- Anxiety and depression
- Addiction and trauma
- English and Portuguese
About Jose
Jose Pando is a counsellor who helps people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain and stress. He also supports those dealing with trauma, grief, addiction and issues around identity, including LGBT concerns. He has five years of practice and works in English and Portuguese.
His style is warm and interactive. He listens first and then adjusts the conversation to what each person needs. Sessions focus on practical steps as well as understanding the story behind a problem.
Jose uses a mix of approaches to suit different issues. He draws on client-centred work to follow the person’s pace. He uses cognitive behavioural ideas to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and routines. He also brings psychodynamic thinking to help people understand repeating patterns from their past.
He encourages people to notice their strengths and build from them. Motivational interviewing is part of his toolkit when someone wants to change habits such as substance use. Trauma-focused methods are used when past events still cause distress.
Jose tailors the plan to each person’s goals. He aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can try things out and learn new skills. If adoption or foster care history is part of a person’s story, he can include that in the work when it matters.
Clients can expect direct conversation, practical tools, and time to reflect. The first steps are simple and focused on what the client wants to achieve.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own priorities and helps the counsellor follow the pace the client sets; it supports problems where feeling heard and understood matters most. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches clear tools to break unhelpful patterns such as low mood or anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will talk with each person about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. This is a collaborative process aimed at practical change and better understanding.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which formats are currently offered before booking. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, support quicker check-ins if needed, and reduce travel time. Some approaches suit short, focused tasks while others benefit from longer sessions, and this will be discussed when arranging appointments.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this counsellor help with?
He supports people with anxiety, stress, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and identity concerns including LGBT matters.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is warm and interactive. He listens first and then offers practical steps alongside reflective conversation.
What experience does he bring?
He has five years of practice working as a counsellor with a range of concerns, from mood difficulties to trauma and relationship issues.
What credential and location are listed?
He is listed with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.