Maria Tontcheva

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Registered Member MBACP

About me

I am a qualified integrative therapist. My approach is compassionate, professional and tailored to support you in navigating life’s complexities. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, trauma, bereavement, low-self-esteem, relationship challenges or other issues, my goal is to help you access your unique inner qualities and strength.

In our sessions, we will work together to heal emotional wounds, develop deeper self-awareness and seek to align your life with your own values. 

The decision about what to bring to our sessions is entirely yours. I can offer you both short-term, solution-focused and long-term, in-depth therapy - whether you’re seeking support for a specific issue or exploring deeper patterns in your life at your own pace.

Training, qualifications & experience

I trained at the Psychosynthesis Trust in London. The training programme is accredited by the BACP and the UKCP. As a Registered Member of the BACP, I adhere to the ethical guidelines set forth by the BACP strictly. Confidentiality is paramount in my practice. 

My approach is rooted in warmth, acceptance and curiosity. My practice is holistic and brings together all aspects of who you are - psychologically, physically and spiritually - to help you move towards a more authentic and fulfilling life experience. It incorporates depth-oriented therapy, CFT, IFS and ACT perspectives, as well as Gestalt practices, mindfulness, breath & somatic work, and creative techniques, like drawing and imagery.

I spent over a decade working in the fast-paced financial sector in the City of London. My legal and compliance background enhances my therapeutic work. This experience allows me to offer valuable insights into work-related stress, burnout, career transitions, and navigating complex professional environments. Beyond this, I am experienced in supporting a diverse range of personal and emotional difficulties.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

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Fees

£65.00 - £110.00

Health Insurance/EAP

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Additional information

I have limited spaces available for reduced fees on a sliding scale, depending on individual circumstances. 

I offer a free 30-minute online call to explore what has brought you to therapy and discuss your hopes, expectations and concerns. It’s also a chance for you to ask any questions.  

If we decide to work together, we can schedule 50-minute weekly sessions.

Further information

I currently have availability during the week for online sessions only. 

My priority is to create a supportive, reflective and empathetic environment where you feel heard and understood; a space that fosters greater self-awareness, self-acceptance and personal growth.

85 Wimpole Street, Marylebone, London, Greater London, W1G 9RJ

1 Snow Hill Court, St. Pauls, London, Greater London, EC1A 2EJ

Type of session

Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Online platforms

Microsoft Teams
Zoom