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Why we recommend Martha

Martha is a compassionate therapist who supports clients through anxiety, depression, and trauma. She empowers resilience and clarity, offering both immediate support and long-term guidance.
Martha Starr
Surrey
3 reviews
In Person
Online
Telephone

Works with

Adolescent
Individuals
Martha

Martha

FROM

£60/session

Person-Centred Therapist · Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body

Trauma & Abuse Recovery Adolescent Support Specialist Self-Harm Recovery Expert
Specialises in
Trauma, Suicidal Thoughts
Vibe

Warm, gentle, and compassionate, Martha has a natural ability to hold space for heavy experiences so you never feel like you are carrying them alone. She also brings a great sense of humour, adding a touch of warmth and light when things get tough.

Approach

Martha explores how your past shapes your current coping mechanisms. Her integrative approach means there is no one-size-fits-all formula, instead, she highly tailors the work to your exact needs to help you reach your full potential.

What Clients Say

Clients frequently report feeling safe with Martha, appreciating that she sees them as a whole person rather than a list of symptoms. Younger clients especially click with her, valuing her ability to understand their reality and make it safe to discuss really difficult things.

SurreyIn PersonOnlineTelephone
Next available times
MorningMon, Jul 20
AfternoonMon, Jul 20
EveningFri, Jul 24
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Client reflections

“Martha has a relaxed and easy going approach which is completely what I need. She has a warm and open personality which draws you naturally to her. I find my sessions with her insightful and helpful.”

June 2026

“I can report a really great experience with Martha. I have found her to be very willing to go in to the more esoteric parts of my thinking which I feel helped me a lot. Her questioning and experience/guidance genuinely has helped me to unlock a couple of different methods of thinking.”

May 2026

“Brilliant!”

May 2026

I can help you with...

AbuseAngerAnxietyDepressionEmotional abuseFamilyPanic attacksPhysical abuseRelationship difficultiesSelf harmSexual abuseTraumaWork related issuesBereavementBurnoutPeople pleasingShame-based challengesAttachment disorder

Qualifications

  • Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body
  • Level 3 Certificate: Counselling Skills for Working with Children, Place2Be (CPCAB accredited)
  • MindEd: Understanding Self-harm and Suicidal Ideation
  • Freedom Programme (domestic abuse)

About Martha

My name is Martha, I am a person-centred therapist and I truly believe that we all have the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, no matter the challenges we face. As a qualified and compassionate therapist, I offer both short-term and long-term counselling for adults and young people aged 16 and over.

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Key Focus Areas

Therapy is a very personal experience, and my services are tailored to meet your needs. Together we will be able to find strategies to enable you to cope better and move forward. I can help you with low mood, depression, stress, anxiety, worry / fearful thinking, self-harm, confidence / self-esteem feelings of inadequacy, suicidal thoughts, domestic/sexual abuse, shame, self-criticism, feeling lost, putting others first / people pleasing and loss / bereavement.

Therapeutic approach

With a strong person-centred influence, I take a psychodynamic and integrative approach to understanding your life experiences. The ways we learn to cope—our defences—often stem from self-protection. While they may have once served us, they can now stand in the way of living fully. With curiosity and compassion, we will explore where these patterns come from, how early experiences have shaped you, and how they may be contributing to feelings of unhappiness, confusion, or being lost—leading you to seek therapy.

Life can feel overwhelming, and you may find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, experiences of domestic or sexual abuse, self-harming behaviours, or even suicidal thoughts. But you don’t have to face these challenges alone. My counselling approach is tailored to your unique needs, ensuring the support you receive is personal, effective, and meaningful.

In a safe and supportive space, we will explore the difficulties you are facing and uncover strategies to help you manage life’s challenges. Our work will focus on processing emotions, building resilience, and empowering you to move forward with confidence, clarity, and hope.

Modalities

Integrative TherapyPerson Centred TherapyPsychotherapy

Session Types

Individual

In individual therapy, I provide a safe and empathetic space to help you understand your past experiences and explore the patterns that leave you feeling lost or unhappy.

Adolescent

For adolescents, I create a secure and respectful environment where young people can safely explore their feelings and feel truly held and heard.

Session fees

Session typeFormatFee
AdolescentIn Person£60
AdolescentOnline£60
AdolescentTelephone£60
IndividualIn Person£60
IndividualOnline£60
IndividualTelephone£60

Ready to Begin?

Whether you’re seeking immediate support or embarking on a deeper journey of self-discovery, I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.