Marie-Paule Ahanda, BACP

Marie-Paule Ahanda is a United Kingdom based therapist with five years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger, depression, and LGBTQ-related concerns. She works with a range of challenges including panic attacks, attachment and abandonment issues, workplace stress, relationship and communication difficulties, social anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms. Marie-Paule approaches each person with sensitivity and respect, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs and goals of the individual. She emphasizes compassionate listening and practical support to help clients build motivation, confidence, and healthier coping strategies.

Marie-Paule is qualified with BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, reflecting her registration as a counselling professional in the UK. She delivers most appointments online, offering flexibility for clients who prefer remote sessions, while remaining able to arrange face-to-face meetings when appropriate. Therapy is offered in English and French to accommodate bilingual clients. Taking the first step can feel challenging, and Marie-Paule aims to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space to help people begin their journey toward improved wellbeing.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Support

Marie-Paule uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building practical skills and exploring personal patterns. One approach emphasizes skill-building - teaching strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and strong emotions, and helping clients develop coping tools for everyday challenges. Another approach centers on understanding relationship and attachment patterns - exploring how past experiences influence current interactions and helping clients work toward healthier connections and improved communication.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Marie-Paule works together with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time so the work fits the individual’s needs and pace.

Offering appointments by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging makes therapy more accessible and adaptable to different lifestyles. These options allow clients to connect from home or work, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult. Registered professionals like Marie-Paule can provide consistent therapeutic support through these flexible formats, helping clients progress toward their goals.