I feel very lucky to have found Dr Atanes. I feel heard and understood. I would definitely recommend her!
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Ana is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Ana. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English and Portuguese
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Dr Atanes’ caring and empathetic therapeutic style has helped me immensely on my path to work through my anxiety - I am very grateful for the invaluable guidance I have received!
More about Ana
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I trained as an integral therapeutic counsellor, which is a flexible way to work with clients depending on their needs. I can work with different approaches such as psychodynamics, person centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and specialised in mindfulness-based approaches. My practice is informed by present moment awareness involving a balanced attitude between being open to client’s needs and grounded in clarity and sensitivity; always following a professional code of conduct. I can work with a range of problems such as stress and anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, fear and panic disorders, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and burnout. In my master’s and PhD, I specifically looked at the impact of stress, burnout and compassion fatigue and how practices such as mindfulness and self-compassion may support wellbeing. I am committed to support people from different areas and cultural background and I am experienced working and engaging with a broad range of ages (18+). I am a registered member of the BACP (MBACP).
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Trauma and abuse
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Control issues
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Self-love
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 391710 · Expires December 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I feel very lucky to have found Dr Atanes. I feel heard and understood. I would definitely recommend her!
Dr Atanes’ caring and empathetic therapeutic style has helped me immensely on my path to work through my anxiety - I am very grateful for the invaluable guidance I have received!
A great help, and a very nice and empathetic therapist
My sessions with Dr. Atanes so far were of the highest quality I could wish for. She doesn't just create a safe, open and light hearted space that commits me to look deeper into what is alive in me. She also gently puts in questions that aid me to re-center, re-connect and stay in a wholesome experience of what unfolds within the session. For me, Dr. Atanes calm, caring and attentive ways, as well as her spark of Humor and love of live make the sessions with her a true enrichment in my healing journey. I am deeply grateful for her professionalism and humanity!!
I worked with Cristina for a few months and have gotten so much out of each session. I felt she was really good at holding space and her responses were always considerate, thoughtful and compassionate. I would definitely choose to work with her again in the future as I loved her approach. Will miss the sessions for sure
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes speak?
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes speaks English and Portuguese.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes have?
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes has 5 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes licensed to practice?
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes offer?
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes?
Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Ana Cristina Atanes?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.