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).
Additional areas of focus: 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, Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #391710
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Flexible and adaptable
Written on Apr 01, 2025 after therapy with Ana Cristina for 2 weeks on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Cristina is authentic, warm and supports me to work in various ways towards deep healing.
Written on Feb 11, 2025 after therapy with Ana Cristina for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem
I feel very lucky to have found Dr Atanes. I feel heard and understood. I would definitely recommend her!
Written on Sep 05, 2023 after therapy with Ana Cristina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
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!
Written on Aug 09, 2023 after therapy with Ana Cristina for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
A great help, and a very nice and empathetic therapist
Written on May 12, 2023 after therapy with Ana Cristina for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
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!!
Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Ana Cristina for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching