Ana-Maria Anica, BACP

Ana-Maria Anica is an integrative psychotherapist who works with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, stress, and major life transitions. She blends evidence-informed methods to create a personalised style of therapy, drawing especially on person-centered principles and mindfulness practices to match each person's needs and goals.

Many clients come to Ana-Maria feeling stuck in repetitive patterns, overwhelmed by current demands, or uncertain about the next step in life. She helps break complex issues into manageable parts, explores alternative perspectives, and supports the development of practical coping strategies that aim to increase confidence and a sense of control.

Ana-Maria emphasises a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic environment where people can move at a pace that feels right for them. Whether the focus is on short-term skills for immediate relief or deeper exploration of long-standing patterns, she adapts the work to fit individual priorities and timing.

Ana-Maria holds BACP, a professional membership for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She offers collaborative, person-focused support for those navigating relationship challenges, grief, trauma, changes in direction, and other emotional difficulties.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Ana-Maria commonly draws on client-centered therapy, mindfulness therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathic, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship where the person’s own goals and values guide the work - it is often helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and adjusting to life changes. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-focused awareness and acceptance skills to reduce stress and reactivity, which can aid anxiety, mood challenges, and coping with difficult emotions. ACT combines acceptance strategies with values-based action to help people pursue meaningful goals even when they experience difficult thoughts or feelings, and can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and unhelpful behavioral patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ana-Maria works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions over time so the approach evolves as priorities change.

Online therapy with Ana-Maria is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, accommodate different communication styles, and maintain continuity of care across locations, while allowing registered professionals to adapt methods for remote delivery.