Mrs Victoria Garrido

Licensed Psychologist

“I am a clinical psychologist with over 8 years of experience. I hold a postgraduate degree in Eating Disorders and a specialization in Substance Abuse. I am currently studying Intercultural Psychology in Spain.”

About Me

I support adults navigating eating disorders and substance abuse with over eight years’ experience. My postgraduate degree in these areas, alongside current studies in Intercultural Psychology, shapes my practice. This perspective allows us to explore your unique challenges. We consider how personal history and cultural background influence your experience. This approach helps diverse clients feel deeply understood, finding clear paths to move forward.

Approach

My approach turns clinical training and ongoing study of culture into practical, structured sessions that attend to each person's history and context. In Portuguese, whether in my Rio de Janeiro office or through secure online sessions, we work at a steady, collaborative pace with focused check-ins, skill practice and reflective moments. I blend careful assessment with tailored behavioral experiments and compassionate inquiry to address eating difficulties, substance use challenges, anxiety and mood shifts. Those who seek clear steps grounded in cultural sensitivity often find this way of working helpful.

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Basic Information

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil

Services

Services Offered:

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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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Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
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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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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Works With:

•Adults
•Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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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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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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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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Phobias
Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations, such as flying, heights, or spiders, that lead to avoidance and limit daily life.
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Professional Title:

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Licensed Psychologist
A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat psychological conditions.

Qualifications

Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro

Registrations

Brazilian Council of Psychology (CRP).

Psychologist

Service Area

Online from Brazil

In-person & Online

Copacabana

Rio De Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro

Brazil