Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes, BACP
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes is a counsellor with five years of clinical experience. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and offers one-t
About Ana
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes is a counsellor with five years of clinical experience. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and offers one-to-one therapy in English and Portuguese.
Her background combines research into stress and burnout with practical therapeutic work aimed at helping people manage fears, low mood and overwhelming stress. Her practice draws on several approaches so sessions can be shaped to each person’s needs.
Background and approach
She uses acceptance and commitment ideas to help people notice what matters, and cognitive behavioural techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Mindfulness features strongly in her work and informs simple practices for day-to-day coping. Ana's doctoral and master’s research explored burnout, compassion fatigue and the role of self-compassion.
That research feeds into how she supports people with work-related stress, chronic exhaustion and caregiving strain. She also works with concerns such as addiction, sleeping issues, anger and low self-esteem. Sessions focus on practical steps alongside reflection.
People can expect clear, calm guidance and tools to try between meetings. The tone is warm and direct, with an emphasis on making small changes that add up. She offers sessions in the United Kingdom and with international clients.
Meetings are available by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging depending on what suits the client.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 391710 | December 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Ana works with
Everything Ana lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Trauma and abuse
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
Approaches Ana lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach is something the therapist does together with each person. Early sessions are used to understand what matters, what has been tried, and what fits the client’s goals. Choices about methods and tools are reviewed as progress is made so the plan stays relevant and collaborative.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow a fuller conversational experience, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit a work break, while live chat and text messaging suit short check-ins or when typing feels easier. These formats make it simpler to keep momentum between appointments and to fit therapy into a busy life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems can be addressed in sessions?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem and trauma-related concerns. Additional areas include chronic pain, caregiving stress, career strain and sleeping difficulties.
What is the general therapy style and approach?
Work combines acceptance and commitment ideas, cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness. Sessions blend practical tools with reflective conversation tailored to each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of experience working in therapeutic settings and in research on stress and burnout.
What professional credentials and location are recorded?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese and she is able to work with people from other countries.
Which session formats are offered?
Options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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