The Maya Centre

19/11/2025

When your days are full, your needs can often fall to the bottom of the list. 💚

This 6-week group workshop is a chance to reconnect with yourself, feel supported and build a wellbeing plan that actually fits your life.

Join by making a referral today - https://www.mayacentre.org.uk/black-womens-project-referral

06/11/2025

How do our stories, silences, and strengths travel across generations?

The Maya Centre is partnering with doctoral candidate, Raven E. Jenerson, LICSW, LCSW, who is conducting a study exploring the experiences of transgenerational trauma, cultural inheritance, and resilience among Black, Brown, migrant, and diasporic women in the UK.

If you identify as a woman, daughter, or mother and are 18 or older, you’re invited to take part in:
💻 an online questionnaire (30-45 mins)
🎙️ a private, virtual interview (60-75 mins)

Your voice is powerful, your story matters, and we want to hear it.

Tap the link in bio to participate 💜

05/11/2025

This , we’re celebrating the incredible women who guide and support our mission every day.

Our Trustees bring heart, knowledge and care to everything we do, helping The Maya Centre stay true to our values and continue offering safe, inclusive and free mental health support for women.

Swipe through to see how our Trustees make a difference.

30/10/2025

🧠 Did you know trauma can physically change the brain?

A new study has found that women who experience sexual assault may show real, measurable changes in how their brains communicate, especially in areas linked to fear and emotion regulation.

This research helps explain why the impact of trauma can feel so deep and lasting and why recovery takes time, care and understanding.

At The Maya Centre, we see this every day in our work with women who’ve experienced violence, inequality and trauma. Our therapists use trauma informed, culturally aware approaches to help women rebuild trust, emotional safety and a sense of self.

💛 Healing is possible and it begins with understanding that what you feel is valid, and that your brain is doing its best to protect you.

If you’ve been affected by sexual assault or trauma and need someone to talk to, we’re here. Our free counselling and wellbeing services support women from all walks of life to find hope and connection again.

📖 Read the full article here - https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/women-brain-change-sexual-assault-b2844820.html

🌿 Learn more about our services - https://www.mayacentre.org.uk/our-services/

Findings may help better predict treatment response for sexual assault survivors

30/10/2025

Good news! There's still time to join our 6-week workshop to reclamation and healing 💜

This is a safe and empowering space for Black and Black Mixed Heritage women in Islington.

Through creativity, connection, and reflection, you’ll:
🌿 Explore healing in a culturally grounded space
💫 Reclaim your joy, voice, and magic
🌸 Build a toolkit for self-love, self-care & emotional wellbeing
🤎 Heal in community with other women who understand your journey

✨ This is your time to honour your brilliance, resilience, and power.

📍 Islington residents only
📅 Final registration date: 6 November 2025
📧 To join, email admin@mayacentre.org.uk
or call 020 7281 8970

21/10/2025

At The Maya Centre, we’re so honoured that our Black Women Project funded by Cloudesley was shortlisted for an award at the Black History Month Gala for contributions to the wellbeing and culture of the Caribbean and African community. 💛 This recognition alone reflects the dedication and compassion of our incredible therapists, whose work continues to create safe, healing spaces for women across North London.

What an amazing way to celebrate Black History Month! Thank you CA HN for a wonderful celebration.

10/10/2025

A few lovely snaps from the Kinship Wellness Experience co-organised by Islington Virtual School 🌿✨

It was such a beautiful day celebrating and honouring kinship carers who step up with love and care every day. 💜

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared smiles, and made the day so special! 💫

10/10/2025

💚 These are the words of women who’ve found support through our therapy and group sessions.

Yet many women are still unable to access this vital support. With your help, we can provide more free therapy sessions and reach the women who need it most.

✨ If you’d like to donate and help create hope, please click this link - https://cafdonate.cafonline.org/643 #!/DonationDetails

Thank you 💜

09/10/2025

Join a safe, compassionate space to understand your feelings and learn practical ways to manage low mood.🧠 Guided by a qualified therapist.

Limited spaces are available. Make your referral today - https://corenet2.coreims.co.uk/mayacentre/selfreferral/selfreferralstart.aspx

04/10/2025

Kinship carers – this day is for YOU! 🌸

Join us for the Kinship Wellness Experience on Monday 6 October 2025 💜

Expect delicious food, games, and relaxing sessions like reflexology, African yoga, art workshops, and mindfulness. Plus, friendly advice and support from the Maya Centre.

✨ Grab your free Eventbrite ticket today - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kinship-wellness-experience-tickets-1717211879959?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=2427ad7b5aecad3ab91036ea2e1245e9b265daebcf1cb8c02c50b059eca3bcb6b0cc8adfacc539171396559920fac72938cab4042a0827ba5e04c364368868dae6a89fd963257863a326a19a00

📍 Jean Stokes Community Centre, London
🕙 10am–2.30pm

02/10/2025

Start your 2026 by putting your wellbeing first. 🌷

With the support of one of our warm and experienced therapists, you’ll join a small psychoeducational group of women exploring gentle ways to care for both mind and body, through guided exercises and a safe space to talk about aches, pain, and the deeper connections between them.

If you’d like to join us, you can make a referral on our website mayacentre.org.uk or email admin@mayacentre.org.uk with any questions. We’d love to hear from you.

02/10/2025

Our wonderful patron, Siobhán McSweeney, recently spoke at the Labour Party Conference, shining a light on an issue that has deeply affected generations of Irish women and their families. 💚

Her words carry the voices of so many who have felt silenced for far too long. We are proud to stand beside her in raising awareness and calling for change.

👉 Read the full article here -

Actor Siobhán McSweeney has called on the British government to implement legislation that would give survivors of mother-and-baby homes, now living in the UK, access to Irish Government compensation.