- Warm interactive style
- Works in English and Portuguese
- BACP registered counsellor
About Jose
Jose Pando is a counsellor who helps people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addictions, grief and major life changes. He also supports clients dealing with trauma and abuse, gender dysphoria concerns, LGBT issues and problems with sleep, eating or anger. Jose works in English and Portuguese and practises in the United Kingdom.
He uses a warm, interactive style that aims to make sessions feel respectful and straightforward. Conversations are shaped around each person's story and strengths. Jose encourages clients to explore what matters to them and to experiment with new ways of coping.
His work draws on Client-Centred principles alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Psychodynamic ideas. He may also use Motivational Interviewing techniques to support change and Trauma-Focused approaches where past harm affects current life. These methods are adapted to the client’s needs rather than applied in the same way to everyone.
Jose has five years of experience and holds BACP registration. He emphasises collaboration and practical steps alongside understanding personal history. People who come to him can expect a mixture of listening, reflection and goal-focused conversation.
To begin, Jose asks clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to his availability. He accepts international clients and works with people navigating the effects of natural or human-caused disaster as one of his focus areas.
Therapeutic approaches and online working
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a respectful, non-judgemental conversation where the client leads the pace and topics. It helps people who want a supportive space to make sense of feelings and decisions.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical skills to manage anxiety, depression or problematic behaviours. Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel uncertain about change by exploring ambivalence and building confidence to take small steps.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and try different ways of working until a helpful fit emerges. Clients and the counsellor decide together which methods to use and adapt them as progress is made.
Please confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, as options are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around daily life, reduce travel time and offer more flexible scheduling. Some formats allow shorter check-ins, others suit longer reflective sessions or therapeutic exercises, so discussing practical needs helps shape the best plan.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Jose help with?
He supports people with anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, grief, stress and coping with life changes. Coping with natural or human-caused disaster is also listed among his focus areas.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Jose uses a warm, interactive, client-centred approach that combines listening with practical steps. He aims to respect each person’s perspective and to tailor conversations to individual needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location should I know about?
Jose is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese. He also accepts clients from outside the UK.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered at the time of scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start work with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.