Maria Riddle

I am currently offering online sessions with flexible availability. I will be available for face to face sessions from January 2027 onwards. 

I work from a relational, contemporary psychodynamic and existential perspective, with the relationship at the heart of my practice. My work is deeply human, embodied and connected, drawing on psychological theory while remaining open to spirituality, philosophy, energy and different ways of understanding human experience.

Rather than approaching therapy through a fixed or traditional psychoanalytic framework, I work responsively with the person in front of me. I believe that meaningful therapeutic work develops through genuine connection — through creating a space where a person can feel met, understood and accepted in the fullness of their experience.

I hold both the psychological and embodied aspects of being human within my practice. I am interested not only in what we think and feel, but in how experiences are held and expressed within the body, and in the ways our histories, relationships and experiences can shape our sense of ourselves and the world around us. My work is informed by psychodynamic thinking, while remaining curious and open to emerging ideas and different perspectives on healing and human experience.

I take an inclusive approach, recognising the importance of each person's individual background, culture, faith, spirituality, identity and way of experiencing the world. I bring an awareness of neurodiversity to my work and do not believe that therapy should require people to fit themselves into a particular model. Instead, I seek to understand the individual and develop the work around them.

Energy is an important thread running through my work and through Inner Bloom as a whole. Alongside psychotherapy, I have developed a particular interest in sound, frequency and the relationship between emotional experience and the body. Where appropriate, these elements may be incorporated into therapeutic work, while sound therapy is also offered as a separate practice.

At Inner Bloom, I am continuing to deepen my understanding of Energy Psychotherapy through ongoing study and further professional training. This developing area of my practice builds naturally on my existing psychodynamic, existential and embodied approach, and reflects my growing interest in working with trauma not only through psychological understanding, but through the body and energetic experience. As my training develops, I continue to explore ways in which energy, frequency and embodied awareness can be thoughtfully incorporated into my therapeutic work.

At the heart of my work is a belief in the importance of connection: connection to ourselves, to our bodies, to others and, for those who find meaning in it, to something beyond ourselves. Inner Bloom is a space for exploring these dimensions of experience with curiosity, depth and openness.

Psychotherapy is a deeply collaborative process. It isn’t something that is done to you, but a space we gently create together—a place where you can slow down, feel supported, and begin to explore whatever you may be carrying.

Rather than offering a quick fix, psychotherapy is a process of discovery. Over time, it can help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, create meaningful shifts in how you relate to others, and find new ways of being that feel more aligned and authentic.

Our sessions are always led by you. You are free to bring whatever feels right, at a pace that feels safe. My role is to walk alongside you—offering guidance, reflection, and insight where it feels helpful—while holding a space that is calm, attuned, and non-judgemental.

Sessions usually take place once a week (or more frequently if needed), at the same time each week, and last for 50 minutes. I understand that choosing a therapist can feel like an important step, and it’s essential that you feel comfortable and able to trust the person you’re working with. The relationship we build together sits at the heart of the therapeutic process and is often where the deepest healing begins.

Fees

In person 50-minute therapy sessions – £85