Andreia De Almeida Paim
Brighton
Summary
Mental health professional specializing in internal family systems therapy, sand tray therapy, and polyvagal theory. Proficient in cognitive behavioral strategies and art therapy, with a focus on ADHD and eating disorders. Experienced in inner child work and the pivotal sexual addiction model, emphasizing a person-centered approach and effective suicidal intervention strategies. Committed to enhancing client well-being through innovative therapeutic practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Person Centred Therapist
Andreia Counselling
Brighton, East Sussex
2024.09 - 2026.04
- Patterns – Conducting assessments following the BACP guidelines.
- - Assisting individuals who have anxiety, depression, relationship issues, infertility, trauma, addiction, and ADHD.
- - Couples Therapy: Identifying and addressing underlying patterns of communication and emotional response. The practice fosters genuine understanding, trust, and connection.
- Delivered effective therapeutic strategies by building trusting relationships with clients. Recommended a variety of relaxation techniques to help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.
- Maintained up-to-date records of clients' progress towards their therapeutic goals.
- Improved the client's self-understanding with cognitive behavioural therapy techniques, which included identifying negative thought patterns and replacing them with more constructive ones.
- Demonstrated high levels of empathy and understanding whilst dealing with emotionally charged situations.
- Assisted clients in developing healthier thought patterns, which resulted in improved self-esteem and confidence levels.
- Provided empathetic support to help clients cope with emotional distress.
- Participated regularly in professional development opportunities to improve professional knowledge.
- Ensured confidentiality of all client data in accordance with ethical guidelines.
Associate Therapist
The Old Bank Wellbeing
Eastbourne, East Sussex
2023.08 - 2025.11
- Supporting clients with trauma, infertility issues, miscarriages, co-dependence, depression, anxiety, loss and bereavement.
- Conducted initial intake interviews to establish treatment goals.
- Employed cognitive-behavioural therapy techniques for anxiety reduction.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, promoting open communication.
- Assisted clients in coping with traumatic events, fostering resilience by providing tailored strategies and support that address their individual needs and experiences.
- Managed confidential client records, ensuring privacy and security.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Provided empathetic support to help clients cope with emotional distress.
- Able to maintain long-term counselling sessions.
Education
Undergraduate Degree - Person-Centred with Merit
Brighton University
Lewes, East Sussex 2020.09 - 2023.06
NVQ Level 2 - Person-Centred
MET Brighton college
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 2019.04 - 2029.05
NVQ Level 3 - Person-Centred
MET Brighton college
Brighton 2023.06 - 2023.07
Skills
- Internal family systems therapy
- Sand tray therapy
- Polyvagal theory
- Cognitive behavioral strategies
- Art therapy
- ADHD support
- Eating disorder support
- Inner child work
- Pivotal Sexual addiction model
- Suicidal intervention strategies
- Person-Centred Approach
LANGUAGES
Portuguese, English
Native
English
Advanced
Affiliations
- My hobbies include spending time with my family. I love and benefit from sound bath therapy. I am a podcast listener who enjoys various programmes related to mental health. I have a passion for cooking and find it enjoyable to prepare various cuisines. I enjoy going to the gym and listening to music.
HOBBIES
My interests include spending time with my family. Sound bath therapy is something that I enjoy and find beneficial. I am a podcast listener who enjoys various mental health-related programmes. I enjoy cooking and experimenting with different cuisines. I like going to the gym, doing yoga and discovering barre pilates.
Custom
- The Old Bank Wellbeing—Student placement
- November 2022 - August 2023
- - I provide support to clients who are dealing with trauma, infertility issues, miscarriages, codependence, depression, anxiety, loss, and bereavement. I take a compassionate approach, tailoring my methods to meet each individual's unique needs.
- BHASVIC college – Student placement
- December 2022 – September 2023
- - I handled issues such as anxiety, trauma, depression, and suicidal ideation.
- - Create a supportive environment that fosters open communication and trust.
- - My approach revolves around empowering students to explore their feelings and develop coping strategies tailored to their individual experiences.
- - Keep detailed records of sessions in compliance with legal standards.
- - Consistently maintain strict confidentiality to protect students’s privacy and rights.
- - I collaborate with my supervisor to develop a secure strategy for students who are experiencing suicidal thoughts. The plan includes regular follow-ups and collaboration with relevant school teams and mental health professionals when necessary.
- Muma Nurture — Student placement
- June 2021 - November 2022
- - Offer therapeutic methods for people struggling with anxiety, miscarriages, trauma, depression, baby loss, and infertility.
Timeline
Person Centred Therapist
Andreia Counselling
2024.09 - 2026.04
Associate Therapist
The Old Bank Wellbeing
2023.08 - 2025.11
NVQ Level 3 - Person-Centred
MET Brighton college
2023.06 - 2023.07
Undergraduate Degree - Person-Centred with Merit
Brighton University
2020.09 - 2023.06
NVQ Level 2 - Person-Centred
MET Brighton college
2019.04 - 2029.05