Maria
Private Tutor in London: Tower Hamlets
Female Member since Oct 2022 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 02 Jul 2025
My Summary
1:1 Coaching For Teens (Ages 13–18) – Doctoral Trainee In Child & Adolescent Psychology
About Me
Hi! I’m Maria, a Psychology MSc graduate and native Spanish speaker currently training to become a Child and Adolescent Psychologist in London (Doctorate 2025–2028), which informs my holistic and empathetic approach. I've been delivering career consultations over the past 2 years for young people and personally understand the challenges of pivoting careers.
I now offer 1:1 career coaching sessions for students in Year 10-13 who are navigating the often overwhelming transition from secondary school into adulthood—whether that’s university, apprenticeships, gap years, sixth form, or alternative pathways.
My sessions use the IKIGAI framework to explore:
- What you love – Passions and interests
- What you are good at – Strengths and skills
- What the world needs – Purpose and contribution
- What you can be paid for – Practical, sustainable pathways
Sessions include:
- Visual tools and structured coaching activities
- Reflective journaling
- Progress tracking
- Optional parent consultations to share updates and discuss strategies for continued support
*All sessions are delivered online for convenience, flexibility, and accessibility.
Whether your teen feels lost, uncertain, or simply needs someone objective and experienced to talk to—I’m here to help with a warm, inclusive, and strengths-based approach.
Feel free to message me to ask questions or book a session!
My Experience
With over 4 years of experience across the corporate, education, and non-for-profit sectors, I’ve worked extensively with young people aged 11–18 in schools, colleges, and charitable organisations; and, over the past two years, my job has been to provide tailored career and life guidance to individuals, supporting their transition into further education, training, or employment.
My background includes roles such as: Student Placement Officer, SEN Employment Advisor, Wellbeing Coordinator, and English tutor, where I’ve supported diverse students including those with SEN, mental health challenges, and those navigating systemic barriers.
My Qualifications
Education:
• Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology: University of East London (UK): 2025 – 2028 – currently studying
• 2:1 Masters in Psychology (BPS Accredited): Birkbeck, University of London (UK): 2022 – 2023
• Bachelors in Business Administration: Universidad del Pacífico (Perú): 2014 – 2019
Certifications and Additional Training:
• Evidence-Based Therapy (2024–2025, Private Therapy Clinic) – Currently undertaking training focused on research-backed therapeutic approaches.
• TEFL Certification (2023, TEFL UK) – Qualified to teach English as a foreign language.
• Safeguarding Children (2025, Prospero Teaching) – Acquired knowledge on safeguarding principles to protect vulnerable individuals.
• Trauma Informed Care (2024, Trauma Toolbox) – Developed skills to support individuals affected by trauma with empathy and safety.
• Inclusive Education & SEND Strategies (2024, University of Leeds) – Gained expertise in inclusive practices for supporting individuals with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Mental Health First Aid (2023, MHFA England) – Trained to identify, understand, and respond to mental health challenges with a trauma-informed approach.
My Availability
I am mostly free after school (4PM onwards), and also during the weekends.
*All sessions are delivered online for convenience, flexibility, and accessibility.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
| Morning | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Last Updated: 02/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Tutoring from £50.00 per hour
£50.00 per hour
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 27/06/2025)
- Other (added 27/06/2025)
- Exam Certificate: TEFL Certificate (added 06/02/2025)
- Full CV (added 06/02/2025)
- First Aid Certificate: Mental Health First Aid Certificate (added 06/02/2025)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Children (added 06/02/2025)
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