Discover how therapeutic journaling helps process emotions outside counselling. Insights from an English speaking therapist in Lisbon with practical prompts.
From practical CBT tools to deep neurobiological healing like Brainspotting, learn how an integrative approach to therapy is tailored to your unique needs.
Discover why talk therapy alone isn't always enough for overthinking. Explore how integrative approach including somatic exercises and Brainspotting release anxiety stored in the body.i
For many compassionate people, being the reliable anchor becomes second nature. You take pride in being supportive, empathetic, and resilient. Yet, beneath that steady exterior, a quiet sense of depletion often sets in. Who supports you when you are the one carrying the weight?
An English speaking counsellor in Lisbon explains how pets reduce anxiety and support emotional health via nervous system regulation.
How do attachment styles shape couple dynamics? Explore relational patterns and communication strategies together with an English speaking counselor in Lisbon
Beyond surface-level self-care: learn how to manage mental health crises effectively. Connect with English speaking psychotherapy in Lisbon for professional support.
Discover the neurobiology of infatuation and limerence. An English speaking counsellor in Lisbon explores romantic fixation, anxiety, and emotional regulation.
Counsellor's perspective: How to manage holiday anxiety, boundaries mental health during the holiday season
Discover how an English speaking therapist in Lisbon can help you create meaningful connections, navigate cultural differences and strengthen emotional resilience.
Feeling exhausted or emotionally drained? Discover how psychotherapy in Lisbon, including Brainspotting therapy, can help you recover from burnout, reconnect with your hobbies and rebuild balance in your life.
As summer fades and Lisbon quiets down, it is not unusual to experience unexpected loneliness. Learn about common emotional challenges during this seasonal shift, mindful strategies and support from a counsellor in Lisbon for English speakers seeking connection and clarity.
In this blog we explore how to mindfully savour the last days of summer by embracing presence, slowing down and preparing for seasonal transitions. It also highlights support available from a counsellor in Lisbon for English speakers.
Summer can trigger trauma through sensory cues and disrupted routines. However, with the right grounding techniques, boundaries and professional support, you can learn how to recognise triggers and to cope effectively.
Summer self-care tips from an English-speaking counsellor in Lisbon to reduce stress and find calm. If you're wondering why summer can be so emotionally draining and how to take better care of yourself, you're in the right place.
Relocating to a new country can bring many emotional challenges. Speak to an English speaking therapist in Lisbon to get support and clarity needed to navigate this life transition with resilience and confidence.
Free and affordable mental health services and resources in Lisbon: SNS 24, public centres, support groups and private therapists.
How technology such as social media, AI and digital devices shape our mental health and how we can use tech to our advantage.
10 practical tips for combating seasonal blues at the very last stretch of winter.
How to set intentional, compassionate resolutions, and celebrate progress for lasting wellbeing in 2025.
Understanding how epigenetic processes are affected by environmental factors and the implications for modern mental health treatments.
How medicine and psychotherapy can come together for a more comprehensive, lasting recovery of the mind and body. Insights from Gabor Mate's work, a trained physician and leading world's expert on trauma.
Brainspotting offers effective anxiety therapy in Lisbon by targeting deep brain processes, providing holistic, non-verbal treatment that addresses the root causes of anxiety for lasting relief.
Understanding how secure and insecure attachment styles can impact relationships through psychotherapy in Lisbon.
Psychotherapists and psychologists in Lisbon differ in their training, scope of practice, and treatment approaches for mental health issues. Understanding the differences and finding the right support is the first step towards getting the right support.
Learn how effective emotional processing, supported by innovative techniques like Brainspotting, enhances mental wellbeing. Insights from a busy Lisbon counselling practice.
Living with ADHD can feel like a constant battle against low motivation, distraction and procrastination. However, with the right strategies, it is possible to boost motivation and get things done.
As a psychotherapist in Lisbon, I teach clients how to boost their wellbeing. GABA is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter, which acts as a brake in the central nervous system: it essentially calms down brain activity, which promotes the feelings of calmness. How can you boost your levels of GABA in the brain?
Living around people with narcissistic tendencies is a challenging, draining and confusing experience. On the surface they may appear sweet and charming, but in personal or professional relationships they can be extremely manipulative and dismissive.
In my counselling practice in Lisbon, I have seen first-hand the amazing results that Brainspotting can produce, sometimes only a couple of sessions can bring about a breakthrough. Is Brainspotting magic? No, it isn’t. However, it is by far the most powerful therapeutic tool I know of.
Female empowerment retreats are a great way to relax, recharge and connect with other women in a safe and supportive environment. Here are my 5 tips on what you can do to prepare well and to make the most of this experience.
Stuck in a toxic relationship? Get support from a psychotherapist in Lisbon and learn about Grey Rocking to protect yourself and minimise harm. Find out how to implement the Grey Rock method to stay safe in challenging situations.
Your inner critic is the voice at the back of your head that judges your every move. It is harsh and unforgiving, and often you just want to get rid of it. However, this voice is a valid part of you and it is there for a reason. Understanding your inner critic can both enhance your self-awareness and bring you more peace.
Let's meet at the women's retreat hosted by a well-known influencer, perfomer, author and actor Tova Leigh in a luxurious quinta in the Algarve. I am thrilled to be part of the Wellbeing Team!
Learn about your attachment style and how it may impact your relationships in psychotherapy in Lisbon. Healthy relationships are pivotal to growth, emotional fulfilment and safety. However, codependent dynamics are the opposite and they lead to emotional exhaustion, dissatisfaction and feeling trapped.
Being around people with narcissistic tendencies can be a challenging, hurtful and confusing experience. Here are 5 reg flag traits to look out for in those around you.
Self-esteem is about how much you value and appreciate yourself. It's how you see yourself when you look in the mirror, both physically and emotionally. There are two main types of self-esteem: inside-out and outside-in. What does it mean and which one is better for you?
EMDR and Brainspotting are both advanced and powerful therapies, which utilise client's visual field to access and integrate unprocessed material. What is the difference and which one is a better fit for your needs?
If you are considering starting therapy for the first time in your life, you may be wondering how it can help you. My honest answer is: it depends. It depends on you, your therapist, your personal circumstances, and your therapeutic goals. However, in this article I will try to explain how psychotherapy works in general.
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