About Marie-Paule
Marie-Paule Ahanda is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. She works mainly online and can also arrange face-to-face sessions. She aims to offer a respectful and compassionate space for people to begin difficult conversations.
Marie-Paule helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety and low mood. She supports those facing anger issues, low self-esteem, and motivation problems. LGBT concerns and questions about sexuality are also part of the work she does.
Background and approach
Her approach is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on what feels most urgent for the person and on simple steps that can reduce distress. She adapts her way of talking and planning to match each person’s needs and preferences.
Marie-Paule also works with issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties and commitment worries. She can help with communication problems, social anxiety and workplace stress. Other areas she has supported include panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, prejudice and multicultural concerns.
Conversations are conducted in English and French. People who want to start can use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
What Marie-Paule works with
Everything Marie-Paule lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Marie-Paule is listed here; the rest shows what else Marie-Paule works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Isolation / loneliness
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Evidence-based techniques are used in straightforward ways to reduce symptoms and improve coping. For example, cognitive tools help people notice and shift unhelpful thinking patterns that feed anxiety and low mood; these techniques teach simple ways to test thoughts and try different responses. Behavioural strategies focus on gradual changes in activity and routines to lift mood and lower avoidance, which can help with depression, panic and social anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will work collaboratively to identify goals, try methods that suit the person, and adjust the plan as needed based on progress and preference.
Marie-Paule works mainly online but can organise face-to-face sessions. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know the exact format offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also permits continued support when attending in person is difficult, while the therapist and client agree together on how best to use the time.
Questions people ask about Marie-Paule
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger and LGBT-related concerns, along with related topics such as panic, trauma and workplace issues.
What is the therapeutic style like?
The style is practical and collaborative, with sessions tailored to each person's needs and clear steps to reduce distress.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
She has five years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English and French.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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