Arleia Lopes, BACP

Arleia Lopes is an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor who works with adults and young people, combining clinical supervision and life coaching to support lasting change. She is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has over four years of private practice experience alongside volunteer work with mental health organisations and primary schools.

Her practice has addressed a wide spectrum of concerns, including depression, anxiety, loss and suicidal thoughts, relationship and parenting difficulties, career challenges, grief, trauma and emotional abuse, and issues related to intimacy and self-esteem. Arleia also offers life coaching for clients seeking practical direction and support through transitions and goal-setting.

Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive and respectful, prioritising sensitivity and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. She draws on cognitive-behavioural, person-centred, psychodynamic and realistic behavioural methods, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs and circumstances. Arleia aims to empower clients to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life and provides clinical supervision and coaching alongside one-to-one therapy.

She practices in the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English. Current availability includes therapy appointments on Thursdays and Fridays.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Arleia uses a blend of established approaches to tailor online therapy to each person’s needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and can be especially helpful for difficulties with intimacy, trust and long-term relationship problems. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises an empathetic, non-judgmental relationship where the client’s experience guides the work - this approach supports self-esteem, emotional exploration and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and developing practical strategies to reduce anxiety, low mood and unhelpful coping patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Arleia works collaboratively with clients and registered professionals to identify which methods best fit the client’s goals, preferences and the issues they bring, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and options such as live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit support into busy schedules or for those who prefer written communication. These formats allow therapists to provide consistent, accessible care while collaborating with clients to find what works best for them.