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Fernanda Alcantara
(she/her)
Psychologist
Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
My purpose in life is to help people to know who they really are and go beyond their inner limitations to build a purposeful, resilient and fulfilling life!
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About me
I continuously work on myself and my knowledge to be able to serve better my clients and students. I started my professional career as a research chemist, but my love for human development lead me into studying for a Psychology degree, graduating in 2008 and becoming a Psychotherapist (since 2010).
In 2011 I discovered the depth of wisdom of Asian spiritual traditions and their knowledge about the mind and how to develop mastery over it, transforming negative emotions into virtues and expanding the perception of reality and of your own self. Since that I became a Non-dual Dharma practitioner, including study and practice of Bhuddhism, Shakta Shaiva Dharma, Daoism and Dzogchen. I became a Meditation and Philosophy instructor in 2017 and I am an Acharya in training since 2023, which means I am preparing to became a lineage holder of Trika Mahasiddha Yoga so I can teach and keep this oral tradition alive.
I integrate the knowledge and techniques of these traditions into psychotherapy so clients can have a greater understanding of themselves and practical tools to overcome mental and emotional challenges.
In 2011 I discovered the depth of wisdom of Asian spiritual traditions and their knowledge about the mind and how to develop mastery over it, transforming negative emotions into virtues and expanding the perception of reality and of your own self. Since that I became a Non-dual Dharma practitioner, including study and practice of Bhuddhism, Shakta Shaiva Dharma, Daoism and Dzogchen. I became a Meditation and Philosophy instructor in 2017 and I am an Acharya in training since 2023, which means I am preparing to became a lineage holder of Trika Mahasiddha Yoga so I can teach and keep this oral tradition alive.
I integrate the knowledge and techniques of these traditions into psychotherapy so clients can have a greater understanding of themselves and practical tools to overcome mental and emotional challenges.
I speak:
EnglishPortuguese
Location:
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
Body therapyRecommended for those who want to connect their mind and body to release stress or trauma through physical sensations and movement.
BreathworkRecommended for those who want to use breathing techniques to relax, release tension, and gain more control over their emotions.
Clinical psychologyRecommended for those who need help with diagnosing and treating more complex mental health issues, often involving assessments and evidence-based treatments.
I would like to help you identify what thoughts, feelings and behaviors have been restricting your well being and your ability to achieve your goals. And teach you techniques to transform them so you can experience happiness and freedom to do what you really value in life. Together we can explore your purpose and strengthen self-confidence to fulfill it.
I teach my clients how they can use meditation, non-violent communication, traditional Kundalini Hatha Yoga, breath and relaxation techniques to transform stress, emotions and mind states, discover their strengths, weak spots, hidden abilities and purpose in life, develop emotional intelligence, quality of sleep and healthy habits, communication skills and ease in relationships.
I teach my clients how they can use meditation, non-violent communication, traditional Kundalini Hatha Yoga, breath and relaxation techniques to transform stress, emotions and mind states, discover their strengths, weak spots, hidden abilities and purpose in life, develop emotional intelligence, quality of sleep and healthy habits, communication skills and ease in relationships.
Experience
17 years in practice
. Meditation Instructor in Rio de Janeiro and online (since 2017).
. CEO and Psychologist of Arte de Si: Psychology Clinic in Rio de Janeiro and online (since 2015).
. Ayurvedic Massage Therapist (since 2015).
. Psychologist at the Obesity Reference Center, offering individual and group therapy (Rio de Janeiro's Public Health System, 2014).
. Yoga Nidra Instructor: Deep Relaxation Technique (since 2012), developed a Yoga Nidra Instructor Training (2014) and taught 7 groups of teachers.
. Clinical Psychologist for adults, children and teenagers - individual, group and couples therapy in Rio de Janeiro and online (since 2010).
. Psychologist at Psychosocial Centers for Mental Health, for adults, teenager and children, offering individual, group and family therapy (Rio de Janeiro's Public Health System, 2009).
. CEO and Psychologist of Arte de Si: Psychology Clinic in Rio de Janeiro and online (since 2015).
