Hi, I’m Rita.

I’m a passionate Clinical Psychologist dedicated to mental health, with a focus on couples and family therapy. I hold a Master's in Clinical and Health Psychology from the University of Lisbon, Portugal. With over eight years of experience, I have honed my skills in navigating intricate dynamics within couples and families.

In my therapeutic space, you can expect a collaborative, non-judgmental, and supportive environment, where our work is grounded in evidence-based techniques. We act as scientists, studying your life, committed to understanding the causes of your difficulties and what can lead to positive changes and growth.

As someone who experienced the benefits of therapy first-hand, I found that I wanted to be someone who helps others thrive. The privilege of doing so fills me with gratitude and guides every part of my clinical practice.

If you're concerned about therapy, know that feeling uncomfortable is normal. Feel free to bring any topic into our conversations - building a trusting relationship is crucial for successful outcomes.

  • Relationship Issues

  • Attachment Issues

  • Post-Partum Depression

  • Perinatal Mental Health

  • Divorce/Breakups

  • Grief and Loss

  • Eating Disorders

  • Addictions

  • Sleep Problems

  • Conflict in Relationships

  • Family Conflict

  • Identity Concerns

  • Life Transitions

  • Personality Difficulties

  • Anxiety

  • Panic Attacks

  • Depression

  • Burnout

  • Chronic Stress

  • Physical Intimacy Issues

  • Communication Issues

  • Infidelity and Betrayal

  • Divorce and Separation

  • Infertility

  • Phobias

  • Sleep Problems

  • Perfectionism

  • Expat Adjustment and Relocation

Areas of Expertise

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Systemic Therapy

  • Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Constructivist Therapy

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Therapeutic Approaches

  • M.Sc. in Clinical and Health Psychology - University of Lisbon

  • Post-Graduation in Couples and Family Therapy - Portugal

  • Trained in Perinatal Mental Health

Education and Training

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