I worked with Maaria for a month and I enjoyed our time together. She listened and offered good coping strategies to help me on my journey. She was incredibly kind and understanding. She was easy to talk to and welcoming and warm. I would highly recommend anyone work with Maaria. You will not be disappointed.
Maaria Aksar, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Maaria 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 Maaria. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Maaria is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Maaria is professional and very kind person. I felt safe to express my toughts and feelings and never felt judged for it. I’ve progressed quickly because she made me find strenght and confidence within myself and taught me skills and methods to deal with my anxiety and feelings when I get overwhelmed. I’m ending my membership now but only to see how I cope on my own. I was very happy I got matched with Maaria, she was amazing and gave me a great experience opening up for therapist for the first time.
More about Maaria
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am a person-centred counsellor who has worked with individuals From various backgrounds and in the mental—health field for the past five years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, And workplace stress.
Sometimes we need space to feel heard, sometimes we need space to think and be present with ourselves. I am non-judgemental regardless of my own values and beliefs. As your therapist I will accept you for who you are and meet you with empathy. I will be with you in your chaos, in your binding and I will be patient with your process. With a person-centred approach I welcome people from all walks of life providing empathy, honesty, and unconditional positive regard.
My aim as a therapist is to provide a safe, accepting, non - judgemental therapeutic relationship in which I will help you explore and make sense of what you need to. I believe each person experiences different realities due to their perceptions of the world; I find this to be the beauty of uniqueness. Anybody can go through times when despair, shame, anger and sadness seem overwhelming.At such times, it's easy to feel lonely, hopeless, lost and unlovable. These are very tough moments, but you are not alone.I offer a compassionate and caring environment. I will help you to make sense of what is happening and to find the best means of managing difficulties.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatising labels. My approach combines the person-centred approach, which allows you as the client to navigate our sessions. I also use cognitive-behavioural techniques and solution-focused therapy. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 393671 · Expires June 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 Maaria Aksar
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I worked with Maaria for a month and I enjoyed our time together. She listened and offered good coping strategies to help me on my journey. She was incredibly kind and understanding. She was easy to talk to and welcoming and warm. I would highly recommend anyone work with Maaria. You will not be disappointed.
Maaria is professional and very kind person. I felt safe to express my toughts and feelings and never felt judged for it. I’ve progressed quickly because she made me find strenght and confidence within myself and taught me skills and methods to deal with my anxiety and feelings when I get overwhelmed. I’m ending my membership now but only to see how I cope on my own. I was very happy I got matched with Maaria, she was amazing and gave me a great experience opening up for therapist for the first time.
Maaria is very professional and kind person, somebody you can always turn to seek advice from. I’ve learnt a lot from her and while I cancel my membership it’s only because I want to try to use the skills and techniques I’ve learnt from her on my own and see how I can cope alone for now. I made progress very quickly because she made me find the strenght and confidence within myself. I’ve felt safe to express my feelings and toughts and never felt judged by her. She is amazing.
Maaria created a very safe space for me to voice and express some of my issues. Very welcoming and always there to listen.
It was good 4 sessions with Maria
Frequently asked questions
Does Maaria Aksar offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maaria Aksar 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 Maaria Aksar speak?
Maaria Aksar speaks English.
How many years of experience does Maaria Aksar have?
Maaria Aksar has 3 years of experience.
Where is Maaria Aksar licensed to practice?
Maaria Aksar is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Maaria Aksar accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Maaria Aksar 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 Maaria Aksar offer?
Maaria Aksar offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Maaria Aksar?
Maaria Aksar 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 Maaria Aksar?
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.