Welcome
I am Claudio Mendes, an experienced psychotherapist offering a thoughtful and grounded space to explore what’s troubling you.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, difficult relationships or long-standing patterns that keep resurfacing, therapy can help you gain clarity and move forward with more confidence.
Therapy is also available in Portuguese.
To learn more about how I work and what I can support you with, continue below.
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About Me
I am a psychotherapist and supervisor accredited by BABCP, BACP, and IPT UK, with over 16 years of experience supporting adults through emotional, relational, and identity-related challenges.
My work has included roles in the NHS, multicultural counselling services, bereavement agencies, the probation service and mental health charities.
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My own experience in therapy inspired me to train as a psychotherapist. I offer a grounded, transparent, and collaborative approach, helping you explore your thoughts, emotions, and relationships while developing practical strategies to navigate life’s challenges.
I draw on psychodynamic, interpersonal, and cognitive-behavioural approaches, and when relevant, I incorporate elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to support lasting insight and emotional growth.
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If you’d like to read more about my training, experience and therapeutic style, you can visit my Meet Me page.
Common Areas I Support
I work with adults facing a variety of emotional and relational difficulties, including:
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Anxiety & Stress
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Low Mood & Depression
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Grief & Loss
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Trauma & Relational Trauma
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Relationship & Communication Difficulties
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Sexuality, Identity & Belonging
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Work, Purpose & Life Transitions
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Loneliness or Disconnection
These are some of the most common challenges, but therapy is tailored to your unique needs and goals. To learn more about my approach and how I work with these difficulties, click the button below to visit my Approach page