Assunta Mariosa , BACP

Assunta Mariosa is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties and depression. She speaks English and Italian and draws on four years of professional experience. Her approach aims to make first steps feel manageable for someone who may be nervous about starting therapy.

She creates a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about painful thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on listening closely and helping people name what is happening for them. The tone is warm and grounded, with an emphasis on practical next steps as well as emotional processing.

Assunta uses Attachment-Based work to look at how past relationships shape current patterns. She also uses Client-Centred methods to keep the conversation focused on each person’s priorities. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is used when helpful to spot thinking patterns and try new behaviours.

Over time, sessions may address issues such as abandonment, communication problems, body image or guilt and shame. The work also covers practical life concerns like divorce and separation, midlife questions, and finding a clearer sense of purpose. Men’s issues and self-love are among the topics she supports.

People can expect a steady, collaborative process that balances emotional support with techniques they can use between sessions. Assunta encourages small, achievable changes and will adapt the pace to each person’s needs.

How her approaches work online and in-session

Attachment-Based Therapy helps look at how earlier relationships shape current patterns of trust and connection; online sessions can gently map these patterns and try new ways of relating. Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the heart of the work, offering a listening, non-judgemental space where people set the agenda and decide what to focus on. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is practical and goal-focused and helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviours to reduce symptoms like anxiety and panic.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work itself. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit best, adjusting the plan as goals and needs change. This shared process means techniques are tailored rather than imposed.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video lets people read facial cues and use visual tools. Phone works well when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Chat and messaging suit ongoing support, quick reflections, or those who prefer typing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and travel while keeping the focus on steady progress.