Licensed psychologist · Online · English & Bulgarian
Licensed psychologist · Online
For when “I’m fine” stops doing the trick.
For when “I’m fine” stops doing the trick.
For when “I’m fine” stops doing the trick.
I’m Anna-Maria, a licensed psychologist. Talk it through with me in online sessions that fit around your life, or start on your own with my self-help courses and guides.
I’m Anna-Maria, a licensed psychologist. Talk it through with me in online sessions that fit around your life, or start on your own with my self-help courses and guides.
Master’s in Psychology · BA, King’s College London · ACT & CBT
hi, that’s me!
Kind words
What it’s like to work with me.
What it’s like to work with me.
What it’s like to work with me.
* Shared with permission. Names are shortened to protect privacy.
* Shared with permission. Names are shortened to protect privacy.
I arrived with a very busy head and absolutely no idea where to start. Anna helped me slow things down, make sense of my reactions and feel a little steadier.
— M.B., 28 | Ohio
I often worried I was too sensitive. With Anna I could talk without rehearsing everything. Our conversations helped me understand my needs and feel more comfortable speaking about them.
— C.P., 35 | Austria
We kept having the same painful conversation. Anna helped us slow down and actually listen. It gave us room to say difficult things and think about what we both wanted.
— M.T. and N.T., 40 and 47 | London, UK
I was so used to worrying about everyone else that I rarely mentioned myself. Anna listened carefully and helped me see that my needs deserved some attention and care too.
— P.G., 65 | Varna, Bulgaria
I did not have one big issue, just a feeling that something needed attention. Anna helped me put words to it and begin making choices that felt more my own.
— Anonymous
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I arrived with a very busy head and absolutely no idea where to start. Anna helped me slow things down, make sense of my reactions and feel a little steadier.
— M.B., 28 | Ohio
I often worried I was too sensitive. With Anna I could talk without rehearsing everything. Our conversations helped me understand my needs and feel more comfortable speaking about them.
— C.P., 35 | Austria
We kept having the same painful conversation. Anna helped us slow down and actually listen. It gave us room to say difficult things and think about what we both wanted.
— M.T. and N.T., 40 and 47 | London, UK
I was so used to worrying about everyone else that I rarely mentioned myself. Anna listened carefully and helped me see that my needs deserved some attention and care too.
— P.G., 65 | Varna, Bulgaria
I did not have one big issue, just a feeling that something needed attention. Anna helped me put words to it and begin making choices that felt more my own.
— Anonymous
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I arrived with a very busy head and absolutely no idea where to start. Anna helped me slow things down, make sense of my reactions and feel a little steadier.
— M.B., 28 | Ohio
I often worried I was too sensitive. With Anna I could talk without rehearsing everything. Our conversations helped me understand my needs and feel more comfortable speaking about them.
— C.P., 35 | Austria
We kept having the same painful conversation. Anna helped us slow down and actually listen. It gave us room to say difficult things and think about what we both wanted.
— M.T. and N.T., 40 and 47 | London, UK
I was so used to worrying about everyone else that I rarely mentioned myself. Anna listened carefully and helped me see that my needs deserved some attention and care too.
— P.G., 65 | Varna, Bulgaria
I did not have one big issue, just a feeling that something needed attention. Anna helped me put words to it and begin making choices that felt more my own.
— Anonymous
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Sessions your way
Does your life fit you right now?
Does your life fit you right now?
Does your life fit you right now?
You shouldn’t have to reshape your life to get support. I do my best to fit around yours, not the other way round.
You shouldn’t have to reshape your life to get support. I do my best to fit around yours, not the other way round.
You shouldn’t have to reshape your life to get support. I do my best to fit around yours, not the other way round.
Your pace
55-minute online sessions, at a rhythm that works for you.
Your pace
55-minute online sessions, at a rhythm that works for you.
Your pace
55-minute online sessions, at a rhythm that works for you.
Your language
English or Bulgarian, whichever feels like home.
Your language
English or Bulgarian, whichever feels like home.
Your language
English or Bulgarian, whichever feels like home.