. Ayurvedic Massage Therapist (since 2015).
. Psychologist at the Obesity Reference Center, offering individual and group therapy (Rio de Janeiro's Public Health System, 2014).
. Yoga Nidra Instructor: Deep Relaxation Technique (since 2012), developed a Yoga Nidra Instructor Training (2014) and taught 7 groups of teachers.
. Clinical Psychologist for adults, children and teenagers - individual, group and couples therapy in Rio de Janeiro and online (since 2010).
. Psychologist at Psychosocial Centers for Mental Health, for adults, teenager and children, offering individual, group and family therapy (Rio de Janeiro's Public Health System, 2009).
Education
. Lomi Ha'a Mauli Ola Training: Traditional Hawaian Body Work (2025).
. Rudrananda's System of Kriya Yoga (2025).
. Kundalini Hatha Yoga courses and retreats (since 2012).
. Energy Body Practices (2024).
. Daoist Non-conceptual Meditation course (2024).
. Trika Mahasiddha Yoga Acarya in Training (since 2023, including retreats in France, Check Republic and Brazil).
. Ösel Nyingtig Cycle of Teachings (Tara Mandala, United States, 2022-2024).
. Heal Mind & Emotions with 5 Elements of Tantra (2023).
. Emotional Alchemy (2021).
. Foundations Practices of Shakta Shaiva Dharma (2013, 2020).
. The 10 Forces of Self (2020).
. Life Coaching (2019).
. Psychosociology of Communities and Social Ecology Research: developing and testing a program to discover purpose in life based on meditation and reflexive writing (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, 2017-2019).
. Non-Violent Communication Courses (2016-2018).
. Trika Method Mentor: Body, Mind and Spirit Journeys (2016-2018).
. 12 Stage View of Human Development Retreat (2018).
. Philosophy and Meditation Instructor Certification (United States, 2017).
. Abhyanga: Ayurvedic Massage Therapist (2015).
. Vipassana Meditation Course (2015).
. Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda Retreat (Thailand, 2013).
. Primal Ayurveda Health Counselor (2012).
. Sauhu Therapy: Trika Psychology (2012).
. Mental Health Residency in Public Health (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2009).
. Psychology Formation and Researcher (State University of Rio de Janeiro 2004-2008).
. Rudrananda's System of Kriya Yoga (2025).
. Kundalini Hatha Yoga courses and retreats (since 2012).
. Energy Body Practices (2024).
. Daoist Non-conceptual Meditation course (2024).
. Trika Mahasiddha Yoga Acarya in Training (since 2023, including retreats in France, Check Republic and Brazil).
. Ösel Nyingtig Cycle of Teachings (Tara Mandala, United States, 2022-2024).
. Heal Mind & Emotions with 5 Elements of Tantra (2023).
. Emotional Alchemy (2021).
. Foundations Practices of Shakta Shaiva Dharma (2013, 2020).
. The 10 Forces of Self (2020).
. Life Coaching (2019).
. Psychosociology of Communities and Social Ecology Research: developing and testing a program to discover purpose in life based on meditation and reflexive writing (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, 2017-2019).
. Non-Violent Communication Courses (2016-2018).
. Trika Method Mentor: Body, Mind and Spirit Journeys (2016-2018).
. 12 Stage View of Human Development Retreat (2018).
. Philosophy and Meditation Instructor Certification (United States, 2017).
. Abhyanga: Ayurvedic Massage Therapist (2015).
. Vipassana Meditation Course (2015).
. Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda Retreat (Thailand, 2013).
. Primal Ayurveda Health Counselor (2012).
. Sauhu Therapy: Trika Psychology (2012).
. Mental Health Residency in Public Health (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2009).
. Psychology Formation and Researcher (State University of Rio de Janeiro 2004-2008).
Services
Intro Call
Free • 20 min • Online & In-person
Individual Session
€50 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Group Session
€15 • 1 hr 20 min • Online & In-person
Couples Session
€65 • 1 hr 20 min • Online & In-person
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Last active
Offers free 20 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Usually responds within 8 hours
Usually responds within 8 hours