Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

An approach to psychotherapy based on behavioural changes. It involves the extension of the modification and relearning procedures to cognitive processes, thought, fantasy. What we may believe about the things we do and the reasons for them and how they can effect how we live. We may seem like we are trapped and CBT can help dissect processes and how we operate subconsciously. Some behaviours operate so quickly they are almost compulsive. Explorations from CBT can slow things down and help contain cycles of behaviour, balance compulsions and change those activities that really we don’t want to pursue.

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Personality Profiles

Often in life we can behave, feel or think in certain ways that we do not understand. Maria believes that self-awareness, including personality adaptation knowledge, can help enlighten us to what we need and what we are. We can then have more self-acceptance and live more comfortably. If we tap into our vast store of information that applies to us we can achieve acceptance of self and others, maintaining balance and even achieving optimal results in life.

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Focus On Resolution

Many individuals can feel stuck for reasons they cannot figure out never mind explain. Therefore, there is a myth often applied that “we are who we are”, implying that this is set in stone. We can focus on re-programming ourselves if we choose to or find resolutions with self-awareness that we didn’t even acknowledge. Sometimes even the simple mention of “Why didn’t I think of that” is because we can’t see everything about our own process. Maria often works on shifting this energy so that individuals can reach their full potential.

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Script Analysis

Transactional Analysis is a model for understanding human personality, relationships and communications. Maria applies some of the techniques and concepts at the heart of the Transactional Analysis discipline. Additionally, other effective interactive and psychological communicational tools. These work with that which is often unconscious or subconscious but are the foundation of our script. Life Script is a process that we live out over time. Often people need to understand their own process script to step out of uncomfortable , destructive or dysfunctional patterns of behaviour . Once you have insight you have the option to take control, break patterns and change your life.

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Coaching & Consultancy

Coaching is a dynamic and motivational working process that can unleash personal power and autonomy. It can change perception, cultivate self-reliance and generate energy when the going gets tough.

Maria often works with Chief Executives, Managing Directors, Founders and various other leadership professionals through consultancy. It provides a varied and holistic perspective that gives penetrated insight into wisdom, power, opportunity and integrity. There are principles of growth and change that apply to those successful in vocation or business.

Addiction

Addiction to alcohol and other substances is a growing problem today. The Alcoholics Anonymous 12 Steps Programme is the standard method for treating addictions, and defines an ordered program which, if completed, should break the addiction. However, the level of success here is low. Two main problems in this regard are the failure of the addict to complete the programme and their relapse back into addiction. Treatment of addiction by other methods is even less successful. A new approach is needed, one which better integrates those treating addiction. By combining the 12 Steps programme and the idea of Life Script, a concept from Transactional Analysis, this book demonstrates that a much higher success rate can be achieved. The author pioneered this approach for five years, achieving an improved rate of success from this combination. The book includes case studies to underpin its findings.

Worklife Balance & Stress

Life, work, families, stress, low energy and depression can all be interlinked processes. In our ever increasing treadmill of life with its complexity, technology and expectations, we can develop symptoms that affect our mental health and general well-being. There are many techniques and processes that can help alleviate and balance out problems. One example of balancing your life includes mindfulness, which is not an abstract knowledge, but a set of practical skills that we can attain including; regulating attention and emotions, greater cognitive control and increased sensory awareness. All these are tools of life that can be preventatives if applied in dealing with stress and depression.

Communications

This is an area where consultancy, coaching and support can work on development, self-awareness and understanding life dynamics, transactions and relations. Interactions can be full of complex hidden meanings and defences which can be difficult to manage without discord. Maria has empathy for those who because they may have great flair in areas of work, life or self that an assumption is made that they must also apply this in communications. Here an exploration on communication and dynamics can empower individuals appropriately to manage interactions, transactions and self.

Confidence &
Self-esteem

Many people struggle with confidence and self esteem. Human beings need to nurture this often fragile side of the self. We can explore why and where difficulties in self perception exist. This is to allow us to reach our potential, enjoy life and to be motivated, feel important and have self belief.

Supervision

Maria provides supervision to a variety of individuals and organisations. She believes in providing a supportive environment where individuals can examine tasks, roles and responsabilities in relation to their work. Maria likes to be a positive and creative reinforcement to other practitioners and various professionals for their growth and development. This is a working alliance where creativity, diversity, and individuality can be celebrated rather than oppressed.