Maria Herguedas Irazu
Mrs Maria Herguedas Irazu
Phone
Mobile
Email
[email protected]
Website
synecollective.com

Professional Profile

Qualification(s)
Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Languages
Spanish
Registration Number
32367
Registration category
Certified Practising
Additional PACFA credentials

College of Counselling
Offers telehealth
Yes

* Certified Practicing PACFA members have studied at AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) or above, with a minimum of 400 hours instruction in counselling or psychotherapy subjects, plus have a minimum of 40 hours client contact, and 10 hours of supervision.

Clinical PACFA members have met the education standards above and have accrued a minimum of 750 client contact hours, including 75 hours of supervision.

About me

My practice
Maria (English & Spanish) is an accredited Psychologist, Psychotherapist, and Sexologist with a strong foundation in education and early childhood development with a Masters in Counselling & Psychotherapy from ACAP.
With a background in teaching and childcare, Maria brings a deep understanding of developmental and educational contexts to her therapeutic work.
She has a particular interest in ADHD, combining clinical insight with a practical, strengths-based approach to support clients in navigating learning, attention, and behavioural challenges.
Maria’s expertise extends to sexuality and relationships, offering a safe, informed space for clients to explore issues of identity, intimacy, and self-understanding. Her practice is integrative, empathetic, and informed by a commitment to both psychological wellbeing and educational empowerment.
Practice opening hours
9 to 5 Monday to Friday
Issues I can help with
Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Childhood or adolescent issues, Communication issues, Conflict resolution, Cultural issues, Depression, Family or parenting, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Low self-esteem, Mental health issues, Migrant issues, Relationship issues, Sex and sexual issues, Social skills, Stress
Type of therapy offered
Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Couples therapy, Motivational interviewing, Narrative therapy, Person-centred counselling, Psycho-education, Solution-focussed therapy

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