Maria "Ri" Punt

Maria "Ri" Punt offers support for people facing issues around relationships, trauma, coping with life changes, and LGBT concerns. She also helps with matters linked to family stress, caregiving, chronic illness, and sexual culture including BDSM and kink. Maria presents a calm and approachable presence to help people find clearer ways forward.

She works in an integrative way, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit each person’s situation. Sessions focus on listening, making sense of difficult experiences, and identifying practical steps people can try between meetings. Maria aims to help clients reconnect with their inner strength and resilience.

Maria has 19 years of experience in the field and is a BACP member, which reflects her professional standing in the United Kingdom. She offers one-to-one talking therapy in English and does not accept international clients.

People come to Maria for a non-judgemental space to talk through shame, guilt, grief, or past abuse. She also supports those navigating sexuality, polyamory or non-monogamous relationships, and issues related to HIV and long-term health conditions. Sessions are framed around the person’s goals and pace.

To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is then arranged according to the therapist’s availability and the site’s subscription arrangements.

Approaches that guide online work

Maria uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in an integrative way, combining methods to meet each person’s needs. One common approach focuses on talking therapies that help people make sense of past hurts and reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress or ongoing anxiety. This involves careful listening, grounding exercises, and practical tools to manage difficult memories and reactions.

Another approach emphasises working with relationships and sexuality by exploring patterns, communication, and boundaries. This helps people clarify desires, negotiate consent and safety in kink or non-monogamous contexts, and address shame or guilt connected to sexual identity.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try methods that match the person’s goals, and adjust the plan as work progresses. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay relevant and useful.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time. It can also let people take part from a quieter space or choose audio-only meetings if they prefer not to be on camera.