Maria Cox, BACP
Maria Cox is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and major life changes.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and Abuse
- +4 more
About Maria
Maria Cox is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She offers a calm, non-judgemental presence and encourages small, practical steps that can make everyday life feel more manageable. With three years of professional experience and BACP accreditation, Maria focuses on building trust and understanding.
Sessions aim to uncover patterns that keep people stuck, and then test new ways of handling difficult feelings and interactions.
Background and approach
She adapts the approach to fit each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. Maria draws on several approaches including attachment-based ideas, cognitive behavioural techniques, client-centred work, dialectical behaviour tools, and narrative methods. That mix lets her address emotional wounds, unhelpful thinking, and the stories people tell themselves about relationships and self-worth.
In practical terms, sessions are conversational. She listens carefully, asks straightforward questions, and suggests small experiments between meetings. Over time that process helps people notice what changes make a real difference.
Maria is also familiar with issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, communication problems, dissociation, and caregiver stress. She aims to create a steady, respectful space where people can try out new ways of coping and making decisions.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 396863 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Maria works with
Everything Maria lists, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Maria lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and together they will choose which methods to try. That collaborative process means approaches can change over time as progress is made or new issues arise.
Online sessions using video calls let people keep visual contact and work through sensitive issues face to face without travel. Phone sessions are useful when a shorter check-in is needed or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging suit ongoing support between sessions and those who prefer writing to speaking. These options provide flexibility to fit therapy around work, family, and daily life while keeping the focus on steady, practical progress with a registered or accredited professional.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Maria commonly help with?
She helps people with relationship problems, family conflict, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her style in sessions?
Her style is calm and non-judgemental with a focus on practical steps. Sessions are conversational and aim to build trust and clarity.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Maria has three years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and relational difficulties.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Maria provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How are sessions charged and what is the payment model?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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