Ms Tania Pontes

CBT Psychotherapist

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“I am an experienced, compassionate, and empathic registered Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist in the UK and Clinical Psychologist in Portugal, working predominantly with adults. ”

About me

I bring experience and deep compassion to my work as a registered CBT Psychotherapist and Clinical Psychologist, supporting adults as they navigate life’s challenges. I create an empathic space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. Our sessions focus on developing practical strategies to build resilience, understand patterns, and move towards lasting well-being.

Approach

I bring experience and compassion to my work, keeping therapy practical, focused, and responsive to your pace. I offer online and face-to-face sessions from Spain in English, Portuguese, or Spanish, making it easier to access consistent support wherever you are. Together, we set clear goals and explore practical ways to manage what you’re going through. Sessions may include structured exercises and simple things to try between appointments, helping you test new ways of thinking, improve sleep, and manage intrusive symptoms. Regular assessments can also help us track your progress. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, with the aim of helping you make meaningful and lasting changes.

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Basic information

Languages:

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Fees:

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Madrid, Spain

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Pain Management
Psychological approaches to chronic pain that address the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural dimensions of living with persistent pain.

Works With:

Adults

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Postnatal or Perinatal Depression
Depression occurring during pregnancy or in the months following childbirth, affecting mood, energy, bonding with the baby, and daily functioning.
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OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.
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PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Sleep Problems
Persistent difficulties with falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restful sleep, including insomnia, nightmares, and disrupted sleep patterns.
Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Professional Title:

CBT Psychotherapist
A psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, an evidence-based approach that changes unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.