Marie Waite

I can provide daytime appointments from Monday to Friday.  I can also offer some evenings from Monday to Thursday.  

Choosing to access therapy can be a huge step, and it really is one that I wish to help you take. Hello, my name is Marie, and I would like to offer you face-to-face counselling in a kind, caring, and non-judgemental, confidential environment.

As a BACP qualified Counsellor, the work I offer is based around weekly 1-2-1 sessions where I will compassionately provide you with a secure space to process what has been going on for you and to help you feel validated, perhaps even for the very first time, whilst we work together to try and discover what it is that you inevitably need.

How I can support you

I know that it can take a lot of courage to access help, and seek support, and I would really like to work with you on your journey towards finding 'You' again, by assisting you in taking that first empowering step. I can provide counselling on a range of difficulties including Adult ADHD, autism, anger, abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, stress, self-harm, relationship issues, as well as health & wellbeing.  

How I Work

I work using one of the main counselling approaches called Person Centred which means that I provide you with the foundation to bring about your own self-healing. I passionately believe that we all have the capacity to heal from our past traumas and as a result to flourish as a human being given the right conditions. I not only wish to help my clients to build better relationships with others, but to thrive as a result of the relationship with their-self. I therefore work with techniques to help you balance your Autonomic Nervous System so that you can feel emotionally regulated again.  In addition, I may incorporate elements of CBT to help you identify and challenge negative thought patterns, beliefs and behaviours, providing you the tools to make positive changes in your life.

Talking therapies is a way to help you achieve this and by working with you we can slowly begin to overcome your distress and look at ways to make your life meaningful again.

Training, qualifications & experience

My training has included but not limited to Understanding Adult ADHD, Stress Awareness, Nutrition & Mental Health, Self-Harm, Healing the Wounds of Trauma and Understanding Eating Disorders

• Diploma in Transpersonal Psychology

• Certificate in ARFID in Adults

• TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (RQF)

• Certificate in IFS (Internal Family Systems) Therapy

• Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Level 4

• Diploma in Counselling Skills Level 3

• Counselling Skills Level 2

• Introduction to Counselling Certificate

I have previous experience of working for Southend-on-Sea City Council in their Early Help team. As a result of this, I provided counselling to family individuals experiencing difficulties with a range of issues and concerns.

I have an enhanced DBS.

Your first session provides you with the chance to talk through what has brought you to counselling. I will then explain the contract, and how I work, providing you with the chance to decide if you would wish to work with me.

We will then explore together what you would wish to gain from counselling as I provide you with a secure environment to be listened to, heard and understood.

Should you wish to speak to me first, I can offer you a free 20-minute telephone call to give you the chance to explain your situation and to ask me any questions you may have before your first session. 

My Practice

I offer 3 locations, Rettendon, Southchurch and Leigh-On-Sea. Working from my own private practice.  There is also train and bus stops within a short distance.

In these spacious and welcoming settings, I can offer you a 50-minute session that is all about you.  Please note that there are 4 steps leading up to the front door of Southchurch.  Wheelchair access is available at Southchurch and Leigh-on-Sea.

I can provide daytime appointments from Monday to Friday. I can also offer some evenings from Monday to Thursday.  

Choosing to access therapy can be a huge step, and it really is one that I wish to help you take. Hello, my name is Marie, and I would like to offer you face-to-face counselling in a kind, caring, and non-judgemental, confidential environment.

As a BACP qualified Counsellor, the work I offer is based around weekly 1-2-1 sessions where I will compassionately provide you with a secure space to process what has been going on for you and to help you feel validated, perhaps even for the very first time, whilst we work together to try and discover what it is that you inevitably need.

How I can support you

I know that it can take a lot of courage to access help, and seek support, and I would really like to work with you on your journey towards finding 'You' again, by assisting you in taking that first empowering step. I can provide counselling on a range of difficulties including Adult ADHD, autism, anger, abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, stress, self-harm, relationship issues, as well as health & wellbeing. 

How I Work

I work using one of the main counselling approaches called Person Centred which means that I provide you with the foundation to bring about your own self-healing. I passionately believe that we all have the capacity to heal from our past traumas and as a result to flourish as a human being given the right conditions. I not only wish to help my clients to build better relationships with others, but to thrive as a result of the relationship with their-self. I therefore work with techniques to help you balance your Autonomic Nervous System so that you can feel emotionally regulated again.

Talking therapies is a way to help you achieve this and by working with you we can slowly begin to overcome your distress and look at ways to make your life meaningful again.  In addition, I may incorporate elements of CBT to help you identify and challenge negative thought patterns, beliefs and behaviours, and providing you with the tools to make positive changes in your life.

Training, qualifications & experience

My training has included but not limited to Understanding Adult ADHD, Stress Awareness, Nutrition & Mental Health, Self-Harm, Healing the Wounds of Trauma and Understanding Eating Disorders

• Diploma in Transpersonal (Spiritual) Psychology

• Certificate in ARFID in Adults

• TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (RQF)

• Certificate in IFS (Internal Family Systems) Therapy

• Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Level 4

• Diploma in Counselling Skills Level 3

• Counselling Skills Level 2

• Introduction to Counselling Certificate

I have previous experience of working for Southend-on-Sea City Council in their Early Help team. As a result of this, I provided counselling to family individuals experiencing difficulties with a range of issues and concerns.

I have an enhanced DBS.

Your first session provides you with the chance to talk through what has brought you to counselling. I will then explain the contract, and how I work, providing you with the chance to decide if you would wish to work with me.

We will then explore together what you would wish to gain from counselling as I provide you with a secure environment to be listened to, heard and understood.

Should you wish to speak to me first, I can offer you a free 20-minute telephone call to give you the chance to explain your situation and to ask me any questions you may have before your first session.

My Practice

I offer 3 locations, Southchurch, Leigh-On-Sea and Rettendon.  Working from my own private practice.  There are also train and bus stops within a short distance.

In these spacious and welcoming settings, I can offer you a 50-minute session that is all about you.  Please note that there are 4 steps leading to the entrance of Southchurch.  Wheelchair access is available in Leigh-on-Sea and Rettendon.