About Us

Welcome

I’m Maya Ladva

I’m the lead counsellor here at Change & Grow Counselling Services, based in Mamabear Herbal Clinic, 47 Capel Road, Oxhey Village, WD19 4AE. I offer face to face, online, telephone, and walk & talk counselling to support you through whatever challenges life is bringing your way.

I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, but you don’t have to go through it alone. My role is to walk alongside you, offering a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely.

Accreditations, Memberships & Qualifications

Maya Ladva has a Diploma in Integrative Counselling

My Personal Journey

My decision to become a counsellor came from my own experiences of seeing how powerful it can be to have someone truly listen without judgement. Life can present us with unexpected challenges, and for many years I saw how friends, family, and members of my community struggled in silence.
I realised how much difference it makes when people feel heard, supported, and understood. That realisation inspired me to train as a counsellor, so I could provide that same safe space for others to explore their feelings, make sense of difficulties, and begin to heal.

Counselling isn’t just my career, it’s my calling. Supporting people to rediscover hope, confidence and purpose is something I feel deeply passionate about.

My Approach to Counselling

I work as an integrative counsellor, which means I don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” style of therapy. Instead, I tailor my approach to each individual client, drawing on a blend of proven therapeutic methods:

Humanistic Therapy

Helping you explore your sense of self and your potential for growth.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Identifying and reshaping unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour.

Psychodynamic Therapy

Understanding how past experiences influence present challenges.

Mindfulness & Creative Techniques

Building tools for calm, balance and resilience.

Together, we can explore your concerns, gain clarity, and create lasting positive changes. My sessions are collaborative, interactive, and always centred around your needs.

Life Challenges We Can Navigate Together

Counselling at Change & Grow can support you with a wide range of issues, including:

Stress, Anxiety & Depression

Mental Health Issues

Bereavement & Loss

Trauma & Abuse

Relationship & Family Difficulties

Self-esteem & Confidence Issues

Substance Abuse

Work-related Stress & Burnout

Identity, Cultural & Life Transitions

Social Media & Digital Pressures

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My Values:
Inclusivity & Respect

At Change & Grow, I welcome people from all walks of life, whatever your background, culture, gender, sexuality or beliefs.
I know that labels can never fully capture who you are. To me, you are not a diagnosis, a problem, or a category – you are a unique individual with your own story. I approach every client with curiosity, respect, and unconditional positive regard, and I am committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where you feel truly seen and heard.
If there are aspects of your identity or experiences, I’m not familiar with, I will always listen, learn, and adapt to ensure counselling feels like a safe space for you.

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My Experience & Professional Standards

I work within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Ethical Framework.

I invest in ongoing training and development to keep my skills and knowledge up to date.

Committed to help you rediscover balance, confidence & purpose

This means you can feel confident knowing that your wellbeing, confidentiality, and safety are always my top priorities.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

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Contact us for a FREE 20 min Consultation!!

Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. To help you decide if counselling is right for you, I offer a free, no-obligation 20-minute telephone or online consultation.

This is a chance for you to:

Talk through what brings you to counselling

Ask any questions you may have

Get a sense of how we might work together

There’s no pressure, just a safe, friendly conversation to see if Change & Grow is the right fit for you.