- Life purpose questions
- Stress and anxiety
- Workplace issues
About Maria
Maria describes her work as person-centred and practical. She listens to each person's story and uses that as a starting point. Sessions aim to identify small, manageable changes rather than push for sudden fixes.
Her background includes roles in corporate, higher education, psychiatric and not-for-profit settings in Australia and Europe. That experience informs how she talks about cultural difference, transnational lives and stigma related to mental health. Maria also has experience supporting people through midlife shifts and workplace stress.
In session she draws on client-centred methods along with cognitive behavioural strategies and mindfulness practices. Narrative and solution-focused tools are used when they suit the issue at hand. This mix is used to help people clarify priorities and test out new ways of responding to problems.
People who are unsure what comes next often work on clearer decision steps, managing overwhelming thoughts, and improving everyday communication. The process is collaborative and practical, with an emphasis on realistic changes that fit into daily life.
Registration on record
- ACA
- Australia · 4176
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
ACA · Australia
Languages
English
Approaches for online sessions and how they help
Maria commonly uses client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy in session. Client-centred work means the therapist follows the person's story and priorities, offering reflective listening and practical feedback to help people sort through what matters. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviours keep problems going and teaches practical techniques to test new responses and reduce unhelpful patterns.She also uses mindfulness practices to help calm intense reactions and narrative or solution-focused tools when it helps people reframe difficulties or identify next steps. Each approach is described plainly and tied to everyday problems like overwhelm, panic, relationship conflict or uncertainty about life direction.
Choosing an approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences and current situation. That might mean trying different techniques over a few sessions and refining what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and offer alternatives when travel is difficult. The focus is on practical ways to make regular work on life purpose, stress and anxiety fit into everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include workplace issues, panic attacks, multicultural concerns and life purpose.
How would she approach someone feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses a person-centred approach combined with practical tools to break down overwhelming thoughts and identify small steps. Sessions focus on clarifying values and testing manageable changes.
What experience does she bring?
She has seven years' experience working in corporate, higher education, psychiatric and not-for-profit settings in Australia and Europe. That experience shapes her work with cultural diversity and workplace stress.
Which credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds ACA and practises in Australia.
Can I see her if I live overseas or need another language?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Good to know
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