- Psychodynamic approach
- Mindfulness practice
- Relationship focus
About Maria
Maria Casson Greco is a BACP counsellor who draws on psychodynamic ideas to help people make sense of painful patterns. She speaks English and Portuguese and aims to support clearer thinking about relationships, career pressures and big life changes.
Her style focuses on understanding how past experiences shape current feelings and reactions. Sessions often look at family of origin issues, attachment and abandonment concerns, and difficulties with intimacy and communication. She also works with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and sleep or eating difficulties.
Maria uses reflective conversation alongside practical tools. That can mean noticing recurring themes in relationships, practising mindfulness exercises to manage stress, or setting small goals to improve day-to-day functioning. She encourages people to bring whatever feels most pressing into the session, whether that is anger, shame, or confusion about next steps.
Over 11 years she has supported people through separation, career transition, parenting strain and the aftermath of trauma. Her additional focus areas include codependency, body image, fatherhood issues and coping with emptiness or guilt.
People who choose her often want a thoughtful, exploratory process that balances insight with short-term strategies. To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling according to availability.
Approaches that translate well to online work
Jungian Therapy looks at symbols, dreams and personal stories to uncover deeper meanings behind feelings and behaviours; it can help when someone feels a repeating pattern or a sense of emptiness. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention skills and grounding practices that reduce stress and improve sleep and concentration. Psychodynamic Therapy focuses on understanding how past relationships shape current reactions, which is useful for issues such as attachment, abandonment and recurring relationship problems.Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be decided together. The therapist will discuss your goals, previous experiences and what feels most comfortable. That collaborative conversation helps shape the mix of reflective work and practical techniques used in sessions.
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm the exact options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also supports using audio or video for exercises such as guided mindfulness and reflective conversation, helping therapy fit into everyday life without changing its purpose.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Maria commonly work with?
She addresses relationship and family issues, grief, self-esteem, stress and anxiety. The list also includes addictions, trauma, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, parenting, anger and career struggles.
What style of therapy can I expect?
The approach is primarily psychodynamic, with elements of Jungian thinking, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques. Sessions balance exploring past patterns with practical steps to manage present difficulties.
How much experience does the therapist have?
Maria has 11 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and relational issues. That experience includes helping people through separation, trauma recovery and life transitions.
Where is Maria based and what credential does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether online or face-to-face sessions are offered.
How are fees handled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Maria?
Start by pressing the Start Therapy button and completing the short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.