Quoting and honouring the Professor António Coimbra de Matos, I try to work "with thoughts on the moon, feet on the road, and eyes on others", blending knowledge, amaze and intuition that emerge from the human encounter.
I am an enthusiast of meeting people and genuinely learning about them. I feel deeply connected to my work and the areas I study. Additionally, I have a passion for many hobbies, and I believe that a person's interests reveal a great deal about them, such as their musical preferences. My Portuguese background may have influenced this perspective, allowing me to appreciate the richness of diverse cultures and view people's interests and backgrounds as a true wellspring of resources.
I favor the use of diverse interests (hobbies) as living metaphors to connect with clients, establishing a creative and natural rapport. I value mental flexibility and empathy as tools for personal growth, focusing on practical, real-world improvements for clients. I am passionate about the uniqueness of each human encounter, the dawn of the yet unknown, and the distinctive imprint of the path we walk together.
Practice in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Prevention of Risk Behavior and Health Promotion at the community level. Intervention in substance dependence, Work in city council health center and Private practice. Supervisor of Junior Psychologists (Trainees) Experience with expatriates (expats) from various nationalities since 2012. Works with a range of issues, including: • Depression • Anxiety • Adjustment to illness • Ehlers-danlos syndrome (EDS), Hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD) • Addictions • Relational issues
• Master's Integrated degree in Clinical Psychology and Health from the Faculty of Psychology of the University of Lisbon (FPUL) since 2009, focusing on Dynamic Clinical Psychology. • Bachelor's degree in Educational Sciences. Professional Credentials • Full member of the Portuguese Psychologists' Order (OPP) with registration number 10892. • Psychodynamic Psychotherapist in training, 4th year at the Portuguese Society of Clinical Psychology (SPPC). • Certified trainer and teacher.