Rebeca Paiva, BACP
BACP-accredited therapist supporting adults through transitions
- Trauma-informed integrative care
- Supports anxiety and relationships
- Speaks English and Portuguese
About Rebeca Paiva
Rebeca Paiva is a UK-licensed, BACP-accredited therapist with over eight years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties. She works with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, attachment patterns, low self-esteem, overthinking, burnout, and life transitions, and also supports people coping with people-pleasing, boundary difficulties, emotional regulation concerns, panic, grief, and the lasting effects of childhood experiences and past wounds.
Her therapeutic practice is rooted in Humanistic Person-Centred Counselling, and she blends that foundation with practical approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Compassion-Focused Therapy. This trauma-informed, integrative, strengths-based stance is designed to offer both emotional insight and concrete coping strategies tailored to each person’s needs.
Rebeca holds a Master’s degree in Health Psychology, a postgraduate qualification focused on the psychological aspects of health and wellbeing, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, an undergraduate qualification in psychological science. Her work concentrates on building self-worth, clarifying identity, identifying triggers, challenging the inner critic, improving communication, and developing skills for stress management, motivation, resilience, and sustained personal growth.
She also supports clients living with chronic health conditions, helping them explore the emotional impact of diagnosis and change, manage what cannot be changed, and heal what can. In sessions she explores feelings, behaviours, and internal patterns with curiosity and compassion, identifying core issues, unhelpful beliefs, resilience factors, and the strengths clients already hold. Her aim is to help people feel more in control, grounded, and confident when navigating their lives, relationships, and emotions. Rebeca offers therapy in English and Portuguese and can conduct sessions in either language.
Her therapeutic practice is rooted in Humanistic Person-Centred Counselling, and she blends that foundation with practical approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Compassion-Focused Therapy. This trauma-informed, integrative, strengths-based stance is designed to offer both emotional insight and concrete coping strategies tailored to each person’s needs.
Rebeca holds a Master’s degree in Health Psychology, a postgraduate qualification focused on the psychological aspects of health and wellbeing, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, an undergraduate qualification in psychological science. Her work concentrates on building self-worth, clarifying identity, identifying triggers, challenging the inner critic, improving communication, and developing skills for stress management, motivation, resilience, and sustained personal growth.
She also supports clients living with chronic health conditions, helping them explore the emotional impact of diagnosis and change, manage what cannot be changed, and heal what can. In sessions she explores feelings, behaviours, and internal patterns with curiosity and compassion, identifying core issues, unhelpful beliefs, resilience factors, and the strengths clients already hold. Her aim is to help people feel more in control, grounded, and confident when navigating their lives, relationships, and emotions. Rebeca offers therapy in English and Portuguese and can conduct sessions in either language.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rebeca Paiva have?
Rebeca Paiva has 8 years of experience.
Is Rebeca Paiva a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional licence details were provided.
In which languages does Rebeca Paiva provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Portuguese.
Where is Rebeca Paiva located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Rebeca Paiva as my therapist?
You can work with Rebeca Paiva through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rebeca Paiva work with international clients?
Yes. Rebeca Paiva works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rebeca Paiva 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can produce meaningful change. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility - people can connect with therapists in whatever format feels most accessible, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This makes it easier to fit therapeutic work into a busy schedule, maintain continuity during life changes, or access support when in-person appointments are impractical.
Therapists who work remotely are licensed professionals, and individuals may choose to change therapists at any time if they want a different fit. For many people, remote therapy provides a practical, effective option to explore concerns, develop coping strategies, and work toward personal goals with the guidance of a trained professional.