Maria Luisa Urey

it’s okay to not be ok !

Hello my name is Luisa Urey and my practice is called Vocalise counselling service in Watford Hertfordshire.          

I have many years experience working in both schools and in private practice as a counsellor and clinical supervisor supporting counsellors and people working in caring field.

 I see many clients seeking support to manage neurodivergent challenges. Both at school or at work or home.

I specialise in working with both Adults and Children offering counselling and mentoring. to young people during stressful exams , or when having difficulties at school or at home  or when transferring schools or with parental separation  or friendship issues and managing life with ADHD and autism or when neurodiverse

during stressful times,

It’s understandable to experience low mood and overwhelming stress or experiencing panic attacks,  intrusive thoughts , getting help can be difficult and I am here to support you to find the right person for you.

If you struggle with your mental wellbeing or have feelings of anxiety or depression, or find yourself getting frustrated or angry whether you’re a child, adult, or young person. I can help you.

these feelings are normal during puberty and challenging situations. or periods of stress. Getting in touch is the first step to take back control

I am incredibly warm, friendly, and passionate about working with both Adults, Children/ teens, families seeking guidance with issues such as low self-esteem, anxiety, anger issues, struggling at school or after divorce or separation, living with PTSD, traumatic experiences, domestic abuse or seeking support with social difficulties such as ASD, Dyspraxia, ADD, ADHD or learning difficulties, bullying and friendship issues.

I understand the many pressures parents may have.

I also offer clinical external supervision to students and qualified counsellors. And I’m a Counsellor at Vista in St Albans supporting children and Family’s

I  see many families becoming increasingly frustrated by their children's behaviour at school or at home or  because of  children use of social media and technology resulting in children struggling with increased anger, anxiety or rudeness. towards family or teachers and many parents say they are getting little or no help .This is something I hope to change as I feel it’s can be lonely and challenging getting support for teenagers.

• i understand these challenges and I will not Judge you or your child , talking to a qualified and experienced therapist helps you take the first steps to feeling more in control.
• Counselling enables you to experience positive changes, promotes emotional wellness, and increase  self -care and reduces your stress, improve resilience and emotional health.
• please feel free to contact me to discuss your needs.

I aim to support  families having spent 20 years working in schools with individuals and have extensive 
experienced with supporting Children and Adults with additional needs and learning challenges.

I am a Special needs trained NNEB Nursery Nurse as well as Counsellor./ clinical supervisor.

Children and teens  I see often struggling with

• exam preparation
• difficult in relationships, friendships 
• learning being affected or experiencing anxiety at school or university
• parents separation or divorce 
• loss or grief 
• ADHD and Autism
• Self Harm and intrusive thoughts 
• Low elf esteem or confidence 

I am currently seeing  clients face to face or from the comfort of your home by phone or zoom. All precautions to prevent covid risk taken.

As a registered Bacp accredited Integrative Counsellor / supervisor

 I combines multiple therapeutic techniques and approaches, including the Person-Centred Approach, CBT, Transactional Analysis, Humanistic theories, and Creative Therapy to support you.

Vocalise counselling enables you to experience positive changes, promotes emotional wellness, and increase  self -care and reduces your stress, improve resilience and emotional health Vocalise counselling offers a calm and relaxing safe space with someone who you can privately share your fears and worries without feeling any Judgment.

My counseling experience and training are extensive in working with:

• Adults and Families
• Children and young people.
• Adult Trauma Counselling
• historic adverse childhood experiences affecting daily life
• Adults and Children with Anxiety, anger
• I see clients in Watford, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, Northwood, and Surrounding towns 

What Vocalise Counselling offers you...

I place a great emphasis on empathy and kindness and compassion, I am straight-talking, friendly, approachable. I offer you a private safe space to share your feelings.

• I offer a free telephone  consultation to discuss your current concerns
•  I see any gender clients, both long and short-term.

The counselling is tailored and centered around your individual needs and expectations.

It's ok to not be okay

Why not call or email me today to arrange a free initial telephone consultation. This is the first step towards getting the support you're seeking.

• I offer free phone and internet assessment for adults and teens
  (30 min telephone assessment.)
• Adult Counselling * £50-£60
• Adult trauma Counselling *£60
• Adult Phone/Zoom online Counselling £50 (evenings & Weekends)
• Child Counselling sessions * £50-£60 or £300 for 5 sessions
• Couples therapy £60
• Supervision *£50 for 1 hour 
• £65 per 1 hour 30 supervision session .
• *reduced fee rate please ask for details if needed.

The session must be paid in advance. Please note I have a 48-hour cancellation policy, Concession rates are available to students, or low waged.

I work from the Bettercare Clinic close to the Intu shopping centre in central Watford on the Queens Road.

My practice Vocalise Therapy can be found at http://www.bettercareclinic.co.uk in central Watford, where parking is available. I also freelance in schools and in the Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire area.

• I am a registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)and abide by the BACP Ethical Framework for Good Practice and Date protection.
• I am fully insured and police checked and hold an enhanced DBS.
• English and Italian speaker.