Sílvia Oliveira

Clinical Psychologist

“A human seeking to help other humans make sense of their experience. Creating a safe space where you are free to cry, laugh, swear, all while improving your quality of life. 1000+ sessions to date!”

About Me

I offer a truly safe space where you are free to cry, laugh, or even swear, helping you make sense of your experiences. With a human-centred approach honed over many sessions, I guide you towards improving your quality of life. This direct, non-judgmental environment is ideal for anyone seeking genuine expression and clarity. You can find real growth here.

Approach

We begin by naming what matters to you and move quickly into grounded, practical steps that make your day-to-day feel more manageable and meaningful. In sessions in Murtosa or online, in Portuguese or English, I blend careful assessment with short, focused exercises and real-life experiments you can try between meetings, pacing work to your rhythm. You can expect clear feedback, collaborative planning and gentle accountability aimed at shifting patterns that keep you stuck. This way of working often suits adults seeking practical change and emotional clarity.

Contact Sílvia

Ask a quick question or arrange a time to meet.

Basic Information

Murtosa, Portugal

Services

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.
Learn more about ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
•
Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
•
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
Learn more about CBT

Works With:

•Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

•
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about Anxiety
•
ADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about ADHD / Attention
•
Body Image
How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.
Learn more about Body Image
•
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.
Learn more about Mood Disorder
•
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
Learn more about Relationship Issues
•
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.
Learn more about Self-Esteem

Professional Title:

•
Clinical Psychologist
An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Qualifications

Universidade de Aveiro

Registrations

Ordem dos Psicólogos Portugueses

Psychologist

Service Area

Online from

In-person & Online

Murtosa, Aveiro

Portugal