Counselling, supervision and coaching
Private counselling and coaching with Maria for leaders and high achievers, and a team of qualified counsellors for adults, children and young people. In Glengormley, Newtownabbey, across Northern Ireland and online.
Two ways to work with us
Work privately with MariaA confidential space to put it down, quieten the inner critic and move from overthinking into action, with someone who has stood where you stand.
Work with Maria
Our counselling teamGrief and loss, anxiety, low mood, trauma, life changes and more, with a qualified counsellor matched to you, from £65 a session. Reduced-rate places available.
Find a counsellorEveryone is welcome here
Some people arrive exhausted from carrying everyone else. Others arrive low, grieving, anxious, struggling in a relationship or simply unsure what’s wrong. Whatever you’re carrying, and however you’d describe yourself, there is a place for you here.
You don’t need to know exactly what to say before getting in touch. Tell us as much or as little as you like, and we’ll help you work out the next step.
How we can help
Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, your child, your practice or your team, there’s a place to start here.
For adults carrying more than they let on: burnout, anxiety, grief, trauma and life changes.
Counselling
Creative, play-based and talking therapy, with parents kept in the picture.
Young people
For trainees, therapists, people-facing professionals, leaders and organisations.
Supervision
Private counselling, supervision for leaders, and life and leadership coaching.
Work with Maria“It’s not about what’s wrong with you. It’s about what happened to you.”
Maria Morgan, founder
Getting started
Fill in our short form, we’ll match you with the right counsellor, and you begin at your pace. If the fit doesn’t feel right, we’ll find someone who does.
Our own counselling rooms at Cherryvale Park.
Counsellors in their own private studios, closer to home.
Secure video sessions, wherever you feel most comfortable.
Founded by Maria Morgan
For most of my life I was the one everyone leaned on: a young carer, then twenty years leading teams and services. I lost people I loved, lost myself, and sat with the self-doubt and inner critic that come when nobody is holding you. Then I stepped out of a role that felt safe and built this practice from the ground up.
Today I work privately with leaders and high achievers who carry everyone else, and I lead a team of counsellors who bring the same care to everyone who comes to us.
Kind words
Shared with permission, and anonymously, by people we have worked with.
I had never been to counselling before and was really nervous/emotional. Maria made me feel immediately safe and comfortable, talking with her felt like a much needed warm hug. She made a huge impact on my life and has helped me through so much that I was holding on to. I still think of things Maria has taught me and try to use them when things get tough. Can’t recommend her enough, she’s a STAR!
I would encourage everyone to use your service. I am in a demanding role that requires me to lead others. I’ve learnt that in order to lead, I also require a safe place to unpack. The better I look after myself, the more I have to give to my team. Thank you for keeping me grounded and trusting myself.
You took the time to really understand what I wanted out of counselling, even when it was uncomfortable to me to admit. I found a safe space to be vulnerable and unpack my emotions without feeling judged. I feel so much lighter these days now that I don’t carry the weight of other people’s expectations. Thank you.
Learning how to be still with my thoughts and understanding how some turbulent times during my upbringing have shaped who I am as an adult. Realising that, I’ve been able to find my voice over time and work towards becoming more confident in myself.
I don’t know where to start…. The approach you take has made me feel valued and accepted from the minute I made the call. I have learnt so much about myself.
Used this service for a few years now and it’s no exaggeration to say it has had an enormous positive impact on my life and general well being… very personable, professional and person centred approach and I would highly recommend it, and encourage anyone to access it, who needs a little extra help to get by.
The sessions enabled me to develop a toolkit to deal with adversity and that is something that I think everyone should have. I found that the sessions met my needs, that I felt understood and that I was given appropriate solutions by Maria as a takeaway from it all; an easy recommendation!
Clear fees, no surprises
You’ll always know what sessions cost before you begin. Block bookings and reduced-rate places are available.
per 50-minute session with our counsellors
per 50-minute session with our counsellors, reduced-rate places available
per 90-minute session, trainees £45 per hour
Pay it forward
Not everyone who needs counselling can afford it. A pay it forward contribution, of any amount, goes towards reduced-cost sessions for people in our community who are struggling financially, so cost is never the reason someone goes without support.
Secure payment through Square. Every contribution, however small, makes a difference.
Get in touch
Reach out, and we’ll take it from there. Vulnerability is one of the most courageous acts we can make.
In a leadership role and looking to work with Maria directly? Book a private consultation.
Not ready to reach out yet? Take ten quiet minutes with our free reflection, Holding it all together, or our short guide to spoon theory.
