Meet the Psychologist

Hi, it is such a pleasure to introduce myself. I am a Chartered Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (C.Psychol.Ps.S.I.) and a Psychotherapist specialised in trauma, eating disorders and bariatric psychology.

I have completed various professional trainings in trauma therapy, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Complex Trauma Therapy and the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM).

With a focus on the therapeutic relationship, confidentiality and empathy, my practice provides a safe space for you to explore and overcome emotional and relational difficulties towards wellbeing.

Training and Qualifications

I graduated as a clinical psychologist in 2006 at the Federal University of Ceara, Brazil. I specialised at the time in Psychoanalysis, Health Psychology, Relational Psychomotricity (a type of therapy for children based on interactive playing) and Focal Brief Psychotherapy.

Since 2007, I have been practicing as a psychologist and psychotherapist in Ireland with experience in both public and private sectors. In 2014, I completed the Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at Trinity College Dublin.

My Approach to Psychotherapy

I practice an integrative approach, based on a wide range of therapies such as Psychodynamics, Person-Centred Therapy (PCT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 and Compassionate Focused Therapy (CFT). the therapeutic relationship the most important element of psychotherapy and counselling, being genuine, respectful and flexible. Her interventions are theoretically and scientifically supported, being tailored to meet clients' needs.

Affiliations

I am a Chartered Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (C.Psychol.,Ps.S.I., M5491R), an Associate Member of the Counselling Division. I am an Accredited Member of the Association for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy in Ireland (APPI, M011/18) and ICP. I am also registered with the Heath Care Professionals Council (HCPC, C.psychologist number PYL33069) in the UK, and a member of the EMDR UK & All Ireland.

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