Dr Mayra Muller Spaniol

Licensed Clinical Psychologists

“Experienced, competent and compassionate Psychotherapist based in São Paulo. Focused in supporting you in finding the necessary tools to improve your life.”

About Me

As a psychotherapist in São Paulo, I support you in finding essential tools to improve your life. We collaborate to understand challenges and build practical strategies for lasting positive change. Sessions equip you with clarity and resilience. This approach suits those ready to shape their well-being and navigate life with confidence.

Approach

Grounded in practical steps and steady curiosity, my work moves at a pace you can follow: we set clear, manageable goals, test small changes in-session and reflect on what works between meetings. I offer sessions in Portuguese and English from São Paulo or online, tailoring structure for attention differences, mood shifts and major transitions so your day-to-day feels more navigable. Expect focused strategies, gentle prioritising and regular check-ins to track progress. This approach suits people ready for steady, collaborative change.

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Basic Information

Sao Paulo, Brazil

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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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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Works With:

All ages

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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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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ADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that 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.
Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Relocation / Expat
The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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