José Pereira, BACP
- Addiction and compulsive behaviours
- Multilingual therapy
- Residential treatment experience
About José Pereira
Since 2003 he has worked across treatment settings, gaining extensive experience with substance addictions, compulsive behaviours and co-occurring mental health difficulties. His clinical background includes roles in leading residential treatment facilities where he served as Counsellor, Senior Counsellor, Head Therapist and Clinical Manager, often overseeing multidisciplinary teams and contributing to programme development.
He works integratively, drawing on a range of therapeutic models to tailor care to each person. His practice incorporates approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), cognitive analytic therapy (CAT), motivational interviewing (MI), relapse prevention, psychodynamic, systemic and Gestalt methods. José also facilitates psychoeducational workshops and interpersonal psychotherapy groups, alongside longer-term individual work aimed at sustainable recovery and change.
Fluent in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish, he brings both clinical breadth and cultural accessibility to his practice. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which reflects his professional training and practice standards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does José Pereira have?
José Pereira has 22 years of experience.
Is José Pereira a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential BACP.
In which languages does José Pereira provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.
Where is José Pereira located?
He is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with José Pereira as my therapist?
You can work with José Pereira through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does José Pereira work with international clients?
Yes, José Pereira works with international clients.
How much does therapy with José Pereira cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-informed approaches for online recovery and support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often used with anxiety, depression and struggles with motivation where changing the relationship to difficult internal experiences is helpful.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It is practical and skills-based, commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress and patterns that maintain addictive or compulsive behaviours.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships and emotional regulation. It can be useful for addressing relationship difficulties, attachment issues and long-standing patterns rooted in family of origin dynamics.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. José works collaboratively with people and with other registered professionals as needed to determine which methods best fit a person’s needs, goals and preferences, adapting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in that collaborative work. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging allow people to access ongoing support around work and family commitments or from different locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different formats to suit comfort and schedule, and stay connected to therapists even when in-person appointments are not possible.