Jose Pando, BACP

Jose Pando works with people facing a wide range of problems, including anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strain, low self-esteem and the effects of trauma or abuse. He also supports those dealing with grief, stress, sleep or eating difficulties, parenting pressures, and questions around gender and sexual identity. Jose uses plain language and a calm manner to help people feel heard and understood.

He brings five years of professional practice and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP. His way of working is warm and interactive. Sessions aim to be collaborative - the client’s experience shapes the pace and focus.

Jose draws on several approaches to match each person’s needs. He uses client-centred work to build trust and understanding. Cognitive behavioural ideas help identify patterns that keep problems going. He also integrates psychodynamic and trauma-focused perspectives when people want to look at deeper life patterns or past hurts.

Expect sessions that mix listening, reflection and practical tools. Some weeks will focus on coping skills and short-term goals. Other times the work looks at long-standing habits and relationships that influence mood and behaviour.

Jose offers therapy in English and Portuguese and accepts international clients. He asks newcomers to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to his availability. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How Jose’s approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and building understanding. The therapist offers empathic attention and reflects back what is said so people can make sense of their feelings and choices. This approach helps with low self-esteem, relationship questions and life changes.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the thinking and behaviour patterns that keep problems going. It uses short exercises and practical tasks to test new ideas and change day-to-day habits, which can reduce anxiety or lift mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Jose will discuss goals and try ways of working that suit the person’s needs and preferences, and then adjust the plan as things progress. This collaborative stance helps people feel involved in decisions about their therapy.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy week, allow for quieter surroundings, reduce travel time and make regular check-ins simpler. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt therapeutic tasks and homework for remote sessions so progress continues between meetings.