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- relationship issues
- family dynamics
- trauma and abuse
About Donatella
Donatella Maschio is a psychotherapist and counsellor in the United Kingdom, accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), with 27 years of practice. She works with relationship difficulties, family dynamics, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns and depression. Sessions are offered in English and Italian, and she accepts international clients.
She trained at the University of Surrey, completing an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy with a Means to Health. She later trained as a Systemic Family Practitioner at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust and has worked across public and private organisations. These roles included teaching and managing counselling courses and providing therapeutic work in organisational settings.
Her work covers attachment and blended family issues, communication problems and wider family problems. She also supports people dealing with life purpose, multicultural concerns, workplace stress and challenges faced by young adults. In addition to individual practice she advises staff on the emotional health of children in residential settings.
Sessions focus on practical discussion and relationship patterns. She draws on systemic family practice when looking at how people influence one another. The emphasis is on clear conversation about what is happening and on finding ways to change recurring patterns that cause distress.
Her background in teaching and organisational consultancy informs a straightforward, skills-oriented approach. Clients can expect direct discussion of communication and interaction patterns, with attention to cultural and life-stage factors. To begin, follow the site process to match and book a first appointment.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Systemic family practice examines how people affect one another and maps patterns of interaction. Online sessions using this lens look at communication cycles, roles and boundaries and help identify small changes that alter repeated conflicts. This approach is useful for relationship and family difficulties and for parenting concerns.She also draws on general evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, depression and attachment issues. These techniques focus on talking through distressing memories, noticing triggers and developing practical coping strategies to reduce day-to-day impact.
Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will discuss your goals, past attempts at help and personal preferences, and then recommend a way forward. This is a collaborative process that can change as therapy continues.
The original biography does not specify approved online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy routine, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-in meetings when needed. It can also allow contact across countries for those taking part from different locations.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
27+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Italian
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She works with relationship difficulties, family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting problems and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment, blended family challenges, communication and workplace issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach uses systemic family practice to look at interaction patterns. Sessions emphasise practical discussion of what is happening and ways to change recurring patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 27 years of experience working in private practice and within organisations. That experience includes teaching, management of counselling courses and organisational consultancy.
What credentials and location apply?
She is an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Italian. She also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on the chosen location and subscription tier.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.