English That Works.

CELTA
TESOL
L5 Diploma in Education and Training
Master of Education (MEd)
20+ years in educational counselling, ESL instruction, and communication coaching

I help multilingual professionals and educators communicate clearly, confidently, and spontaneously under pressure, so they can express their expertise without freezing, overthinking, or losing their authentic voice.

My approach combines BELF-aligned communication training, a neurodiversity aware, structured method, and Meisner-informed, real-time interaction work. I focus on the moments where communication gets stuck - when pressure rises, overthinking takes over, or fluency becomes harder to access.

You bring your real contexts, challenges, and scenarios; together, we turn them into practical, repeatable communication patterns. Through targeted sessions, micro practice, and realistic rehearsal, you learn to stay present, think clearly, and express your ideas naturally in high-pressure situations.

Originally from Bulgaria and now based in England, I understand the mental load of working in a second language and the frustration of feeling more capable than your communication shows. I bring academic grounding, multilingual experience, and lived understanding of high-pressure communication to help you communicate with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

COURSES FOR ADULT LEARNERS

Fluency Under Pressure
Real‑time communication coaching

• Designed for professionals
• Suitable for any adult who wants clearer, more confident communication
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FluencyUP™ – 12‑WEEK COURSE
A practical, structured programme for clear and confident communication in fast or high‑pressure situations.

What’s included
• 1:1 sessions
– personalised guidance and feedback
• Small group sessions
– live interaction
– realistic communication practice
• Balanced approach
– build skills in a supportive setting
– apply them in real conversations

Weekly structure
• 100‑minute small group session
– focus: interaction, discussion, real‑time communication
• 20‑minute 1:1 session
– focus: feedback, progress check, personalised support
• Keeps learning
– focused
– practical
– relevant to your real communication needs

Between sessions: applied practice
• 3 to 5 short tasks per week
– 5 to 10 minutes each
– based on your real‑life situations

You will
• build fluency
• respond more quickly
• communicate clearly under pressure
• apply learning in real conversations
• reflect and refine in the next session

What you will achieve
By the end of the programme, you will
• communicate clearly and confidently in high‑pressure situations
• respond faster and with more control
• reduce overthinking and hesitation
• use English more naturally in real time
• understand your communication patterns and how to improve them
• feel more present and effective in meetings and discussions
• develop a sustainable system for continuous improvement
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Fluency Unfolded™ – 1:1 COACHING
Flexible 60‑minute sessions for focused, individual support.

Best for
▸ important meetings
▸ fast‑paced discussions
▸ high‑pressure communication

How we work
• Use your real materials
– slides
– emails
– updates
– meeting scenarios

Together, we
▸ identify where communication breaks down
▸ practise clear, effective responses
▸ develop strategies you can use immediately

Results
• Handle high-pressure situations with
– more clarity
– more control
– greater confidence
• Develop practical learning strategies tailored to how you work and think, which you can continue using independently

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Real‑Time English Studio™
(Meisner Informed Communication Training)

• Designed for teachers and advanced English users • Ideal for educators who want to deepen real-time communication skills

REAL-TIME ENGLISH SUMMER STUDIO – 3 WEEK COURSE

A creative, experiential programme for teachers and advanced speakers who want to communicate with more presence, spontaneity, and emotional clarity in real-time situations.

What’s included
• Weekly 90-minute live sessions – emotional preparation – repetition – impulse-based responding – improvisation • Small group format (max 8) – high engagement – paired work – real-time interaction
• Practical, embodied approach – understand communication as emotion → behaviour → language – reduce overthinking – build authentic fluency

Weekly focus
• Week 1 — The Other – presence, deep listening, behavioural awareness • Week 2 — Impulse – emotional preparation, spontaneous responding • Week 3 — Improvisation – authentic behaviour under imaginary circumstances

You will
• speak with more presence and emotional clarity • respond more naturally under pressure • reduce overthinking and hesitation • understand communication as a real-time, embodied process • gain tools you can use in your own teaching

Best for
• English teachers • Teacher trainers • Advanced English users • Educators curious about Meisner-informed methods

Exploratory Consultation – Free (60 minutes)

A focused session to understand your goals, assess your communication needs, and map out the right path for you.

Ideal if you’re unsure which programme fits or want a clearer picture of your communication strengths and pressure points.

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.

REAL-TIME ENGLISH SUMMER STUDIO (3 Weeks)
£150 (introductory summer rate)
Small‑group Meisner‑informed communication training for teachers and advanced English users.

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’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

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