English Under Pressure

CELTA
TESOL
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
Master of Education (MEd)
20+ years of experience in educational counselling, English language teaching, and communication coaching

I help multilingual professionals improve their English communication so they can think, speak and interact more clearly and confidently under pressure.

My approach is practical and diagnostic: I observe what actually breaks down when the pressure rises, then help learners build strategies so their existing English becomes clearer, more accessible and more reliable.

Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in inclusive education, educational counselling, and communication coaching, I work with professionals who need to communicate effectively in real workplace situations — not those looking for traditional grammar-focused lessons.

FluencyUP™
A 12-week programme combining small-group sessions and 1:1 tutorials to build clearer, more reliable real-time communication under pressure.
Learn more: https://fluencyup.englishthatworks.online/

Fluency Unfolded™
Flexible 1:1 coaching for high-pressure meetings, presentations, and fast-paced discussions. Ideal for professionals who want personalised support outside a group programme.

Next steps:
Discovery call (60 minutes)
A calm, diagnostic conversation to understand your goals, assess your communication patterns, and recommend the most suitable pathway.

Book here:
https://scheduler.zoom.us/mariya-hristova

FluencyUP™ Waiting List
Prefer to start with lower commitment? Join the waiting list. You will also have the option to attend a focused 30-minute fluency session and receive a short diagnostic guide before enrolment opens.

Join here:
https://tally.so/r/aQvJvq

FluencyUP™ – 12‑Week Programme
£1,200 total (or £400/month)
Includes weekly 1:1 + group sessions and applied practice.

Fluency Unfolded™ – 1:1 Coaching
£65–£95 per session
Price reflects preparation, personalised analysis, and between‑session support.

I worked with Mariya as my English coach for 2 years. Mariya made communication easy from the very first session and her friendly and reassuring approach helped me feel comfortable expressing myself. She adapted the sessions to my needs, and her explanations were clear and easy to follow. I found the session both productive and motivating, and I believe she is a patient and supportive coach.
Mariya helped me understand how to use English better at my work and how to get things done when situations become busy or stressful. She helped me learn how to focus on what is important when I speak, instead of thinking too much about every word and worrying about making mistakes. She also helped me understand other people better and make myself understood more clearly. Most importantly, I became more confident in my team and taking part in conversations. I now feel more like myself, even when speaking English.Mariya understands that workplace needs a different way to learn English. Her coaching helped me use English in real work situations, not just learn English in a classroom.

– O.D., management & marketing assistant

Mariya’s lessons have been extremely helpful for me. Not only have I learned to listen more carefully and not rush, but they also give me clear guidance on how to lead a conversation more effectively. Even when I’m not fully prepared with questions, I find that I can adapt more quickly during the conversation, stay engaged, and actively participate instead of avoiding difficult moments.
The lessons also help me improve my grammar. I can see my mistakes more clearly and learn new things all the time. Speaking with different people in the group, each with their own style and professional background, really expands my ability to communicate.
It feels much more practical and useful compared to just studying dry material, because I’m learning how to communicate in real, live situations.
I would definitely recommend Mariya’s teaching style. I believe it can help many people like me, those who may feel unsure about their knowledge or just need a bit of guidance to understand where they’re going wrong and focus on improving their weak areas, instead of repeating the same mistakes.
One thing that really stood out to me about your coaching style is how practical and interactive it is. I really enjoyed how the sessions are focused on real communication rather than just theory. I feel that I’ve improved not only my speaking and listening skills, but also my confidence in handling conversations more naturally and effectively.

– Asen M, musician & rock band manager, London

When we speak a lot, we all make mistakes. I learned to write notes to help my thinking and then speak. When I try to express something, I stop focusing on individual words and focus on meaning.
I listen to links that Mariya gave me every evening. I have to read a lot because of my job, but reading and listening don’t give me the chance to speak. During our lessons, I can remember words from the podcast and from the books I read for my work. Mariya’s lessons help me develop my speaking: I listen to what you say, I think, and I speak.
So, after I took part in the course, I had a few patients who speak English. I felt more confident speaking to them, and the consultations were much easier for me. I think I have improved my vocabulary and speaking skills because now I’m not searching for the words I need as before.

– Dr K Radev, medical professional

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mariya my English teacher. In her course, I was given the freedom to communicate with people from different professions and backgrounds, which enriched me not only linguistically but also personally.
With her guidance, I improved my pronunciation, expanded my vocabulary, and started building grammatically correct sentences. Whenever I make a mistake, Mariya gently corrects me and gives me valuable advice on how to use a word or expression in the best way.
This training has been extremely helpful in my business as well. Mariya shows me how to build proper relationships with clients, how to speak with confidence, and which expressions to use when I feel uncertain in communication.
The group interaction allows me to learn about different spheres of life, to hold friendly or professional conversations without hesitation, and to broaden my perspective.
Thank you, Mariya! I am truly glad to have such a professional by my side who inspires and supports me.

– Silvena K, small business owner & creative entrepreneur

Mariya is the reason I started speaking English. Because of the dialogues we have in our classes I learned how to respond in different situations at work or among strangers. Thank you. See you next lesson.

– Tina E, music pedagogue & orchestral double bassist

Mariya is a passionate and dedicated tutor who goes far beyond standard language teaching. Her approach is highly personalized, thoughtful, and genuinely supportive. From the very beginning, she created a learning environment where I felt understood and encouraged. Her guidance helped me progress with clarity and confidence, and every session left me feeling motivated and inspired.

– Margarita Hristova, guest relations officer