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Available Appointments – In-Person & Online

I currently have a few openings for therapy sessions, available both in-person and online.

About Me

I am Claudio Mendes, an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist in Banstead, with over 16 years’ experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, and life transitions.

I am trained in Psychodynamic Counselling, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). Together, we’ll explore which approach best suits your needs and goals.

My style is warm, collaborative, and empathetic. I create a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Whether you are seeking therapy for anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, or self-esteem struggles, I am committed to helping you gain clarity, develop practical strategies, and make meaningful progress toward personal growth and emotional wellbeing

About My Practice

My practice in Banstead and online provides a safe, confidential space where adults can explore life’s challenges with support and understanding. I work collaboratively with clients, helping you navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and major life transitions.

I provide both in-person and online therapy, tailoring the approach to your individual needs.

In our sessions, you can expect a professional, empathetic environment where you can reflect, process experiences, and develop practical strategies to improve emotional wellbeing. Therapy is flexible and client-entered, designed to support your personal growth and resilience.

I also offer sessions in Portuguese, offering accessibility and cultural sensitivity. 

If you’re ready to begin therapy, please get in touch to arrange an initial consultation.

Your First Session

The first session is an opportunity to explore what brings you to therapy and discuss your goals. We’ll talk about your current challenges, any concerns, and what you hope to achieve through therapy.

This session is also a chance to ask questions about the process, the approaches I use, and how therapy can support you. Together, we’ll agree on a plan that feels right for your needs, including which approach — Psychodynamic Counselling, IPT, CBT, ACT, or CFT — is most suitable.

By the end of the first session, you’ll have a clear sense of direction and understanding of how therapy can help you manage difficulties, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful personal growth. 

Available Appointments – In-Person & Online

I currently have a few openings for supervision, available both in-person and online.

With 8 years of experience as a dedicated supervisor, I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT UK Accredited) supervision to both trainees and qualified therapists seeking to advance their practice.

What I Offer:

Expert CBT & IPT Supervision: I bring over 8 years of experience supervising both trainees and qualified therapists in CBT & IPT helping you refine your therapeutic approach, improve clinical outcomes, and deepen your understanding of evidence-based practice.

A Safe, Non-judgmental Space: I offer a supportive environment where you can openly discuss challenging cases, reflect on your therapeutic work, and receive constructive feedback to help you continue to grow.

Focus on Professional Development: I support supervisees in achieving their personal and professional goals, navigating ethical dilemmas, and staying up-to-date with the latest CBT research and methodologies.

It's an opportunity to outline how we’ll work together, clarify expectations, and ensure the supervision relationship feels like a good fit. 

Whether you're newly qualified or more experienced, this first session sets the foundation for a supportive and reflective space tailored to your development.