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Existential therapy in Stockport, online, & worldwide

Individual and couples therapy to help you make sense of life.

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In person Psychotherapy available in Manchester

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Online Therapy available for global clients

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Individual or Couples Existential Psychotherapy

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Make sense of what’s going on.

It often begins with a feeling. Something heavy, confusing, or hard to name. Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety. Maybe a relationship feels difficult. Whatever you’re carrying, the space we create together can help you understand yourself more deeply and begin to move forward with clarity.

  • A great sounding board to navigate a difficult time in my life. Challenging my perspective and opening up my view and options. Thank you Maryia.

    Diane

  • Maryia is both responsive and professional. She demonstrates empathy and a strong understanding of the issues we discuss and reflects back to me, enabling me to consider things from different perspectives.

    Stephen

  • I like how she challenges me, I needed someone who goes against my belief to help me see situation in different points of view.

    Mark

Our Services

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    Individual Therapy

    50-minute sessions to explore anxiety, low mood, loss, or feeling stuck.

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    Couples Therapy

    90-minute sessions to support couples facing communication issues, conflict, or change.

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  • Supervision

    Supervision

    Supervision for practicing counselling psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors.

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The person behind the practice

Maryia Badashian is the founder of Badashian Therapy and a highly qualified existential psychotherapist dedicated to fostering an environment where clients feel genuinely heard and empowered to be themselves. Her practice is characterised by a gentle, thoughtful, and authentic approach, rooted in lived human experience. Maryia specialises in supporting individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected from their aspirations. Through her professional guidance, she enables clients to slow down, thoughtfully explore challenging emotions, and gain greater clarity and compassion in understanding their personal narratives.

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Qualifications & Professional Training

    1. Currently completing research for Doctorate in Existential Psychotherapy

    1. BACP License no. 01007173

    2. BICA-accredited training in IVF and fertility counselling

    3. Certificate in Couples Therapy (NSPC)

    4. Advanced training in Existential Supervision

    1. Certificate in Domestic Abuse

    2. Certificate in working with couples: Domestic abuse and violence

    3. Certificate in Trauma and Fear Continuum

    4. Certificate of applying theories of grief to practice

    5. Certificate in Dying to live and living to die: The Existential Paradox

    1. Continuing CPD in existential thought, trauma, and relational dynamics

FAQs

  • We spend time getting to know what brings you to therapy and what you hope to explore. It is a gentle, conversational session with no pressure to share more than you feel ready to.

  • Sessions are 50 minutes and take place weekly at a regular time. 90min for couples therapy.

  • All our sessions are held in confidence and are managed in accordance with ICO guidance and GDPR requirements. My intention is always to offer you a space where you can speak freely and feel supported.

    If a safeguarding concern were ever to arise, I would do my very best to talk with you first so that we can think it through together. Very occasionally, in situations of serious or urgent risk, it may not be possible to gain your consent before sharing information. If this were to happen, I would only share what is absolutely necessary, and always with the aim of ensuring safety and care.

  • No. You can contact me directly to book a free 15min consultation.

  • Currently completing research for a doctorate in existential psychotherapy and have specialist training in IVF and fertility counselling through BICA. I also have additional training in couples work, existential supervision, trauma, and relational dynamics. I am registered with the BACP.

The services and information provided by Badashian Therapy are intended for individuals aged 18 years or older. By using this site or booking therapy with us, you confirm that you are 18 or older.