Andreia Sousa Fortes, NCPS

Compassionate therapist supporting meaningful change

Stress and anxiety support
Trauma and grief care
Personalized evidence-based plans

About Andreia Sousa Fortes

Andreia Sousa Fortes is a UK-based therapist with four years of professional experience and holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification. She focuses on supporting people through stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression, while also addressing related concerns such as addictions, self-esteem, sleep and eating difficulties, and complex family or relationship issues.

Andreia approaches each person with sensitivity, compassion, and respect, creating a space where clients can explore their experiences without judgment. She adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client's unique needs, preferences, and goals, using collaborative work to identify practical steps forward. Her practice emphasizes empowering clients to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady support through periods of change.

Fluent in English and Portuguese, Andreia tailors her therapeutic dialogue and techniques to fit individual circumstances, drawing from a range of evidence-informed approaches. She aims to help people build coping skills, repair attachments and relationships, and navigate difficult transitions with greater resilience and clarity.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteem Coping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Andreia Sousa Fortes have?

Andreia Sousa Fortes has 4 years of professional experience.

Is Andreia Sousa Fortes a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the NCPS credential. License details: .

In which languages does Andreia Sousa Fortes provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Portuguese.

Where is Andreia Sousa Fortes located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Andreia Sousa Fortes as my therapist?

You can work with Andreia Sousa Fortes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Andreia Sousa Fortes work with international clients?

Andreia Sousa Fortes does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Andreia Sousa Fortes 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 canceled 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.

Approaches That Guide Online Therapy Sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, and focuses on identifying personal values to guide meaningful action. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance or rumination gets in the way of living well.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and early bonding experiences to understand current emotional responses and connection difficulties. It can support work on abandonment fears, trust, communication, and repair in close relationships.

Andreia approaches treatment collaboratively, recognizing that finding the best therapeutic fit is part of the process. She works with clients to weigh different methods against their needs, goals, and preferences, tailoring a plan that feels achievable and relevant.

Online therapy with Andreia can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, try different formats to suit comfort levels, and keep therapeutic momentum as life circumstances change.

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