Jose Pando, BACP

Jose Pando is a counsellor who helps people facing jealousy, relationship strain, anxiety and depression. He supports those coping with life changes, grief, trauma and issues around intimacy. He also works with concerns such as addictions, self-esteem, stress and sleep or eating difficulties. Jose speaks English and Portuguese and is based in the United Kingdom.

Jose’s way of working is warm and interactive. He treats people with respect and listens first. Conversations are shaped around each person’s story and strengths, not a fixed script. His style aims to help people notice practical steps they can try between sessions.

He blends different approaches to match the problem at hand. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy helps spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviours. Client-Centred work creates space to be heard and understood. Psychodynamic ideas and trauma-focused methods are used when looking at past experiences that still cause distress.

Jose has five years of experience and is a BACP member. He has worked with people dealing with neurodiversity, gender and sexual identity questions, domestic violence, bereavement, and first responder stress among other issues. He tailors sessions to the individual and supports people through practical change as well as emotional processing.

People who choose him complete a short questionnaire and book sessions to fit their schedule. He encourages small, steady steps and focuses on helping people regain a clearer sense of direction and wellbeing.

How these approaches translate to online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, listening space where the counsellor follows the person’s lead and helps them find their own solutions. It suits people who need emotional support and clearer self-understanding.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings and behaviours and helps people test different ways of thinking and acting. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, stress and some relationship patterns.

Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck or unsure about change by exploring ambivalence and building motivation for practical steps. It can help with addictions and other behaviour change goals.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then adapt methods as the therapy progresses. This is a collaborative process rather than a fixed choice up front.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm which formats are currently available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people reach counsellors who work across locations, including those accepting international clients. Registered or accredited professionals can explain practical options when you start the matching process.