José Pereira, BACP
José Pereira is a counsellor and psychotherapist with 22 years’ experience working with addiction and related mental health concerns.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
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About José
José Pereira is a counsellor and psychotherapist with 22 years’ experience working with addiction and related mental health concerns. He holds an MSc in Counselling and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He speaks English, Portuguese, French and Spanish and works with people from different countries while based in the United Kingdom.
José spent much of his career in residential treatment settings. He has held roles from counsellor to clinical manager and has overseen multidisciplinary teams.
Background and approach
That work gave him deep hands-on experience with substance misuse, compulsive behaviours and co-occurring mental health problems. He works in an integrative way and draws on several therapeutic approaches to match the person’s needs. In sessions he focuses on clear, practical steps alongside conversations about emotions and relationships.
He also runs psycho-educational workshops and interpersonal therapy groups as well as one-to-one work. People come to him for help with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship or family problems. He also supports people dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, guilt and shame, and communication or control difficulties.
Sessions aim to build long-term change rather than quick fixes. José prioritises steady progress, practical strategies and understanding how past experiences shape current patterns. He helps people set realistic goals and work through setbacks calmly.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 75002 | April 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 José works with
Everything José lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches José lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused 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
Choosing the best approach is usually a shared decision. José will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before. From there he suggests a plan and adjusts the methods as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant and practical.
Online therapy offers flexibility across formats. Video calls let people use visual cues and deeper conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for people who prefer typing, need brief ongoing support, or want to fit sessions around work or family commitments. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt these formats so people can access care from different places and time zones.
Frequently asked
What concerns does José help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family problems. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, codependency, guilt and shame, hoarding and related difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in an integrative, practical way using conversations and skills practice. Sessions focus on understanding patterns and building steady, long-term change.
How long has he been practising?
He has 22 years of experience, much of it in residential treatment services and in leadership roles managing clinical teams.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds an MSc in Counselling and is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese for international and UK-based clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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