Dr Maria Georgiou Shippi
Chartered Psychologist
“You bring strengths to therapy— our work together will never start from zero. I'll offer you an open space with no boxes to fit into. It will be safe to feel; emotions aren't good or bad. You're whole, never broken, even when struggling. Bearing these in mind, we will explore the many solutions to your concerns.”
About Me
Approach
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Services
Services Offered:
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Prevention
Programmes aimed at preventing mental health problems before they develop, through education, early intervention, and resilience building.
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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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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Skills Training
Structured programmes that teach practical coping and life skills, such as emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
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Works With:
- •Adults
- •Individuals
- •Organisations
- •Parents
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
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ADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
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Chronic Illness
A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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Control Issues
A persistent need to control situations, people, or outcomes, typically driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, or past experiences of helplessness.
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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Pregnancy & Fertility Issues
The emotional and psychological dimensions of pregnancy, fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, or the transition to parenthood.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Women's Issues
Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.
Professional Title:
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Chartered Psychologist
A psychologist who has achieved chartered status from a professional body, confirming advanced training and competence.
Qualifications
Glasgow Caledonian University
Evergreen Certifications
Registrations
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Psychologist
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