Maria

Dr Maria Benito

Licensed Professional Counselor

“I am a qualified counsellor (MA in Counselling & Psychotherapy) and Psychologist working online, phone and face-to-face. I deal with anxiety, depression, domestic violence, suicide, parental support, bereavement, stress, trauma, relationships problems, divorce, illness, work-related issues; individuals and couples.”

About Me

I offer a confidential space to explore life's challenges, for individuals and couples. With extensive training, I guide clients through anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, and loss. We can work together to understand your experiences and find clear ways forward. I provide support online, by phone, or in person, ensuring flexibility to suit your needs. My aim is to help you build resilience and navigate life with greater confidence.

Approach

When you come to sessions, we focus on practical steps alongside exploring what keeps distress in place, creating small experiments to shift patterns. Sessions happen in my Dublin consulting room or remotely via secure video or phone, and I work in English and Spanish to suit your needs. I use brief structured check-ins, careful exploration of trauma or loss, and clear between-session tasks that target low mood and anxious thinking. This way of working suits adults, parents and couples seeking steady, practical support.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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Professional Title:

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

    A counselor licensed to provide professional mental health services including assessment and therapy.

Credentials

Registrations

Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP); Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI)

Counsellor, Psychologist

Qualifications

Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences

Service Areas

MB Counselling Clinic

In-person & Online

Sandyford

Dublin, Dublin

Ireland

Sandyford, Dublin, Ireland