Angela Watson
Psychotherapist (Registered)
Verified“I am an experienced British Psychotherapist. I work with a diverse group of UK and US expats. I specialize in anxiety in relationships, anxiety at work, belonging, ADHD anxiety, race anxiety, friendship anxiety, people pleasing and overthinking.”
About Me
Approach
I'm a mental health professional with over 20 years of clinical experience helping clients to overcome personal obstacles. With a global perspective, I've cultivated through living and working in different countries and cultures. I comprehend the unique challenges a diverse environment and way of life can bring.
I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, teens and families from diverse communities. I spent fifteen years working in the U.S.A. as a family therapist and have worked in different sectors, from corporate and non-profit to education. I also specialise in workplace issues and challenges, especially within the not-for-profit sector.
As a psychotherapist, I focus on crafting attainable goals tailored specifically to you. I aim to provide a supportive environment where you can foster your creativity, regain motivation and equip yourself with the necessary tools to prioritise self-care, self-respect and self-esteem. Therapy is a voyage of self-love, self-exploration, and self-actualisation, where each step forward is a noteworthy achievement that deserves recognition.
My therapeutic approach is centred on you; together, we build trust, collaboration and connection. I draw upon various modalities tailored specifically to you and am committed to embracing all identities, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, ability or religion.
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Individuals: I offer a safe, transformative space for you to explore what is keeping you stuck. I will help you move past blocks and traumas in your life to a happy and healthier place and support you through the process of creating change within yourself. I will help you develop a strong and resilient mindset where you can push through your fears and overcome your challenges and difficulties.
Couples: When working with couples, I offer an impartial, non-judgmental perspective, allowing each client to feel seen and heard. I implement communication skills and empathy and develop an understanding of how each individual contributes to and experiences the relationship differently to build stronger connections and intimacy between partners.
Relationship Breakups: Breakups are one of the understated losses and events that happen in our lives. I specialise in helping you navigate and process complicated feelings and I provide the tools to move forward.
LGBTQ: As an ally to the LGBTQ+ community, I provide a caring, non-judgmental therapy presence. I support clients through all stages of gender and sexuality exploration, whether it is seeking support in coming out or exploring a relationship with your gender and sexuality.
Non-Traditional Relationships: Non-traditional relationships can be non-sexual, couples who have love but do not have sex with each other or anyone else; relationships where there is a significant disparity in age or finances; grandparents raising grandchildren, being friends with an ex, relationships involving three or more people, can be two gay men and a woman who cohabit and raise their children together. They can also be sex workers who are in stable relationships with their partners.
Expats: My training and experience working with clients from around the world and my own experience of living abroad give me a unique opportunity to work with expats from various backgrounds. I currently work with those living outside their home country, such as expats, digital nomads, frequent travellers, and third-culture kids. I work on issues specific to expats, such as cultural adjustment, homesickness, re-entry, repatriation, reverse culture shock, and navigating intercultural relationships; many of the topics I address in therapy are more general mental health issues.
Services Offered:
Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
Learn more about CounselingTrauma Counseling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
Learn more about Trauma CounselingWellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Works With:
- Adults
- Couples
- Elderly
- Individuals
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
Learn more about Stress / BurnoutRelocation / Expat
The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.
Learn more about Relocation / ExpatCodependency
A relational pattern in which a person's sense of identity and self-worth becomes excessively tied to caring for or controlling another person, often at their own expense.
Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
Learn more about Self-EsteemLGBTQI+ Support
The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.
Shame
A deep, painful emotion involving the belief that one is fundamentally flawed or unworthy, which can affect self-perception and relationships.
Learn more about ShameRelationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Professional Title:
Psychotherapist (Registered)
A psychotherapist who is formally registered with a regulatory or professional body in their jurisdiction.
Credentials
Registrations
Psychotherapy
Qualifications
University of East London
National College
National College
Corporate Sponsored Coaching
New York Peace Institute
Service Areas
Braga, Portugal