Therapy Malta

Therapy Malta is a counselling practice run by Antonella Grasso in Żejtun, a historic town in the south-east of Malta, a short drive from Marsaxlokk and the harbour area. Its approach is built on a safe space, active listening and empathy, and on the belief that healing begins when you feel seen, understood and supported. The practice works with children, teenagers and adults, and it also has an unusual team member: Lola Peach, a therapy dog.

It is part of our directory of psychologists and counsellors in Malta, where you can compare other options across the islands.

Counselling services

Individual counselling is for adults who are going through a hard moment. It gives space for reflection and self-awareness, so that change becomes possible. Antonella Grasso describes her main areas of focus as stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, loneliness and relationship difficulties, and she uses a solution-focused approach: working out what is holding you back, then agreeing a care plan for positive change.

Child counselling offers a safe setting for children who struggle to put emotional difficulties into words, helping parents and carers understand the causes of sadness, anger or challenging behaviour. Parent counselling supports mothers, fathers and carers with knowledge, tools and guidance, without judgement, around a child's behaviour and development, and aims to help you understand what your child is trying to communicate. Young adults therapy and couple therapy complete the range, so the same practice can often support several members of a household.

Animal assisted therapy brings Lola into the work. Lola and her owner enjoy exploring nature with family and friends, and that gentle, outdoorsy presence is part of the practice's character. This page describes what is offered and is not advice.

Online counselling

Online sessions let you speak to a counsellor from your own home, choosing video, audio or chat, whichever feels most comfortable. They are presented as a more affordable and more practical choice, because you can pick a time that fits around work and family. For expats who divide their year between Britain and Malta, online counselling gives continuity from either side. Our guide to relocating to Malta and guide for digital nomads in Malta cover practical aspects of settling in.

Your first session

The first appointment is a chance to meet, talk about what brings you to counselling and outline how you would work together. It is fine to feel nervous. The counsellor also covers confidentiality, fees and cancellation arrangements, and any paperwork needed, which takes no more than 15 minutes. After that, each session lasts 50 minutes and weekly meetings are recommended, although how often you attend is up to you.

What you discuss is confidential, with legal limits: Antonella Grasso must report to the relevant authorities if harm to yourself, harm to others or illegal activity is discussed. Therapy Malta is not an emergency service. For immediate help, use the national emergency number or the Mental Health Support line instead of waiting for an appointment.

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Visiting Żejtun and how to enquire

Żejtun suits a longer stay in the south of the island. Our Three Cities guide and Vittoriosa guide cover nearby harbour towns, while the best beaches in Malta and things to do in Malta pages help you fill free days. To plan the trip, see flights from the UK to Malta and where to stay in Malta.

To start, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and tell us whether you would like individual, child, parent, couple or online counselling. We will pass your message to Therapy Malta.