Business Details
Your Trusted Edinburgh Counsellor for Personal Growth
Edinburgh Counsellor is a dedicated therapy practice led by Maria, a qualified psychologist, psychotherapist, and counsellor with extensive experience in supporting individuals and couples through personal challenges. With qualifications from La Sapienza University of Rome and Edinburgh University, Maria combines psychodynamic and person-centred approaches to address issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem. Her multilingual expertise in English, Italian, and Spanish enables culturally sensitive support for diverse clients. Maria prioritises affordability, offering accessible pricing and free parking at her Edinburgh practice, which has served clients for over a decade.Her non-judgmental, empathetic approach fosters safe spaces for clients to explore their concerns, with a proven track record of helping individuals achieve personal growth and improved well-being. She has worked across public, voluntary, and private sectors, addressing complex issues including trauma, domestic abuse, and life transitions. Clients consistently praise her ability to create trusting relationships, facilitate meaningful insights, and deliver transformative outcomes through tailored therapeutic journeys.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Counselling
Phone & Skype Therapy
Highlights and features
- Qualified psychologist and counsellor with 12 years UK experience
- Fluency in English, Italian, and Spanish for cultural understanding
- Affordable pricing reflecting commitment to accessible therapy
- Proven track record supporting diverse personal and relationship challenges
- Non-judgmental approach with free parking at Edinburgh practice
What people say
Non-judgmental attitude
Life-changing support
Calm and caring demeanour
Helped overcome depression
Effective relationship guidance
Services
Individual Counselling
Personalised therapy sessions addressing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and life challenges. Using psychodynamic and person-centred approaches, I help clients explore unconscious patterns and develop self-awareness. Sessions focus on creating safe spaces for emotional expression and practical problem-solving tailored to individual needs.
Couples Counselling
Specialised support for relationship challenges including communication breakdowns, trust issues, and intimacy concerns. I help couples explore underlying dynamics, improve communication, and rebuild connection through structured sessions that respect both partners' perspectives and promote mutual understanding.
Phone & Skype Counselling
Accessible therapy options for clients unable to attend in-person sessions. Using secure phone or video platforms, I provide the same professional support for anxiety, depression, and personal challenges, with flexible scheduling and payment via bank transfer for convenience.
People
Maria
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Qualified psychologist from La Sapienza University and Edinburgh University counsellor with 12 years UK experience. Specialises in anxiety, depression, and relationship therapy using psychodynamic and person-centred approaches.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine psychodynamic perspectives, exploring unconscious patterns, with person-centred methods focusing on present experiences and self-discovery.
Do you offer remote counselling options?
Yes, I provide phone and Skype sessions for clients preferring remote access, including those in remote areas or with mobility constraints.
What are your qualifications?
I hold psychology qualifications from La Sapienza University of Rome and counselling certifications from Edinburgh University, with 12 years UK practice experience.
How do you ensure client confidentiality?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality, with secure communication channels and adherence to professional ethical standards for privacy protection.
What issues can counselling address?
I support anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem challenges, trauma, domestic abuse, life transitions, and existential concerns.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with flexible scheduling available for initial consultations and specific client requirements.
