About me
Hello, I’m Marie-Lou, an accredited-Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & EMDR Psychotherapist.
Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step. You may have been trying to manage things on your own for a long time - feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in self-doubt, or affected by experiences that still feel difficult to move past.
Perhaps your thoughts tend to spiral, you find yourself replaying situations long after they’ve happened, or your confidence has been quietly worn down over time.
People often come to see me when they feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, overthinking, low self-esteem, or when past experiences continue to affect how they feel in the present.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who have spent a long time trying to manage things on their own before deciding to seek support.
My aim is to offer a calm, compassionate space where you can speak openly & feel genuinely heard. From our first meeting, we work collaboratively to understand what may be keeping you stuck & begin finding ways forward that feel meaningful and achievable for you.
Therapy should feel purposeful & worthwhile - not simply a place to talk, but a space where you can build insight, develop practical tools & begin creating lasting change. Together we work towards helping you feel calmer, more confident in yourself, and able to respond to challenges without feeling overwhelmed by them.
If you feel that therapy may be helpful, you are very welcome to get in touch for a free, no obligation 30-minute consultation, where we can gently explore what has been going on for you & whether working together feels like the right fit.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:
- BSc in Applied Psychology with Clinical Psychology
- Post Graduate Cert. Advanced Psychological Wellbeing
- Post Graduate Dip. Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBT)
Training:
- Alexandra Richman: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Training Parts 1-3
- CBT & Neurodiversity
- CBT for Body Dysmorphia
- Cognitive Approach to OCD
- Working with Perfectionism
- Working with Disgust
- Working with complicated PTSD
- Using imagery techniques in therapy
- CBT for working with long-term health conditions.
Accreditation & Memberships
- BABCP - 997837
- EMDR UK Association Membership - 175665
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£80.00 - £130.00
Additional information
- Introductory Telephone Consultation (30 mins): FREE
- Face-to-Face Sessions (60 mins) - £85
- Online Sessions (60 mins) - £80
- Extended Sessions; usually EMDR (60-90 mins) - £85-130
Further information
What do therapy sessions look like?
Therapy sessions vary depending on your needs, the stage of therapy & the therapeutic approach used. They usually take place on a weekly basis, but they typically follow a four‑stage structure.
- Stage 1 - Information gathering, assessment & symptom mapping to help establish a collaborative understanding of your symptoms.
- Stage 2 - Active treatment using the chosen modality - such as CBT, trauma‑focused CBT, or EMDR.
*Duringage 2, we’ll have regular reviews to ensure the approach stays aligned with your goals, the techniques are helping & the pace feels right for you* - Stage 3 - Once symptoms begin to improve, the work shifts toward reclaiming your life, strengthening new skills & building long‑term resilience.
- Stage 4 - Planned ending & development of a personalised blueprint to support your wellbeing beyond sessions.
If you have further questions, these can be discussed in a free, no-obligation 30-minute consultation.
