Zaida Fontes, NCPS

Counselling for addiction, trauma, and family issues

Addictions and trauma
Attachment and relationships
Grief and parenting

About Zaida Fontes

Zaida Fontes is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification. She works with people navigating addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, grief and bereavement, and a wide range of family and parenting concerns. Her practice also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, codependency, caregiver stress, communication and commitment challenges, and responses to major life changes.

Zaida approaches therapy from a stance that foregrounds each person's strengths and lived experience. She emphasizes that clients are experts in their own stories and partners in the change process, offering support as they build confidence, motivation, and practical coping strategies. Her work blends clinical approaches that help explore emotional patterns, improve relationships, and develop tools to manage intense feelings and addictive behaviours.

Fluent in English and Portuguese, Zaida supports individuals from diverse backgrounds and offers guidance through periods of transition, loss, and family conflict. She aims to create a compassionate, respectful space where people can take courageous first steps toward greater well-being and clearer direction in their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger management

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Zaida Fontes have?

Zaida Fontes has nine years of professional experience.

Is Zaida Fontes a licensed therapist?

Yes. Zaida holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification. No further license details were provided.

In which languages does Zaida Fontes provide therapy?

Zaida provides therapy in English and Portuguese.

Where is Zaida Fontes located?

Zaida is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Zaida Fontes as my therapist?

You can work with Zaida through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Zaida Fontes work with international clients?

Yes, Zaida works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Zaida Fontes 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.

Integrating therapeutic approaches for online support

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust; it helps people understand attachment wounds and build more secure ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and lived experience, offering empathy and acceptance to support self-directed growth and improved self-esteem. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for regulating intense emotions, managing distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be particularly helpful for impulsive behaviours and relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Zaida collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as the relationship and priorities evolve. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to what will be most useful for the individual.

Online therapy with Zaida is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support during major life changes, periods of grief, or when managing caregiving and family responsibilities, while allowing clients to engage in ways that suit their daily routines.

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