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Mary Prime, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Mary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Mary. View 6 reviews
Great news, Mary is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

Mary is just fantastic. She is extremely knowledgable in her field of expertise and allows you to feel comfortable and calm immediately. She offers excellent, tailored advice for your issues and always starts the session recapping the previous. I found this really useful. You feel at ease during the sessions due to her kind natured approach which allows you to share openly and honestly; vital for therapy and growth. I could not recommend her enough!

Reviewed May 2024

Mary is kind and personable. I feel I can really open up to her and I have seen an improvement in my mental health since I started better help.

Reviewed March 2024

More about Mary

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

Hello and welcome to my counselling profile.

I am licensed Counsellor, based in Milton Keynes here in the UK. I have over 6.5 years of professional work experience as a qualified Counsellor. I also work in a talking therapies service within the NHS as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP).

Prior to this I worked as a volunteer Counsellor in local charities and several national organisations - such as Cruse Bereavement Care and Mind.

Since training as a Counsellor, I have worked with many hundreds of clients and supported people with a range of common mental health issues. Issues such as anxiety, low mood and depression. I have supported people who are contemplating self-harm, or suicide due to the difficulties in life that they experiencing and they can see no way forwards in life. I have supported people with relationship-related issues. I have also supported many young people who are managing transitions through life, such as attending University for the first time and learning to live independently. Also, people leaving University and taking the first steps into their professional career. These transitions in life also include losing someone we love through a loss of relationship, or through death.

One of my specialist interest areas is working with people who have chronic pain and other long-term health conditions. I have lived experience of a chronic pain condition myself - so am able to bring an enhanced level of empathy and understanding into my work with others who are on a similar journey. We can talk about how your condition is affecting you and any adaptations that you may be able to make to your routine so that you can manage your condition more effectively alongside your life commitments. I know how hard it can be to be taken seriously by health care professionals, so counselling can be a safe and supportive space where you and your concerns are taken seriously.

I have also worked to support carers. People who are unpaid carers for their family members - who may have long-term health conditions and/ or other disabilities. Therapy can over time help to find your 'self' again and to build coping skills and strategies so that you can give your best to the person you are caring for.

I have lived experience of neuro-diversities - both with my own Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia and being a parent of a child with Autism. These personal experiences enhance my professional work with clients and with the parents of children, who have ADHD, Autism and/ or Dyslexia. I deeply empathise with what it is like to try and live in and succeed in the world that wasn't built for you and your way of being. Whether your difficulties are with your work, study, relationships etc... I will be here to listen to you and support you as you explore your world and learn how to thrive in it. Hopefully with less need to mask and camouflage your Autism.

It is my belief that you can with the right support be able to live a very rewarding and satisfying life alongside whatever the condition is that you are living with, or the life experiences are that you are having.

I will be working with you to adapt the therapy to your specific needs and requirements. I believe that everyone has the right to access appropriate support. To feel empowered to make the changes that you need in your life - at a pace that feels manageable.

I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will work with you to try and discover your values in life and will be encouraging you to implement these wherever possible.

I welcome open and honest feedback throughout our work together. I will regularly ask for your feedback - so that we can make your sessions as helpful as possible.

Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take huge courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Depression Coping with life changes Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Compassion fatigue ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Communication problems Domestic violence Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Postpartum depression Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 376398 · Expires January 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Mary Prime

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

6 reviews

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Clients mention: Understanding Comfortable Recommend Calm Encouraging Excellent Fantastic Helped Helpful Listens

Mary is just fantastic. She is extremely knowledgable in her field of expertise and allows you to feel comfortable and calm immediately. She offers excellent, tailored advice for your issues and always starts the session recapping the previous. I found this really useful. You feel at ease during the sessions due to her kind natured approach which allows you to share openly and honestly; vital for therapy and growth. I could not recommend her enough!

Reviewed May 2024

Mary is kind and personable. I feel I can really open up to her and I have seen an improvement in my mental health since I started better help.

Reviewed March 2024

Mary is the only therapist I have ever felt like truly understood my needs and was able to offer useful input. She's incredibly kind understanding and professional and has a wealth of knowledge and resources. She's also one of the few therapists I have found that has plenty of knowledge and experience with neuro diverse people. I could not recommend her more

Reviewed November 2023

Mary is incredibly kind and understanding. I have had a difficult year and my therapy sessiosns can be quite intense as I jump subjects. She is always able to keep up. She ask the questions I need to be asking myself.

Reviewed November 2023

Mary is extremely personable and dedicated to supporting her patients by encouraging new ideas and through different perspectives of thinking. She is warm, kind and a very calming presence which immediately makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. She has helped me better understand myself and continues to challenge improvement in the areas I would like to.

Reviewed September 2023

So far Mary has been nothing but understanding, supportive, and helpful in my journey. She listens to what I want from sessions but also adds her own input which I really value!

Reviewed May 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mary Prime offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Mary Prime works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Mary Prime speak?

Mary Prime speaks English.

How many years of experience does Mary Prime have?

Mary Prime has 6 years of experience.

Where is Mary Prime licensed to practice?

Mary Prime is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Mary Prime accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Mary Prime does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Mary Prime offer?

Mary Prime offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.

How can I communicate with Mary Prime?

Mary Prime can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Mary Prime?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.