About me
Online Therapy from a Trans UK Therapist for Trans and Neurodivergent People (13+)
Hi, I’m Maya (she/her) – a neurodivergent and trans therapist based in the UK. I offer affirming, trauma-aware online therapy for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people aged 13 and up. I also work with neurodivergent individuals of all genders who are looking for supportive, identity-informed therapy.
While I'm UK-based, I’m open to working with clients in other countries, depending on time zones and local regulations around online therapy.
My approach is person-centred, relational, and deeply grounded in LGBTQIA+ affirming practice. I bring a down-to-earth, informal style to therapy and understand how crucial it is to feel safe, seen, and accepted, especially if you’ve had to mask or hide parts of yourself.
Whether you’re exploring identity, healing from trauma, or just looking for someone who truly gets what it’s like to move through the world as a trans and/or neurodivergent person, I offer therapy that meets you where you are - no judgment, no assumptions.
Starting Therapy: What to Expect
Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you're unsure what to expect. My goal is to create a safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space for you. Whether you're exploring your gender identity, managing anxiety, healing from trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, therapy with me is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration.
In our sessions, I will meet you where you are. Together, we will build insight into your experiences, explore what matters most to you, and identify ways to move forward in a way that honours who you are. I bring clinical expertise paired with a down-to-earth, relational style, ensuring our sessions are genuine, respectful, and supportive.
If you're looking for affirming therapy that honours your unique experience and helps you build the life you want, you're in the right place.
Who I Work With:
As a neurodivergent trans therapist, I offer online therapy to trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people aged 13+ across the UK. I also work with neurodivergent individuals who may not identify as trans but would benefit from working with a neurodivergent and/or marginalised therapist.
I understand the intersectionality of identities and offer a space where you can be fully yourself, without judgment or assumptions. My approach is deeply grounded in LGBTQIA+ affirming practice, trauma-informed care, and neurodivergent-affirming therapy.
Training, qualifications & experience
I'm proud to have extensive experience working in LGBTQIA+ spaces - both as a therapist and as an activist. In 2011, I co-founded Proud2Be, a community-led LGBTQIA+ organisation, with my twin sibling, Max. Since then, we've supported hundreds of LGBTQIA+ individuals each year, addressing issues ranging from community building to systemic challenges like austerity, the pandemic, and social injustice.
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling from Devon Counselling College (2019) and have completed ongoing professional development in areas such as safeguarding, mental health, sexual health, anti-racist practice, and LGBTQIA+ awareness. Therapy with me isn’t about fixing you - it’s about finding the space to be your authentic self, however that looks today.
As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I follow their ethical framework to ensure that our work together is always safe, respectful, and accountable.
Member organisations
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
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Additional information
I offer a free 30-minute initial Zoom chat to help you determine if we’re a good fit for each other. This gives you the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the therapy process.
- Standard rate: £60 per 1-hour session.
- I also have two reduced-rate slots available at any given time (£50 per session). If those are full, I can add you to a waitlist for future availability.
- If you're ready to commit, I offer a discount for clients who book a package of 10 sessions.
When I work
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I offer sessions Monday through Friday during the day and early evening.
Further information
The majority of my sessions are delivered online or via the phone.
If you are based in or around Taunton and would prefer in-person sessions, do get in touch. When working face to face, I tend to book the counselling room at Taunton Quaker House (this is typically £9 an hour and will be added on to my fee.)
Any questions, get in touch!
