Maria Howell , BACP

Maria Howell is a UK-licensed therapist with seven years of professional experience who supports adults, young people, and children. She works under the umbrella of BCS Counselling Service in South Wales, an ethical integrative organisation that aims to make counselling accessible. Maria holds the BACP credential, a membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy which reflects professional standards and ongoing development.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including anxiety - social and health-related, depression and low mood, trauma and abuse, BPD/EUPD, bipolar disorder, obsessive thoughts, autism, drug and alcohol use, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, bereavement, relationship and sexual issues, and LGBQ+ related matters. She also supports clients with family dynamics, bullying, school and work stress, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, addictions, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes.

Maria aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and understood. She works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and practical steps, offering support and empowerment as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Integrative, evidence-based approaches for online therapy

Maria draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients manage symptoms and build coping skills. These approaches focus on practical, research-supported methods for addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties by helping clients identify patterns, develop new strategies, and practice skills in daily life.

She also works in an integrative way, combining methods from different approaches to suit each person’s needs. This flexible stance allows therapeutic tools to be tailored to concerns like grief, addiction, neurodiversity, or parenting stress, so the work is relevant and goal-focused.

A core part of her practice is creating a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which clients and therapist collaborate to find the best fit. Maria partners with clients to clarify goals, review progress, and adjust techniques based on what works for the individual.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility and make it easier to access therapy around work, family, or geographical constraints. These options allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that suit their schedules and communication preferences while maintaining continuity and regularity of support.