Bruna

Bruna Gonzalez

Authorized Psychologist

“I help adolescents and young adults navigate anxiety, emotional challenges, self-esteem, relationships, social difficulties, and neurodivergence, including autism and ADHD. Together, we can build practical strategies for a more confident, balanced, and authentic life. ”

About Me

I am a Brazilian psychologist working primarily with adolescents and young adults. I have clinical experience supporting both neurotypical and neurodivergent clients, particularly autistic individuals and those facing anxiety, social difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns. I believe therapy should feel human, welcoming, and genuinely connected to your everyday life. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can speak openly, understand yourself more deeply, and feel respected for who you are. I also enjoy incorporating clients’ interests — such as music, films, series, books, games, and everyday experiences — when they can make therapy more meaningful and relatable. Sessions are available online in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

Approach

My therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that explores how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. Rather than simply focusing on symptoms, we work collaboratively to understand the patterns behind your difficulties and develop practical strategies for change. Depending on your needs, our work may include emotional regulation, social skills, coping strategies, identifying and reframing unhelpful thoughts, problem-solving, psychoeducation, and behavioral techniques. With neurodivergent clients, I adapt the therapeutic process to individual communication styles, needs, strengths, and ways of experiencing the world. My goal is not to change who you are, but to help you understand yourself, develop autonomy, reduce distress, and build a life that feels more manageable and authentic.
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In-person & Online

Services

I offer individual online psychotherapy for adolescents and young adults, with a particular focus on neurodivergent clients, including autistic individuals and those with ADHD. I support clients experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, emotional regulation difficulties, social challenges, relationship concerns, life transitions, perfectionism, and difficulties related to adolescence and early adulthood. My work may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, social skills development, emotional regulation strategies, coping skills, cognitive restructuring, problem-solving, and practical tools tailored to each client's needs. Sessions are collaborative, welcoming, and adapted to each person's communication style, strengths, goals, and individual way of experiencing the world. Services available in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

Services Offered:

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Neuropsychology

    A specialist field that assesses and addresses cognitive difficulties related to brain conditions, injury, or neurodevelopmental disorders.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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  • Individual Psychotherapy

    In-depth one-on-one therapy that explores the deeper roots of a person's difficulties, often drawing on psychodynamic or psychoanalytic models.

  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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  • SFT (Solution-Focused Therapy)

    A goal-oriented approach that draws on a person's existing strengths and resources to build practical, future-focused solutions, rather than dwelling on the causes of difficulties.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • ADHD / Attention Difficulties

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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  • Child Psychological & Diagnostic Assessment

    A formal evaluation of a child's cognitive, emotional, or developmental functioning using standardised tests to identify conditions like ADHD, autism, or learning difficulties.

  • Control Issues

    A persistent need to control situations, people, or outcomes, typically driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, or past experiences of helplessness.

  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • Young Adult Issues

    The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.

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Professional Title:

  • Authorized Psychologist

    A psychologist who holds government authorization to practise independently in their jurisdiction.

Credentials

Registrations

Conselho Regional de Psicologia (CRP)

Psicólogo (CRP)

Registration: 05/88416

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Qualifications

Formação de Psicólogo (Bacharelado)

MEC Accredited University

Year: 2026

Bacharelado em Relações Internacionais

ESPM - Escola Superior de Propagando e Marketinf

Year: 2017

Aperfeiçoamento em Saúde Mental e Atenção Psicossocial de Adolescentes e Jovens

Fundação Oswaldo Cruz

Year: 2026

ABA - Análise do Comportamento Aplicada

SóEducador

Year: 2025

Applied Behavioural Analysis

Alison

Year: 2025

Service Areas

Guia Psy

In-person & Online

Icaraí

Niterói, Rio de Janeiro 24230-500

Brazil

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Icaraí, Niterói, Brazil