Mónica

Dr Mónica Leal

Licensed Clinical Psychologists

“Master's degree in Clinical and Health Psychology, with a Cognitive-Behavioral theoretical orientation. Professional Card nº 26604”

About Me

As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I help you explore how thoughts and behaviours influence your well-being. My Master's in Clinical and Health Psychology guides my Cognitive-Behavioral approach. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical, evidence-based strategies you can apply daily. This collaborative process is for those seeking concrete tools to manage challenges and improve their mental and physical health.

Approach

Therapy unfolds with concrete steps and steady pacing, pairing skill practice with moments to reflect on what shifts in everyday life. Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese in Almada and Setúbal, and online for those further away, so continuity feels achievable. I guide brief behavioural experiments, targeted assessments and clear between-session practices, and occasionally use focused relaxation to help recalibrate thinking and bodily responses. People struggling with anxiety or low mood who want practical, measurable change often find this approach useful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Hypnosis

    A therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access the subconscious mind and facilitate positive change.

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  • 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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  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

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

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  • 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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Professional Title:

  • Licensed Clinical Psychologists

    A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

University

Clinical Psychologist

Qualifications

Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias

Service Areas

Mónica Leal

In-person & Online

Almada, Setúbal

Portugal

Almada, Portugal