Maria has been a great help over the past few months. I’ve been able to find a mental space that works for me. While I do still have various troubles that are due to external factors, Maria has helped me find ways to manage them. Its just me letting the side down
Maria Steel, 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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Maria. View 15 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Maria is an absolute angel! I've e only been in therapy with Maria for 4 weeks now but she has helped me so much in such a short amount of time! I'd 100% recommend her as a therapist!
More about Maria
- 11 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am licensed in the UK with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Codependency
Commitment issues
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 396739 · Expires January 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Maria Steel
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Maria has been a great help over the past few months. I’ve been able to find a mental space that works for me. While I do still have various troubles that are due to external factors, Maria has helped me find ways to manage them. Its just me letting the side down
Maria is an absolute angel! I've e only been in therapy with Maria for 4 weeks now but she has helped me so much in such a short amount of time! I'd 100% recommend her as a therapist!
Maria is a wonderful therapist; attentive, deeply caring and a lovely person.
Maria has helped me to become happier with myself. If you got her as your therapist, you are very lucky!
Maria is brilliant, clearly very experienced & empathetic with very good suggestions
In such a short time, Maria has helped me rationalise things and identified key behaviours which have been huge issues in my life. I look forward to our time together and I'm so grateful that she listens and takes care to communicate with me in a beneficial, constructive way.
Great therapist, would recommend.
Maria has been a wonderful therapist. I've managed to open up and be myself. We've set goals and boundaries that are realistic and comfortable. Maria, along with the betterhelp classes, has helped me question myself and others in a lot more calmer, grounded mindset which has made me a lot happier person.
Maria is absolutely fantastic. She’s kind and very understanding. She knows how to support me in ways that encourage my independence and raising self-awareness.
Maria is simply excellent. She has been such a great help!
I have tried therapy several times in my life before being matched with Maria and this is the only time I have stuck at it. I love how she meets me where I am every week and doesnt have a very prescriptive formula for working through my past traumas. She has allowed me to build a raport with her over time so that I feel safe to go into the very dark corners of my past without leaving me feeling totally overwhelmed at the end of the session. I am very glad she is on my journey with her and would highly recommend her to others.
Maria is an excellent therapist. She really listens to my concerns and offers valuable prompts for reflection and insight. She is warm and personable and I truly feel I can talk with her about anything and still feel safe.
Maria has been such an enormous help in helping me through episodes of anxiety. She has helped me to recognise behaviours in myself and to understand myself on another level. Therapy has been such a positive experience for me and has changed the way I view myself. I leave every session feeling lifted, reassured and confident to face my day. I cannot thank Maria enough!
Very good
Maria listens and does not pass judgment or belittle my feelings. She offers practical steps to help. She is punctual and a good match for my needs
Frequently asked questions
Does Maria Steel offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maria Steel 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 Steel speak?
Maria Steel speaks English.
How many years of experience does Maria Steel have?
Maria Steel has 11 years of experience.
Where is Maria Steel licensed to practice?
Maria Steel is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Maria Steel accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Maria Steel accepts 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."
What treatment approaches does Maria Steel offer?
Maria Steel offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Maria Steel?
Maria Steel 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 Steel?
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.
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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.