist and additional background working in mental health roles over a longer period.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients book sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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