Your way in
Start with a session, a self-help course, or the self-discovery test.
Your way in
Start with a session, a self-help course, or the self-discovery test.
Your way in
Start with a session, a self-help course, or the self-discovery test.
Your space
Join from wherever you feel comfortable. Rather go for a walk or do some gardening while we chat? Your space - your rules!
Your space
Join from wherever you feel comfortable. Rather go for a walk or do some gardening while we chat? Your space - your rules!
Your space
Join from wherever you feel comfortable. Rather go for a walk or do some gardening while we chat? Your space - your rules!
I usually reply within 24 hours
Why it matters: a 2020 review of 29 studies found that people who got the kind of support they preferred were less likely to drop out of therapy (Windle et al., 2020).
Start with a feeling
You don’t have to have the answer.
Most people arrive with a feeling, not an explanation. That’s enough to begin. Pick whichever sounds a little like you.
You don’t need to explain anything or get it right. Tap whatever feels close and I’ll show you how I’d help. Making sense of the rest is what I’m here for.
Start with a feeling
You don’t have to have the answer.
Most people arrive with a feeling, not an explanation. That’s enough to begin. Pick whichever sounds a little like you.
Start with a feeling
You don’t have to have the answer.
Most people arrive with a feeling, not an explanation. That’s enough to begin. Pick whichever sounds a little like you.
Self-discovery test
Do you even know yourself?
Do you even know yourself?
Do you even know yourself?
Twenty honest questions
Five minutes
See which way of responding your answers lean towards
Free
20 questions
About 5 minutes
Private
Designed by Anna-Maria, a licensed psychologist. A reflection tool, not a diagnosis.
Question 1 of 20
19 left
Before you start
Think about the past four weeks.
Choose what you usually did first. If a situation did not happen, choose what you would most likely have done. If two answers fit, choose the one you would probably do first. There are no right answers.
About 5 minutes · private
Ex-corporate director -> Licensed Psychologist
Hi, I’m Anna-maria
I know work pressure from the inside.
I know work pressure from the inside.
I know work pressure from the inside.
Before psychology, I worked in corporate management and, later on, became a director and business partner. The pandemic was my wake-up call. I retrained as a licensed psychologist to do work that means something: helping people find their way through life’s complexities.
Before psychology, I worked in corporate management and, later on, became a director and business partner. The pandemic was my wake-up call. I retrained as a licensed psychologist to do work that means something: helping people find their way through life’s complexities.
My approach is warm, practical and evidence-based. I use ACT and CBT, with mindfulness and shape our work around your challenges, strengths and hopes.
My approach is warm, practical and evidence-based. I use ACT and CBT, with mindfulness and shape our work around your challenges, strengths and hopes.
Master’s degree in Psychology
BA in Politics, Philosophy and Law, King’s College London
Works with ACT, CBT and mindfulness
Sessions in English and Bulgarian
“A safe and supportive space to explore, heal and thrive.”
“A safe and supportive space to explore, heal and thrive.”
How sessions work
What happens when you get in touch
What happens when you get in touch
What happens when you get in touch
One clear fee per session. No packages to buy, and your first session is a real session.
One clear fee per session. No packages to buy, and your first session is a real session.
One clear fee per session. No packages to buy, and your first session is a real session.
just you
just you
Individual session
Individual session
€80
€80
per 55-minute session
per 55-minute session
Online video, from wherever suits you
Online video, from wherever suits you
In English or Bulgarian
In English or Bulgarian
Your first session is 85 minutes instead of 55, at the same fee, so we have time to set a stable foundation for future sessions
the two of you
the two of you
Couples session
Couples session
€120
€120
per 85-minute session
per 85-minute session
One video call, together
One video call, together
In English or Bulgarian
In English or Bulgarian
Your first session is 2 hours instead of 85 minutes, at the same fee, so we have time to set a stable foundation for future sessions
From booking to regular sessions
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1
Book a time
Book a time
Pick a day and time that suits you, online.
Pick a day and time that suits you, online.
€80 · €120 for couples, paid when you book
€80 · €120 for couples, paid when you book
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2
Have your first session
Have your first session
We talk it through and see together whether we’re a good fit.
