Claudio Mendes
Counselling and Psychotherapy in Banstead
Insight, support, and practical strategies to navigate life’s difficulties — in person or online.
My Therapeutic Approach
How do I know which therapy is right for me?
Each person’s situation is unique, so the first step is to explore together what brings you
to therapy and what you hope to achieve. From there, we can identify
which therapeutic approach best fits your needs, preferences, and way of working.
I draw on psychoanalytic, interpersonal, and cognitive-behavioural models to support insight,
emotional understanding, and meaningful change.
Sessions are collaborative and structured, providing a supportive space to explore
your experiences and develop effective ways of managing everyday difficulties.
Once we agree on the most suitable approach, we work on:
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Identifying emotional patterns that shape your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
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Strengthening interpersonal and communication skills
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Developing practical strategies to manage challenges and build resilience
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Therapeutic Approaches I Use and How They Can Help
Psychodynamic Therapy
A reflective, insight-oriented approach that explores how past experiences and unconscious
processes influence your current feelings and behaviours.
Supports deeper understanding, self-awareness, and lasting emotional growth.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
A structured and collaborative approach that helps you identify and change unhelpful
patterns of thinking and behaviour.
Focuses on practical strategies to manage difficulties and improve wellbeing
in the here and now.
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
A time-limited approach that explores how your relationships and social roles affect your mood and coping.
Supports improved communication, navigating life changes, and strengthening connections with others
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