Maria Marchant

If you are considering how therapy can support you through challenging life events, I am here to help you by offering a safe and confidential space in which you can begin to examine what may feel impossible right now to resolve by yourself; without fear of being judged and experience, perhaps for the first time, a real feeling of being heard. I work by exploring your thoughts, emotions and life story so far, with the aim of both of us understanding & together making sense of the difficulties you are experiencing. Together, we will then seek a way of helping you find the answers that truly lie within you.

I have experience of working with clients on issues such as depression and low mood, anxiety, loss and bereavement, low self-esteem, anger management, abuse, relationships difficulties, work related issues, addiction, exam stress, child and adolescent issues, adoption and fostering, health issues, personal development and general counselling.

I'm not your typical therapist. I'm approachable and curious about life.  I believe that therapy should reach into your soul, make you feel heard & support the changes you want to make. I don't feel that therapy should be a stale, clinical, sterile experience. I want you to be comfortable, safe enough to be vulnerable & recognise your strength for personal positive growth.

I am delighted to be able to offer face to face,  on-line or telephone counselling and I have my own therapy practice room, which is located in Chislehurst.   

I will send you specific instructions for finding me when you have made your first therapy session booking.

The location of my practice is easily accessible by train (Chislehurst or Sidcup) with bus links dropping you practically at my door. I am conveniently located close to the A20.

I am also accredited so can accept clients with private health care for BUPA, AXA, Aviva, WPA and Vitality.

 My session rates are available via my website which are detailed on this BACP page.  

I am qualified to provide supervision for:-

Counsellors in private practice
Counsellors in training.  I can also provide relevant reports required.
Counsellors individual/groups working within organisations.

Reduced rates for trainee therapists, requiring counselling hours.

Please refer to my website for full details. 

My original training was person centred and psychodynamic, however, I have added CBT to my toolbox to allow further enhancement when working with clients and therapists. I have experience of working with both children and adults, covering a wide range of issues.

My aim as a supervisor is to build healthy and productive relationships with Supervisees, to allow them the space to be open and encourage them to explore their therapeutic relationships and provide the best possible service to their clients. I am keen to emphasis that looking after my supervisees wellbeing and that of their clients is of upmost importance by working ethically and safely.

Choosing a new supervisor can be tricky. We build great relationships with amazing supervisors then maybe circumstances change and we need to find someone else. Perhaps you are looking for a supervisor for the very first time. I will always offer a consultation to talk things through, to get a better sense of what I can offer to you, before we work together.

Supervision available in person, via video link or phone.