We talk it through and see together whether we’re a good fit.
85 minutes, or 2 hours for couples, on video
85 minutes, or 2 hours for couples, on video
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3
Keep going, at your pace
Keep going, at your pace
Weekly, every other week, or when you need it.
Weekly, every other week, or when you need it.
Same fee per session
Same fee per session
Paid when you book
Cancellation: up to 12 hours before
Confidential, within professional and legal limits. Fees are in euros.
Master of
the in-between.
Master of
the in-between.
Master of the in-between.
I’ve lived between countries, careers and chapters.
I’ve lived between countries, careers and chapters.
So I know the in-between from the inside: the stretch after one chapter ends and before the next one makes sense. It’s where a lot of people get stuck, and where I can help most.
So I know the in-between from the inside: the stretch after one chapter ends and before the next one makes sense. It’s where a lot of people get stuck, and where I can help most.
then
then
now
now
Corporate director
Licensed psychologist
North Sea
North Sea
Black Sea
Ireland
Ireland
England
England
Netherlands
Netherlands
Lithuania
Lithuania
Bulgaria
Bulgaria
In-between options
Whatever you’re in between.
Whatever you’re in between.
Whatever you’re in between.
Online sessions for the stretch between one chapter and the next. Pick the one that sounds most like you, or tell me it’s something else entirely.
Online sessions for the stretch between one chapter and the next. Pick the one that sounds most like you, or tell me it’s something else entirely.
here & there
Between countries
You’ve moved, or you’re about to. Home feels like it’s in two places at once, and neither quite fits.
Often about
Belonging, loneliness, starting over
here & there
Between countries
You’ve moved, or you’re about to. Home feels like it’s in two places at once, and neither quite fits.
Often about
Belonging, loneliness, starting over
here & there
Between countries
You’ve moved, or you’re about to. Home feels like it’s in two places at once, and neither quite fits.
Often about
Belonging, loneliness, starting over
then & next
Between careers
Burnt out, restless or ready to leave, but not sure what comes next. I’ve made that leap myself.
Often about
Burnout, big decisions, confidence
then & next
Between careers
Burnt out, restless or ready to leave, but not sure what comes next. I’ve made that leap myself.
Often about
Burnout, big decisions, confidence
then & next
Between careers
Burnt out, restless or ready to leave, but not sure what comes next. I’ve made that leap myself.
Often about
Burnout, big decisions, confidence
before & after
Between chapters
A relationship ending, a big birthday, a decision you keep putting off. Life has moved on and you haven’t caught up yet.
Often about
Change, identity, what comes next
before & after
Between chapters
A relationship ending, a big birthday, a decision you keep putting off. Life has moved on and you haven’t caught up yet.
Often about
Change, identity, what comes next
before & after
Between chapters
A relationship ending, a big birthday, a decision you keep putting off. Life has moved on and you haven’t caught up yet.
Often about
Change, identity, what comes next
Each option is the same 55-minute online session, focused on what you’re going through.
Not sure which fits? Book a consultation and we’ll work it out together.
Questions
Questions before you book
Questions before you book
Questions before
you book
Can’t see yours? Send me a message and just ask.
Can’t see yours? Send me a message and just ask.
Can’t see yours? Send me a message and just ask.
Is online therapy right for me?
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Online sessions suit many people, especially with busy schedules or across time zones. You’ll need a quiet, private space and a stable connection. If online isn’t the right fit for you, I’ll say so and help you think about alternatives.
What happens in the first session?
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How much does it cost?
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Is what I share confidential?
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How is therapy different from your self-help courses?
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What if I’m in crisis?
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no pressure, just a hello
You can start with what’s been difficult.
Send a short message. You don’t need the right words, just a few of them.
I usually reply within 24 hours.
no pressure, just a hello
You can start with what’s been difficult.
Send a short message. You don’t need the right words, just a few of them.
I usually reply within 24 hours.
no pressure, just a hello
You can start with what’s been difficult.
Send a short message. You don’t need the right words, just a few of them.
I usually reply within 24 hours.