Fluent in both English and Portuguese, I am committed to making a difference in the lives of my clients by providing a compassionate, insightful, and culturally sensitive approach to therapy. My goal is to guide you towards a deeper understanding of yourself, fostering mental resilience, and promoting a healthy mind-body connection.
With over a decade of experience in clinical psychology, my practice is deeply rooted in understanding the intricate link between the mind and body. I have dedicated my career to exploring the profound ways our mental and physical health are intertwined. My journey has been diverse and enriching, spanning hospitals, prisons, and private practices in Chicago, Los Angeles, and now Lisbon, where I've had the privilege of supporting individuals through their most challenging moments and working with professionals who have increased my knowledge across different medical fields.
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My expertise is grounded in a solid foundation of training in psychoanalytical therapy, an approach that has enabled me to help clients uncover and address the deep-seated emotional issues that influence their well-being and physical and mental conditions. These experiences have reinforced my belief in an integrative approach to therapy, considering both nature and nurture and the potential for positive change.
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Since returning to my hometown of Lisbon, Portugal, in 2019, I've established a thriving private practice. My work extends globally, as I continue to collaborate with professionals and hospitals worldwide for research, aiming to stay at the forefront of psychological science. I am also a consultant psychologist for companies integrating personality and aptitude tests into their recruitment processes, contributing to the creation of healthier workplaces. I serve as a guest lecturer and examiner at the Academic Institute for Higher Education (AIHE) in partnership with London Metropolitan University.
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