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María Gracia Abad
Psychologist (Bilingual: English/Español)
Available
I will provide you a safe space where you will be able to express yourself freely and you won't be judged.
We'll work together on finding a solution to the problem you're experiencing in order to restore your well-being
We'll work together on finding a solution to the problem you're experiencing in order to restore your well-being
- €60 / session
- Individual and Couple therapy session (45-50 minutes) - $60 / session
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About me
My name is María Gracia Abad and I am a Licensed Psychologist in the Republic of Ecuador.
I provide online counselling and psychotherapy services in english and spanish.
I've had the opportunity to help people experiencing panic attacks, anxiety, depression, trauma, mobbing, personality disorders, relationship problems, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, problems in the workplace, etc.
I've also helped expats, Adult Third Culture Kid (TCK), and people who left their countries seeking a safer place to live for different reasons, to feel more comfortable with themselves, restore their wellbeing and adapt to new circumstances.
I am looking forward to helping you identify and understand what you are going through and what is affecting you in order to overcome the problems you are experiencing.
I will provide you a safe space where you will be able to express yourself freely and you won't be judged.
Respect is a must and our sessions will meet the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct (APA) and Laws regarding Mental Health in the Republic of Ecuador.
I share psychoeducational content about mental health in spanish on:
Instagram: @abad.psicologia
Facebook: @abad.psicologa
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Te invito a visitar este link donde encontrarás información en español acerca de mi y visitar mis redes sociales donde comparto contenido psicoeducativo en español que puede aportar en tu vida diaria
👉 campsite.bio/abad.psicologia
Estaré gustosa de poder ayudarte a alcanzar tu bienestar 🤗
I provide online counselling and psychotherapy services in english and spanish.
I've had the opportunity to help people experiencing panic attacks, anxiety, depression, trauma, mobbing, personality disorders, relationship problems, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, problems in the workplace, etc.
I've also helped expats, Adult Third Culture Kid (TCK), and people who left their countries seeking a safer place to live for different reasons, to feel more comfortable with themselves, restore their wellbeing and adapt to new circumstances.
I am looking forward to helping you identify and understand what you are going through and what is affecting you in order to overcome the problems you are experiencing.
I will provide you a safe space where you will be able to express yourself freely and you won't be judged.
Respect is a must and our sessions will meet the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct (APA) and Laws regarding Mental Health in the Republic of Ecuador.
I share psychoeducational content about mental health in spanish on:
Instagram: @abad.psicologia
Facebook: @abad.psicologa
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Te invito a visitar este link donde encontrarás información en español acerca de mi y visitar mis redes sociales donde comparto contenido psicoeducativo en español que puede aportar en tu vida diaria
👉 campsite.bio/abad.psicologia
Estaré gustosa de poder ayudarte a alcanzar tu bienestar 🤗
My approach
At times, individuals seeking therapy may experience feelings of being overwhelmed or stuck.
In my role as a psychologist, I prioritize creating a therapeutic environment that fosters comfort and reassurance, emphasizing my commitment to assisting clients in achieving stability in their lives.
I use an integrative approach that combines evidence-based psychotherapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples via video call on 'It's Complicated' platform. My approach is personalized to address the specific needs of each client.
As part of my service I offer my clients the option to contact me in between sessions through "It's Complicated" for therapeutic purposes (e.g to share some feedback from sessions, to clear up any doubt about an activity, etc).
Duration per session: 45-50 minutes.
In order to confirm an appointment, client must fill the Intake Form and Informed Consent which will enable us to start online therapy.
Frequency: The frequency of sessions is flexible, tailored to your individual needs. Typically, sessions are scheduled on a weekly basis, but we can adjust based on your circumstances. You are under no obligation to book future sessions when you schedule one now.
Payment: The fee must be paid prior to the session (24 hours/1 day before the session starts) through a Wise "TransferWise" or PayPal unique link I will provide once I confirmed your appointment.
The fee for a 45-50 minute session, whether for an individual or a couple, is 60 EUR / USD 60
Currency will depend on client's location and payment platform
In my role as a psychologist, I prioritize creating a therapeutic environment that fosters comfort and reassurance, emphasizing my commitment to assisting clients in achieving stability in their lives.
I use an integrative approach that combines evidence-based psychotherapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples via video call on 'It's Complicated' platform. My approach is personalized to address the specific needs of each client.
