Rita Da Silva , BACP

Rita Da Silva is a UK-based therapist with 17 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, loss, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She offers a warm, respectful presence and adapts her work to the needs of each person, aiming to create an environment where clients feel heard and able to grow. Rita emphasizes practical support alongside emotional validation, encouraging steps that build resilience and a clearer sense of direction.

Her practice values collaboration and compassion - she works alongside clients as they explore difficult feelings and life transitions, supporting change at a pace that feels manageable. Rita holds membership with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which reflects her commitment to professional standards and ongoing development. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life can require courage, and Rita is committed to offering steady guidance and encouragement throughout that journey.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Rita uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside focused approaches for grief and attachment-related concerns. Grief-focused support concentrates on processing loss and finding ways to integrate change, helping clients work through sorrow while rebuilding routines and meaning. Attachment-informed work examines patterns of relating and connection, exploring how early and current relationships shape feelings of safety, trust, and self-worth, and offering ways to form more secure connections.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Rita collaborates with each client to identify methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what feels most helpful and adjust the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Rita is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, reduce travel time, and allow clients to receive consistent support while balancing work, family, and other commitments.