Mariam Nakabugo, BACP
UK person-centered therapist for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and abuse
- Relationship support
- Solution-focused care
About Mariam Nakabugo
Mariam Nakabugo is a United Kingdom based person-centered therapist with ten years of experience working with adults through a warm, encouraging and empowering approach. She holds the BACP credential, which refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and combines client-centered listening with solution-focused strategies to help people move forward in practical ways.
Mariam creates an open, non-judgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Her practice supports a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, work-related stress, family conflicts, trauma, loss and loneliness. She also works with issues related to addictions, grief, intimacy, anger and career challenges, as well as helping people cope with life changes and compassion fatigue.
She has developed specific expertise in trauma and abuse, and in culturally sensitive counselling for Black, Asian, Middle Eastern and minority women. Her work supports people who have experienced emotional or physical abuse, sexual violence, forced marriage, coercive control, female genital mutilation and honour-based violence. In addition to these focus areas, Mariam addresses attachment and abandonment concerns, adoption and foster care issues, blended family dynamics, body image, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication problems and other relational or personal challenges.
As a Christian, Mariam can integrate Biblical principles and Christian values into sessions when requested, tailoring support to personal and spiritual needs. She believes that each person is the expert on their own story and aims to walk alongside clients, offering encouragement and tools to build on existing strengths. Those interested in working with Mariam are invited to message her or check availability to arrange a session at a time that suits them.
Mariam creates an open, non-judgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Her practice supports a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, work-related stress, family conflicts, trauma, loss and loneliness. She also works with issues related to addictions, grief, intimacy, anger and career challenges, as well as helping people cope with life changes and compassion fatigue.
She has developed specific expertise in trauma and abuse, and in culturally sensitive counselling for Black, Asian, Middle Eastern and minority women. Her work supports people who have experienced emotional or physical abuse, sexual violence, forced marriage, coercive control, female genital mutilation and honour-based violence. In addition to these focus areas, Mariam addresses attachment and abandonment concerns, adoption and foster care issues, blended family dynamics, body image, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication problems and other relational or personal challenges.
As a Christian, Mariam can integrate Biblical principles and Christian values into sessions when requested, tailoring support to personal and spiritual needs. She believes that each person is the expert on their own story and aims to walk alongside clients, offering encouragement and tools to build on existing strengths. Those interested in working with Mariam are invited to message her or check availability to arrange a session at a time that suits them.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mariam Nakabugo have?
Mariam Nakabugo has 10 years of experience.
Is Mariam Nakabugo a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Mariam Nakabugo provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Mariam Nakabugo located?
Mariam is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Mariam Nakabugo as my therapist?
You can work with Mariam through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mariam Nakabugo work with international clients?
Mariam Nakabugo does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mariam Nakabugo cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could remote therapy be the right fit for you?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the way that feels most comfortable to them: by video call, by phone, through live chat, or via text-based in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to maintain continuity when life circumstances change.
Licensed professionals provide care through these remote options, and many people find that the therapeutic relationship and practical tools offered remotely translate well into everyday life. If the fit is not right, clients generally have the option to switch to a different therapist to find the right match.