For nearly twenty years as a doctor, I've supported people through their deepest struggles. This experience, combined with my practice of mindfulness and compassionate communication, allows me to create a safe space for your healing journey.
I work especially well with people who are navigating burnout, depression, anxiety, harsh self-criticism, or major life transitions. Many of my clients come from international or Arab cultural backgrounds, often facing the added layer of identity questions, homesickness, or adjusting to life in a new place. Healthcare professionals, and caregivers, are common clients. My experience as a medical doctor helps me support those with chronic illness and pain.
My approach is a blend of evidence-based methods and intuitive insight—combining cognitive tools, mindfulness, body awareness, and compassion-based work. In our first few sessions, we’ll explore what’s bringing you here, start to recognize emotional patterns, and build essential skills like self-awareness and self-compassion. By that point, we usually have a shared understanding of what needs attention—whether you’re navigating a difficult transition or wanting to shift long-standing patterns.
From there, we co-create a plan. For some, therapy offers targeted support for a specific issue. For others, it’s a space for reflection and grounding during a challenging life phase. We make a mutual commitment to the work and move forward with care and intention.
Sessions are typically weekly, often at the same time to create a sense of rhythm. Each session follows a light structure, tailored to your preferences and needs. At the end of each one, we agree on short, personalized practices—simple tools that fit into your daily life and help integrate what you’re learning.
Clients often share that they begin to feel more calm, less overwhelmed, and more connected to themselves. They describe growing in emotional awareness, responding with greater self-kindness, and gaining practical tools to handle life’s challenges with confidence.
Nature therapy: I fell in love with the gardens in Lisbon and that inspired a new offering. We meet at a quiet park, we can walk and talk, do grounding practices, yoga therapy, or dive into a specific topic in the embrace of nature.
So, anyone in Lisbon is welcome to reach out.
Note about pricing: I work on a sliding scale and trust that this way increases access to help for others while also meeting my financial demands. Please feel free to reach out and we can discuss further.