Maiya Thacker

Hi and welcome,

I understand that there has been a lot going on in the world recently and you may have noticed many different emotions rising and have possibly been unsure how to manage these. You may have felt alone at times too, or even had specific feelings increase and want to understand why, hence seeking out a therapist. Or you may have been going through things majority of your life, and have now been able to find the strength to open up and speak about them with someone else.

I work with you to help look at these emotions and understand yourself more, we will start by looking at your past whilst also working with the here and now. Let us work together, let us ease the weight of carrying everything alone, so that you are able to see clearer, and then find the right words to describe and understand yourself, your feelings, your emotions and your behaviours.

As a member of the Global Majority population, I am so involved in providing a therapeutic space for those who are also from the Global Majority community, as for many decades therapy has been a taboo for our communities. However, we are here to change that, as our communities need space to speak on our traumas and our blessings.  

I have over 5 years experience working in substance use fields, where I held groups with clients who had a wide range of substances they used. I also have over 6  years experience working 1-2-1 with clients who have a relationship with substances. 

I am a Theta Healing practitioner, which means that we can work together on a spiritual platform too, as this can help clear things that you have kept within, that no longer serve a purpose to you, or may not even belong to you. If Theta sounds like an approach you would be intrigued to work with, we will introduce this into sessions, where your whole self will learn to reconnect spiritually. 

I also work with those in the LGBTQ+ community and provide a safe welcoming, open space. As although the world is changing, we still are not there in regards to everyone being welcome or safe, within their own homes nor out in public.

I am very big on the fact that our sessions will be tailored to suit YOU as we are all individuals in our processes and bespoke services work best. Although I may have insight and knowledge on certain things, I am not you, so you will be able to share your own experiences with me. 

It can be hard to find a counsellor as there are so many of us to choose from, and we all provide something a bit similar, therefore,  I offer a free 10-15 minute phone consultation, where we can get to know each other more and get a feel for the work, then book in our first session.

I hope to provide a space where you can feel safe and comfortable.