Thaís Iglesias

• Trauma and abuse
• Grief and loss
• Art therapy

About Thaís

Thaís Iglesias works with trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, low self-esteem and depression, and she uses art-based approaches alongside psychological methods in her work. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has ten years' clinical experience in both private practice and public institutions.

She trained in psychology and completed postgraduate study in art therapy in the United Kingdom. That combination means she offers talking therapies alongside creative ways of expressing difficult feelings. Sessions can include verbal discussion and art-based tasks to help people find different ways to show what words alone do not capture.

Her background includes work with people who have experienced severe distress, including trauma, abuse, grief and eating difficulties. She has also worked with depression, anxiety, psychosis, autism and bipolar disorder across clinic and institutional settings. This range has informed a flexible practical approach in clinic sessions.

In practice she encourages straightforward conversation about feelings and experiences, and uses creative materials when talking feels limited. Sessions focus on helping people notice patterns, make sense of painful events and try new ways of coping. The therapist aims to work at a calm, steady pace, matching the work to what each person brings.

She offers therapy in English and Portuguese and accepts international clients. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

How her approaches translate to online work

Thaís uses a combination of psychological talking methods and art therapy techniques. Talking therapy involves guided conversation to help people clarify difficult feelings, notice patterns and practice coping strategies. Art therapy uses drawing, collage or other creative activity to help express feelings that are hard to put into words; this can be useful for trauma, grief and eating-related issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will discuss options with each person and agree whether to use more talking, more creative exercises, or a mix. Decisions are made together based on the client's needs, goals and what feels most helpful in practice.

Practical benefits of meeting online include fitting sessions more easily into a weekday or work break and avoiding travel time. Online work can also allow for creative tasks that are done at home between sessions. The specific session formats offered are not listed here, so please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they fit your routine and technical setup.

Topics Thaís lists

• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Eating disorders
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Body image
• Chronic pain, illness, and disability
• Communication problems
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Life purpose
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Pregnancy and childbirth
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues

Questions about Thaís

Does she work with trauma and abuse?

Yes. She has clinical experience treating trauma and abuse and uses talking and creative methods to help process those experiences.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She combines psychological approaches with art therapy, using conversation alongside creative techniques to help people express difficult feelings.

How long has she been practising?

She has ten years' clinical experience in private practice and public institutions.

Is she registered with a professional body in the UK?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.

Can I work with her from outside the UK?

Yes. She accepts international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start therapy with her?

Click the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.