Anastasiia Makarova, BACP

CBT therapist for depression and relationships

Depression and anxiety
Relationship and family support
English and Russian therapy

About Anastasiia Makarova

Anastasiia Makarova is a cognitive-behavioral therapist based in the United Kingdom with four years of clinical experience. She focuses on depressive disorders, including treatment-resistant depression, and offers structured, evidence-informed therapy for persistent low mood, loss of interest in usual activities, sleep disturbances, difficulty organizing daily tasks, and changes in appetite or weight.

Her approach blends cognitive-behavioral methods with up-to-date insights from neuroscience and medicine to create clear, practical strategies for symptom relief and improved functioning. Anastasiia works collaboratively with clients to develop individualized plans that address both immediate difficulties and longer-term coping skills. She is trained in multiple therapeutic modalities and applies methods that align with each person’s needs and goals.

Anastasiia holds the BACP credential - membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects a commitment to professional and ethical standards. She offers therapy in English and Russian, accepts new clients, and is available to work with international clients. Anastasiia invites prospective clients to a cooperative therapeutic journey and looks forward to discussing how to tailor treatment to each person’s situation.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Anastasiia Makarova have?

Anastasiia Makarova has four years of clinical experience.

Is Anastasiia Makarova a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and indicates membership in a professional body that upholds ethical and professional standards. No additional license details were provided.

In which languages does Anastasiia Makarova provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English and Russian.

Where is Anastasiia Makarova located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Anastasiia Makarova as my therapist?

You can work with Anastasiia Makarova through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Anastasiia Makarova work with international clients?

Yes, Anastasiia Makarova works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Anastasiia Makarova 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 with therapy 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn practical ways to act in line with those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for clients coping with chronic stress, anxiety, or low mood who want to build psychological flexibility.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT offers structured tools for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance, and day-to-day functioning by teaching skills for coping and problem solving.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and emotional bonds formed early in life to help improve intimacy, communication, and relational confidence. This approach can be helpful for people working through attachment issues, family difficulties, or intimacy-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Anastasiia will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and together they will choose or combine methods that best support progress.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to access licensed professionals from different locations. These options support continuity of care and create practical choices for how therapy fits into everyday life.

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