As part of my service I offer my clients the option to contact me in between sessions through "It's Complicated" for therapeutic purposes (e.g to share some feedback from sessions, to clear up any doubt about an activity, etc).
Duration per session: 45-50 minutes.
In order to confirm an appointment, client must fill the Intake Form and Informed Consent which will enable us to start online therapy.
Frequency: The frequency of sessions is flexible, tailored to your individual needs. Typically, sessions are scheduled on a weekly basis, but we can adjust based on your circumstances. You are under no obligation to book future sessions when you schedule one now.
Payment: The fee must be paid prior to the session (24 hours/1 day before the session starts) through a Wise "TransferWise" or PayPal unique link I will provide once I confirmed your appointment.
The fee for a 45-50 minute session, whether for an individual or a couple, is 60 EUR / USD 60
Currency will depend on client's location and payment platform
Where I practice
Qualifications and experience
Education
2023 - EMDR Basic Training at CIPSE Argentina
2021-today Master degree program in Clinical Psychology and Health Psychology at Universidad ISEP.
2021-today Master degree program in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy at Universidad ISEP.
2014-2020 Bachelor Degree in Psychology from Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja UTPL in Ecuador
*CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND CERTIFICATES:*
CAMHS Professional Development & Twilight Training: Emotional Regulation Skills (DBT)
by Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, United Kingdom
Psychological First Aid
by Johns Hopkins University, United States of America
Schizophrenia
by Wesleyan University, United States of America
Addiction Treatment: Clinical Skills for Healthcare Providers
by Yale University, United States of America
Teleasistencia en Salud Mental
by Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja, Ecuador
Seminario Internacional "Psicología y Psicoterapia"
by SOPSAI, Ecuador
Seminario Psicodiagnóstico
by Instituto de Neurociencias - Junta de Beneficencia de Guayaquil, Ecuador
Seminario Terapia Cognitivo Conductual para la Ansiedad
by Instituto de Neurociencias - Junta de Beneficencia de Guayaquil, Ecuador
An Update on Treating Complex Traumatic Stress Disorders in Adults: Scientific Foundations and Therapeutic Models
by HCA Dominion Hospital, United States of America
QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program Certificate
by QPR Institute, United States of America
Seminario Psicopatología
by Instituto de Neurociencias - Junta de Beneficencia de Guayaquil, Ecuador
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Training
by BestSelf Behavioral Health, Inc., United States of America
Simpósio de saúde mental - TCC Online
by ALAPCCO - Federación Latinoamericana de Psicoterapias Cognitivas y Conductuales, Brasil
Jornadas Científicas Online - Salud Mental
by Hospital Especializado San Juan de Dios Quito, Ecuador
Defining and Treating Codependency
by The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake, United States of America
Experience
2020-Today Psychologist (Bilingual: English/Spanish) with Private Practice in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Jun 2023-Today Psychologist at Kara Connect
May 2023-Today Psychologist at SpringHealth
May 2023-Today Psychologist at Emplomind
Jan 2023-Today Psychologist at Frankie x Unmind
Aug 2022-Today Therapist at Mindsurance
July 2022-Today Therapist at Siffi
July 2021-Today EAP Counsellor at It's Complicated
May 2023-Aug 2023 Psychologist at O7 Therapy
May 2022-Aug 2023 Therapist at Plumm
July 2021-October 2022 Psychologist at Modern Health.
March 2021-June 2021 Volunteer Psychologist at Calm-Chat Bienestar Online (NPO) in Ecuador.
September 2020-June 2021 Volunteer Psychologist at Fundación Fisdace in Ecuador (NPO)
July 2020-June 2021 Volunteer at Aquí Estoy-Global Empathy Network (NPO) in Argentina (Remote)
Oct 2018-Jan 2019 Psychology Intern at the Student Counseling Department of Santa Ana High School in Guayaquil, Ecuador
May 2018-July 2018 Psychology Intern at Ecuadorian Red Cross
Oct 2017-Jan 2018 Psychology Intern at the Student Counseling Department of Santa Ana High School in Guayaquil, Ecuador
Languages
English
Spanish
Insurances
Private Pay
- €60 / session
- Individual and Couple therapy session (45-50 minutes) - $60 / session
Usually responds within one hour
Availability
Usually responds within one hour