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Jack
Very supportive and easy to talk to. Made the whole experience, which was my first time using therapy, very easy.
Rochester, ME1 1LD
Maria Priddey
Maria is a warm, down-to-earth relationship counsellor offering couples therapy in Rochester. With a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and BACP membership, she provides a safe space where both partners can talk openly and feel heard. Using a person-centred and integrative approach
Maria tailors sessions to your needs, whether that’s rebuilding connection, improving communication, or separating with care and respect.
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Couples
Female
Rochester, ME1 1LD
English
Individual £68 · Couples £80 / 60 min
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About Maria
Hello, my name is Maria and I’m a fully qualified Couples Counsellor.
My approach is mainly person-centred, based on the belief that everyone has the capacity to grow and change. I also use an integrative style, drawing on different methods so sessions reflect your unique needs as a couple.
I know reaching out for help can feel daunting, but I’ll guide you through gently. Whether you want to strengthen your relationship, separate more respectfully, or simply find clarity, I’ll provide a safe and confidential space to explore what feels right.
Sessions are led at your pace. I’ll help you listen to and understand each other more deeply, easing resentment and building space for trust, connection, and positive change. Couples often tell me my approachable, down-to-earth style helps them feel comfortable opening up and being honest.
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Background & Experience
Before becoming a couples counsellor, I gained experience in a variety of roles where supporting people was at the heart of what I did. Over the past nine years I’ve worked with both couples and individuals, helping them explore challenges such as communication breakdown, betrayal, loss of intimacy, and emotional disconnection.
My background has given me strong insight into the different pressures that affect relationships, from family dynamics and parenting to external stresses such as work, health, and financial concerns. I’ve also volunteered within the community, further strengthening my ability to work with people from all walks of life and diverse cultural backgrounds.
How I Can Help
I'll help you gain a better understanding of yourselves and each other through a warm and approachable framework.
I will help you find healthier ways of communicating your feelings and expectations within your relationship.
I'll work with you to identify and explore how specific patterns of relating may be impacting your connection.
Together, we develop strategies to build a more resilient relationship to help you navigate life's challenges together.
I will draw upon different theoretical approaches to ensure the support is perfectly suited to your specific relationship dynamics.
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Specialisations
Neurodiversity in Relationships
Polyamorous and Non Monogamous Relationships
Addiction and Substance Use in Relationships
Psychosexual Therapy
Gender Diversity in Relationships
Therapy Approaches
Sex Therapy for Couples
Imago Relationship Therapy
Existential Therapy
Psychodynamic Couples Therapy
General Couples Counselling
Integrative Couples Therapy
Attachment Based Couples Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Couples Therapy (CBT for Relationships)
Solution Focused Couples Therapy
Trauma Informed Couples Therapy
Humanistic Therapy (Couples)
Psychodynamic Therapy (Couples)
Systemic Couples Therapy
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Problems I Help With
Repeating unhealthy relationship patterns
Deciding whether to stay together or separate
Communication problems and not feeling heard
Conflict and frequent arguments
Relationship Problems
Feeling distant, disconnected, or stuck
Trust issues and infidelity
Intimacy and sexual difficulties
Jealousy and insecurity
Separation and divorce support
Navigating long distance relationships
Life transitions and big changes
Parenting, finances, and family pressures
Differences in values or life goals
Pre-marital therapy and relationship preparation
Support for LGBTQ+ and queer relationships
Qualifications
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Professional Memberships
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
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Beverly
Maria was very helpful to us as a couple she was kind and understanding
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Anya
I got on so well with Maria, very warm and friendly person with a lot of care and compassion. She helped me through a lot of issues, some current some buried deeper down and I can’t thank her enough for that. I used to struggle with being on my own and seeking validation from oth…
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Jemma
We both felt very comfortable with Maria from the first session. She didn’t take sides and let us both talk. Along with couples counselling she also did individual counselling which was helpful. I would definitely go to Maria again if I felt I needed it
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Hannah and Jonny
We can't rate Maria highly enough. We have recommended her to many of our friends who feel they could benefit from couples counselling. We have managed to turn things around in our relationship and put that down to Maria listening to us and guiding us through changes that were ne…
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Sean
Maria was a perfect fit for me and my wife. She helped us focus on the most important aspects of our relationship. I highly recommend Maria.