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Zaida Fontes, NCPS

Zaida Fontes is a counsellor who helps people facing trauma, addiction, low self-esteem and depression.

About Zaida

Zaida Fontes is a counsellor who helps people facing trauma, addiction, low self-esteem and depression. She works with individuals dealing with grief, parenting strains, family difficulties and major life changes. Zaida speaks English and Portuguese and has nine years of professional experience.

She holds NCPS as a listed credential and practises in the United Kingdom. Zaida believes people carry strengths that help them move through painful moments. In sessions she encourages clients to name those strengths and use them to make changes.

Background and approach

Conversations are collaborative and paced to each person's needs, with attention to emotion and practical next steps. Her approach draws from trauma-focused methods and Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how past hurts affect present relationships. She also uses client-centred listening and some Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills for emotion regulation.

This mix is chosen to suit the issue at hand rather than following a fixed formula. Zaida has worked with loss, domestic violence, abandonment fears, codependency and caregiver stress among other concerns. She also supports people navigating cancer, divorce and the practical stresses of fatherhood and family of origin problems.

Sessions emphasise simple skills for coping, clearer communication and building healthier boundaries. Practical arrangements are discussed at the start of therapy, including whether video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging best suit daily life. She aims to help people take manageable steps toward steadier mood and clearer choices.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCS20-00874	May 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Zaida names

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How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Zaida draws from trauma-focused therapy to help people process past hurt and reduce its impact on day-to-day life. This approach looks at how distressing events shape feelings and reactions, and works on ways to feel safer and more grounded. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore how early relationships affect current connections and communication, helping people build clearer boundaries and more supported interactions.

Choosing the right approach is a shared task. The therapist will talk with a client about goals, past experiences and what feels most helpful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made, so therapy fits the person's needs and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation when visual connection matters. Phone calls are useful when bandwidth is limited or a voice-only check-in is preferred. Live chat and messaging suit brief updates, journalling between sessions or flexible check-ins that fit around work and family commitments. These options make it easier to keep therapy part of a busy life.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and grief. She also helps with parenting strain, family problems, anger and coping with life changes.

What is her general style in therapy?

Her style is collaborative and client-centred, focusing on listening and practical steps. She draws on emotion-focused and skills-based techniques as needed.

How much experience does she have?

She has nine years of professional experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

The profile lists NCPS as a credential and states practice in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions available in?

Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese, and international clients are accepted.

In what formats can I meet with her?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.