Maria

Dr Maria Pournara

Chartered Psychologist

“I am an experienced and committed psychologist working with adults and couples offering evidence-based therapy.”

About Me

I help adults and couples navigate life's complexities and strengthen their relationships. In our sessions, we'll collaboratively explore challenges, understanding underlying patterns and developing practical, evidence-based strategies. My aim is to create a thoughtful, supportive space where you can gain clarity and build resilience. This approach is ideal for those seeking a grounded way forward to make lasting change.

Approach

I keep sessions focused and practical, turning insights into small, testable steps that fit your life. In my London practice and online, sessions are conversational yet structured, in English or Greek, with space for couples or individuals to bring what matters most. We map patterns, experiment with new responses, and use brief between-session tasks to strengthen change—especially helpful with anxiety, relationship strain, burnout or life transitions. This way of working suits people seeking clear, steady progress and tools they can use day-to-day.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Ukraine Aid

    Mental health support specifically for people affected by the conflict in Ukraine, including refugees, displaced families, and those experiencing war trauma.

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

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

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • 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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  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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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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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Professional Title:

  • Chartered Psychologist

    A psychologist who has achieved chartered status from a professional body, confirming advanced training and competence.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Care and Professions Council

Practitioner Psychologist

University of Hertfordshire/British Psychological Society

Chartered Psychologist

Qualifications

University of Roehampton

University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

NAOS Education

Service Areas

Canary Wharf

In-person & Online

Greater London

London, England E14

United Kingdom

Greater London, London, United Kingdom