- Psychodynamic focus
- English and Portuguese
- HCPC and BACP
About Regina
Regina Martins is a counsellor psychologist with 16 years of practice. She is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Regina trained first in psychology in Brazil and later completed psychodynamic counselling training in the United Kingdom.
She has worked in education, community and health settings across London. That experience includes both long-term and short-term psychotherapy with adults and older people. She has particular interest in supporting expats and people from different cultural backgrounds, and she offers therapy in English and Portuguese.
Regina bases her work on psychodynamic ideas and object relations. She pays attention to how past and present experiences influence current patterns. This includes looking at relational wounds, repetitive behaviours and how family relationships shaped ways of relating to others.
In sessions she aims to provide a warm space where people can bring what troubles them. Conversations focus on understanding patterns, making sense of emotions, and trying out different ways of responding to life’s stresses. Issues commonly addressed include anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and codependency.
Regina describes the work as collaborative. She listens, reflects and helps people notice what keeps repeating. Over time the goal is to change unhelpful patterns and aim for a more balanced life. For those who speak Portuguese, she can offer therapy in that language.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Regina uses psychodynamic ideas and attachment-based thinking to understand how past relationships affect current patterns. This approach looks at repeated feelings and behaviours and helps people connect those patterns to earlier experiences in family and relationships.She also practises client-centred therapy, which means sessions focus on the person’s experience and pace. The counsellor listens carefully, reflects what is said, and supports people to find their own ways forward. Together, these approaches can help with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and issues such as codependency.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Regina will discuss different ways of working and help decide what fits the person’s needs and goals. This is a collaborative process where preferences and life demands guide the plan.
Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current options before booking. Many clients find online work easier to fit into daily life because it can reduce travel, allow shorter check-ins and fit around work or family schedules. If you need sessions in Portuguese, discuss this when arranging the first appointment so practical arrangements match your needs.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this counsellor help with?
Regina works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, grief, intimacy concerns and codependency.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is grounded in psychodynamic and attachment ideas with a client-centred attitude. Sessions focus on understanding past and present patterns and how they affect daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of clinical experience working in educational, community and health settings, offering both short-term and long-term psychotherapy.
What professional registrations does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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