Approach & FAQ
What therapy with me looks like.
What Schema Therapy is, how sessions work, and the questions I'm asked most often.
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Schema Therapy
Understand the roots, change in the present.
Schema Therapy was developed by psychologist Jeffrey Young and integrates elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment theory, Gestalt therapy and psychodynamic approaches.
It starts from the idea that when important emotional needs are not met over the course of life, they can give rise to schemas: patterns of thoughts, emotions, sensations and memories that repeat themselves and shape how we see ourselves and relate to others.
- UnderstandTogether we identify the schemas and modes that show up in your daily life, and where they come from.
- FeelExperiential techniques, such as imagery work and dialogues, help access and reframe emotional experiences.
- ChangeStep by step, we build new ways of acting, caring for your own needs and relating to others.
The therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the process: a safe space, warm and also firm, where change can happen.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How does the first session work?
It's a chance to get to know each other: you tell me what brings you, I explain how I work, and together we decide on next steps, with no obligation to continue.
Does online therapy work?
Yes. Online psychological care is regulated by the Brazilian Federal Council of Psychology and follows the same ethical and confidentiality standards as in-person sessions. All you need is a private space, headphones and a stable connection.
I live outside Brazil. Can I book sessions?
Yes. I work with people living abroad, in English or Portuguese, at times arranged around your time zone.
How often are sessions and how long do they last?
Sessions are usually weekly and last about 50 minutes. Frequency can be adjusted over time as needed.
Is everything we talk about confidential?
Yes. Confidentiality is an ethical duty under the Brazilian Psychologists' Code of Ethics, with exceptions only in the situations the code itself defines.
How much does it cost?
Fees and payment options are shared at first contact. Just message me on WhatsApp or by email.