Florbela Santos , BACP

Florbela Santos is licensed in the United Kingdom and brings 13 years of professional experience to her therapeutic practice. She has developed focused experience supporting people dealing with stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts - not couples therapy - and the effects of trauma and abuse. Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where people can explore their concerns without judgment.

Florbela adapts conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs of each person, tailoring the pace and methods to fit individual circumstances and goals. She encourages practical progress while honoring the courage it takes to begin therapy, and she acknowledges the importance of that first step.

Florbela holds the BACP credential, which reflects membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and a commitment to professional standards in counselling and psychotherapy. She aims to work collaboratively with clients to identify meaningful ways forward and to support them through change and recovery.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Florbela works from client-centered, mindfulness, and somatic perspectives to support mental and emotional wellbeing. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening without judgment and helping people find their own solutions - it is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and practical exercises to reduce the impact of stress and anxiety and to improve emotional regulation. Somatic therapy pays attention to the body and physical sensations as part of emotional healing - it can be especially helpful for people working with trauma, dissociation, and the effects of prolonged stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work itself. Florbela collaborates with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure the chosen approach feels useful and manageable.

Online therapy with Florbela is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to access support from different locations. These options provide flexibility in scheduling and the ability to continue therapy through transitions or when in-person meetings are difficult, while working with licensed professionals and trained therapists to pursue meaningful change.