- Social anxiety
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Client-centred work
About Jorge
Jorge Damasceno is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with six years of professional experience. He works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationships, low self-esteem, depression and life changes. Jorge also focuses on social anxiety and phobia and related concerns such as obsessions, compulsions and difficulties with communication.
He takes a conversational, client-centred approach and aims to help people talk through what matters to them. Sessions are practical and focused on goals that matter in everyday life. Jorge draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and other approaches to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding.
Jorge describes his work as collaborative. He uses elements of psychodynamic thinking to look at long-standing patterns and existential ideas to consider meaning and life purpose. Motivational Interviewing is used when people want support with change and taking the next steps.
Clients can expect clear explanations of methods and short-term strategies as well as space to reflect on deeper themes. He offers work that includes areas often linked to men's issues, fatherhood, guilt and forgiveness. Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.
For people worried about starting therapy, Jorge suggests a simple first step: answer a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting. The approach is flexible and adjusted with each person as they set their aims.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and helping people find their own solutions; it is useful for building confidence and talking through social fears. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and provides practical exercises to reduce anxious reactions and avoidant habits.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will explore what feels most helpful and agree together which methods to try based on the client's goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made over time as progress is reviewed.
Please confirm the current session formats before booking, as they are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow sessions without being on camera if that feels better, or a longer video session when more time is helpful. Registered or accredited professionals can use these options to make therapy more practical for everyday life, and Jorge will discuss which option suits each person during the initial matching and scheduling steps.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression and life changes, and also addresses social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a client-centred style that stays practical and conversational, combining short-term strategies with reflection on deeper patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including anxiety and relationship difficulties.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions charged and what do I pay?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.