Sabrina Andrade

Licensed Psychologist

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“I am a certified Clinical Psychologist, specialized in Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapy (an evidence-based approach). I am committed to providing a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space. Drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy, I help you understand the relationship between your thoughts, emotions and behaviours. ”

About Me

I have lived in Switzerland, Portugal and Spain, developing a strong appreciation for cultural diversity and an ability to adapt to different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences.

Approach

Health and Clinical Psychology, more specifically: - Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBT) - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - Mindfulness I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, where we work together to explore challenges. I am committed to providing a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space. Drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, I help you understand the relationship between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while developing practical strategies to overcome difficulties. Through reflective exploration and practical evidence-based techniques, we work together to identify unhelpful patterns, explore how symptoms and behaviours may be maintaining distress, we challenge self-limiting beliefs and develop healthier ways of coping. My approach balances attentive listening, helping you gain insight into the difficulties you face, while building practical skills that can be applied in everyday life.

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Basic Information

Porto District, Portugal

Online Only

Services

Online Sessions Scope: - Personality Disorders (such as Avoidant, Borderline, etc.) - Body Image / Eating Disorders - Anxiety Disorders (such as Phobias, PTSD, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, etc.) - Depression - Relationships / Intimacy Issues - Behaviour / Conduct issues - Grief - Abuse / Trauma - Addictions - Burnout - Self-esteem

Services Offered:

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
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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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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Personality Difficulties & Diagnostic Assessment
Assessment of long-standing patterns in thinking, feeling, and relating that cause persistent distress, used to clarify diagnosis and guide treatment.
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.
MBCT (Mindfulness-Based CBT)
A therapy combining mindfulness meditation with cognitive behavioural techniques, designed particularly to prevent relapse in depression.
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Psychological & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, map a person's cognitive and emotional profile, and guide treatment planning.
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Trauma Counselling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Addiction Counselling
Counselling specifically focused on substance use or behavioural addictions, addressing the psychological drivers and patterns of dependence.
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Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Elderly
Parents
Families

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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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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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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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Eating Disorders
A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.
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Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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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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