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Maria Lawrence, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Maria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Maria. View 2 reviews
Great news, Maria is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

Such a wonderful lady. Warm, attentive and helps bring out your thoughts without ever being overbearing. Gives you all the room you need with just the right amount of guidance to make progress.

Reviewed January 2024

Helpful, warm and kind. She makes you feel safe. Highly recommend.

Reviewed April 2023

More about Maria

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

Life can present us with many challenges. Sometimes, the thought of facing our difficulties alone can be overwhelming, but it may be hard to know where to turn for support. My aim as an Integrative Counsellor is to work collaboratively with you, drawing from a wide range of resources and therapeutic disciplines, to find the approach that feels right for you. Working together in this tailored way, we will be able to recognise your issues, identify your goals, and explore ways in which you may start moving towards a happier, peaceful and more fulfilled way of living.

There may be a current situation you find yourself struggling with, or you may feel events of the past are holding you back. I can offer you a non-judgemental, empathic and respectful space in which to explore your feelings and consider potential solutions.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Self esteem Depression Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 375565 · Expires April 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Maria Lawrence

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

2 reviews

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Clients mention: Warm Attentive Guidance Helpful Recommend Safe Wonderful

Such a wonderful lady. Warm, attentive and helps bring out your thoughts without ever being overbearing. Gives you all the room you need with just the right amount of guidance to make progress.

Reviewed January 2024

Helpful, warm and kind. She makes you feel safe. Highly recommend.

Reviewed April 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Maria Lawrence offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Maria Lawrence works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Maria Lawrence speak?

Maria Lawrence speaks English.

How many years of experience does Maria Lawrence have?

Maria Lawrence has 4 years of experience.

Where is Maria Lawrence licensed to practice?

Maria Lawrence is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Maria Lawrence accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Maria Lawrence does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Maria Lawrence?

Maria Lawrence can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Maria Lawrence?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.