Mary Lavelle
Compassionate, practical counselling for everyday struggles
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About Mary
Mary Lavelle has seven years of professional practice and works from a background in psychology and counselling. She holds a Degree in Psychology and a Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, and she is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Mary describes her work as a chance to help people make meaningful changes in their lives.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. She meets people where they are and focuses on what they want to change.
Background and approach
Sessions typically involve talking things through, developing coping strategies, and finding small steps that feel manageable. Mary has supported people with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting pressures, sleeping problems, anger and self-esteem. She also works with career questions, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue and ADHD related challenges.
Her experience across different settings informs a flexible way of working. She aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can speak honestly about difficult topics. Therapy is collaborative - Mary helps set goals with each person and reviews progress over time.
Practical tools and thoughtful conversation are both part of the process. People who value clear guidance and a down-to-earth style may find her helpful. For anyone wondering about next steps, Mary asks people to consider what they want to change and to start with a short matching questionnaire before arranging sessions.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 7
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 201308
- Languages
- English
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Mary's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Mary works with
Everything Mary lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
How Mary works online
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and together they decide what to try. That collaborative process means methods can be adjusted as progress is reviewed.
If you are considering online therapy, check the available session formats before booking since formats were not specified in the original biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a lunch break, or letting someone choose a session style that suits their energy and attention on a given day. Registered or accredited professionals adapt their methods so therapeutic work remains practical and focused even when people meet remotely.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does Mary help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger and low self-esteem, among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Mary uses a practical, collaborative style focused on conversation and doable steps. She helps set goals and works with people to try small changes between sessions.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has seven years of professional practice and two decades of study and work in psychology and mental health contexts.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
Mary is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients as well as people in the United Kingdom, and interactions take place in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options with the service before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Mary?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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