Esmeralda Abad
@esmeraldaabad
Integrative counsellor and clinical supervisor specialising in CBT and child mental health.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and clinical supervisor with six years post-qualification experience, trained in CBT and clinical supervision and currently pursuing a Master's Diploma in Counselling Psychotherapy. I work across charity, NHS, government and private sectors, providing evidence-based interventions for anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attachment issues while maintaining a private practice.
I have led and supervised multidisciplinary teams, delivered CYP-focused early interventions (CYP-IAPT), managed safeguarding and risk, and ensured outcome measurement and data quality within digital patient records. I am bilingual (English/Spanish), experienced in IAPT/Maytas/Salesforce programs, and committed to reflective practice under the BACP ethical framework.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
MIClinical Supervisor
Mind
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 9 months)
Provide clinical supervision and management for a team of 3–4 practitioners, develop evidence-based treatment plans for CYP aged 5–18, and ensure routine outcome measurement and data quality for MHSDS submissions.
EAP Counsellor
Teladoc UK
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Delivered employee-assistance counselling, performed risk assessments, developed and adjusted treatment plans, coordinated referrals, and contributed to outcome measurement and peer clinical support.
TMLead Counsellor
The Mix
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Led delivery and integration of web-chat counselling, managed volunteer recruitment and training, provided clinical supervision, and maintained safeguarding and service monitoring processes.
Counsellor Supervisor
Faces in Focus
Jan 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 11 months)
Provided group and individual supervision to sessional counsellors, held clinical responsibility for supervised cases, maintained records, and supported day-to-day counselling service operations.
Mental Health Advisor
APM UK
Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)
Supported delivery of a pilot supporting long-term unemployed residents by conducting health and vocational reviews, delivering therapeutic interventions, and producing clinical reports to inform employability plans.
Counsellor
Wandsworth and Balham Association of Psychotherapists
Jan 2014 - Dec 2018 (4 years 11 months)
Provided therapeutic counselling within NHS-linked services addressing anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction, conducted risk assessments, and maintained professional membership and clinical records.
Counsellor
El Telefono de la Esperanza UK
Jan 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 11 months)
Delivered multilingual therapeutic support, performed risk assessments, developed personalised treatment plans, and coordinated referrals to external support agencies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Tourism Specialties Quito
Bachelor's degree, Travel, Tourism and Hotel Management
1993 - 1997
Degree in Travel, Tourism and Hotel Management completed between September 1993 and September 1997.
CCCounselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB)
Professional diplomas and certificates (Levels 2–6), Counselling and Psychotherapy
Completed multiple professional counselling qualifications including Diplomas in Therapeutic Counselling (Level 4), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Level 5) and Clinical Supervision (Level 6).
ACAna Freud Centre
Certificate in Supervision for the Infant Mental Health Practitioner, Infant Mental Health / Clinical Supervision
Awarded a Certificate in Supervision for the Infant Mental Health Practitioner.
HCHammersmith and West London College
Further education certification, English and Tourism
Studied English and Tourism with units covering the First Cambridge Certificate and English for speakers of other languages.
ISOM School of Ministry / The Shepherds University
Diploma in Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion
Completed a Diploma in Theology and Religion awarded by ISOM School of Ministry and The Shepherds University (USA).
Unknown Secondary School (Ecuador)
High School Diploma, Sciences and Humanities
Ecuadorean Baccalaureate in Sciences and Humanities (high school diploma).
Unknown (Higher Certificate in Community Interpreter)
Higher Certificate, Community Interpreting
Higher Certificate in Community Interpreter covering social benefits, NHS, housing, immigration, ethics and human rights.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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