Space for you, on your own — to talk openly, understand yourself more clearly and find a steadier way through what you're facing.
You don't need a particular reason, or the right words, to start counselling. People come to talk about:
Counselling offers regular, protected time to think and feel without being judged or hurried. Over time, it can help you understand where difficult feelings come from, notice the patterns that keep you stuck and find ways of responding to yourself with more kindness.
Counselling isn't about being told what to do or being "fixed". It's a collaborative process, and what you take from it is shaped by you.
Sessions last 50 minutes, in person or online.
Up to 30 minutes to talk about what brings you to counselling and ask any questions.
Getting to know you, your circumstances and what you'd like from counselling.
Regular sessions give continuity and space to go at your own pace.
You'll review how things are going regularly, and plan the ending of counselling together.
Maria is warm, attentive and steady. She'll listen carefully to your experience, ask questions to help you reflect, and work with you rather than on you.
You can speak in English, Greek or a mix of both — whichever helps you say what you mean.
If something is weighing on you and you'd like space to talk about it, counselling may help. The free consultation is a good way to find out without committing.
That's completely normal. Maria will help you get started, and there's no right or wrong way to use your sessions.
It depends on you and what you bring. Some people come for a few sessions, others for longer. You'll review this together regularly.
Yes, with a small number of legal and safeguarding exceptions that Maria will explain before you begin.
Counselling isn't an emergency service. If you're in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E. For urgent support you can call NHS 111, or Samaritans free on 116 123, day or night.
A free initial consultation gives you an opportunity to talk briefly about what brings you to therapy, ask questions and consider whether working together feels right.