- ACT and CBT
- Mindfulness therapy
- Person-centred focus
About Jose
Jose "Ronnie" Pereira is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with eight years of practice. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression, and also lists social anxiety and phobia among his focus areas. He speaks English and Portuguese and offers a direct way of working for those who find social situations difficult.
Ronnie uses a mix of person-centred ideas alongside cognitive behavioural approaches. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. He also draws on mindfulness and acceptance-based methods to help with overwhelming thoughts and urges.
In sessions he helps people notice patterns that keep problems going. That may include managing impulses, addressing sleep and eating concerns, or working through grief and relationship strain. He can also support those dealing with addiction, control issues, guilt or shame, and isolation.
He describes his work as collaborative and straightforward. Conversations look at what matters to the person now and which small changes could make daily life easier. Clients are invited to practise new skills and reflect on what works for them outside sessions.
His background includes eight years of counselling experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, recorded as BACP. To begin, prospective clients follow the site process to complete a short matching questionnaire and book a first session.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and problems that follow avoidance. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers clear exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, sleep problems and mood difficulties.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods to try based on goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can change over time as needs shift.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports using mindfulness exercises or CBT worksheets between meetings, which helps practice new skills in everyday situations.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression, among other concerns including social anxiety and phobia.
What is his approach in sessions?
He combines person-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness to address thoughts, behaviours and practical skills.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of counselling experience as recorded in his profile.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.