The Maya Centre

13/08/2026

A shared understanding can make all the difference ☘️💚.

We are incredibly thankful to the Government of Ireland's Emigrant Support Programme for supporting our Irish Women's Service, enabling us to provide one-to-one counselling for Irish women and women of Irish descent. Generations of Irish women left their homeland and settled in Britain, sometimes as a result of traumatic experiences. Political and domestic violence, institutional and sexual abuse, can compound the impact of migration and lead to transgenerational trauma for many families trying to settle in another place.

This culturally sensitive service has offered a unique space where women can connect through shared identity and experience. Run by Irish women, for Irish women, it fosters healing, resilience and a powerful sense of belonging.

Thank you for helping us ensure that the Irish diaspora in London have access to the wellbeing support they need. Irish Foreign Ministry

10/08/2026

At Women’s Day, take time for you. 💕 Access mental health support, enjoy creative spaces, learn new skills, join wellbeing activities/trips and connect with other women in a warm and friendly environment. Together, we grow stronger. Learn more - https://www.mayacentre.org.uk/womens-day/

05/08/2026

Family relationships can be complicated. 💜

Love, loyalty, hurt, responsibility, and loss can exist side by side. Sometimes the impact of family relationships and childhood experiences stays with us long into adulthood, shaping how we see ourselves and connect with others.

Join our 10-week therapeutic group, where we'll explore family trauma, childhood experiences, toxic relationships, boundaries, self-worth, and healthier ways of relating.

This is a safe and supportive space to reflect, learn, and connect with other women who may be navigating similar challenges. Facilitated by a qualified female therapist.

💜 Self-referrals and professional referrals welcome.

Learn more - https://www.mayacentre.org.uk/understanding-family-complexity/

03/08/2026

Too many women on low incomes are left waiting for the support they urgently need. Free counselling services like The Maya Centre can be a lifeline, but demand is growing faster than we can meet it.

This month, thanks to funding from Islington Giving through the Family Catalyst Fund, we were able to support 12 women on low incomes with grants before the school holidays. These grants helped women organise wellbeing activities, learning opportunities, and skill-building experiences for themselves and their families. 💜

But we know many more women still need support.

Your donation could help us expand our counselling services, reduce waiting times, and ensure more women can access the help they need, when they need it most.

Please donate today and help ensure no woman is left waiting for support - https://www.mayacentre.org.uk/how-you-can-support/

30/07/2026

If you're struggling with depression, you're not alone. Sometimes, understanding what you're experiencing can be the first step towards feeling more in control and finding a way forward.

Join our free supportive and welcoming group to learn more about depression, how it affects daily life, and practical ways to support your wellbeing. Led by an experienced therapist, this is a safe space to learn, reflect, and gain helpful tools alongside other women.

Self-referrals and professional referrals welcome.

Learn more - https://www.mayacentre.org.uk/understanding-depression/

28/07/2026

A gentle reminder: feeling safe can change everything. 💜 When your shoulders soften and your breath feels easier, that’s your body letting go of survival mode and finding peace. ✨

23/07/2026

If you're coming to counselling for the first time at The Maya Centre, it's completely natural to feel nervous. This is one of the spaces where many women begin their journey with us.

You can take a breath, be yourself, and know that you're not alone 💜

09/07/2026

For many years, the Black Women’s Project has provided specialist support for Black women, creating safe and supportive spaces where healing can happen together.

Through groups such as the Emotional Emancipation Group, creative drama therapy, and the Somali Women’s Group, Black and Black mixed heritage women can connect with others who understand their experiences. These are spaces where women can feel heard, valued, understood, and cared for 💜

This important work would not be possible without the generous and ongoing support of Cloudesley. Their commitment is helping more women access the support and care they deserve every day. We are also incredibly grateful for match funding from Awards For All The National Lottery Community Fund .

Thank you for believing in this work, and in the strength, resilience, and wellbeing of the women we support. ✨

07/07/2026

We’re encouraged to see our CEO Gona Saed featured in this important conversation about the future of the Women’s Centre at the former Holloway Prison site.

A place of safety, hope and opportunity for women must remain at the heart of this development.

Read more:

Campaigners call on housing association to deliver on centre commitment

01/07/2026

Sometimes healing begins with simply knowing someone cares 💜

This Social Wellness Month, we're reminded that healing doesn't always happen alone. Sometimes, it begins with a conversation, a listening ear, or a supportive community walking alongside us.

If you're struggling, know that reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. Connection can bring comfort, hope, and healing. You matter, and you deserve support.

Try one small step toward connection and well-being:
💙 Reach out to someone you trust
🌱 Make time for self-care
🤝 Join a community or group