I also specialise in old age psychology and have a vast experience working with older adults with severe and enduring mental health disorders but also those who have been recently diagnosed with dementia. As part of the dementia diagnosis process I also carry out neuropsychological assessments in a daily basis and provide post-diagnostic support to both the patient and their carers therefore I also have experience in working with family members providing them both with psychoeducation about the disease but also psychological support. The dementia diagnosis brings uncertainty to both the person with dementia and their loved ones and I can help them navigate this pathway using acceptance and compassion.

I am a truly believer that there is no health without mental health and like to adopt biopsychosocial models when thinking about someone’s current difficulties because of the believe that we are influenced by different aspect of our lives in a present time. I am passionate to promote mental health care access to all and across the lifespan. I migrated to this country in 2003 from Brazil and can relate to the struggles of living in a different country and trying to adjust and adapt to a new culture. I can also provide therapy in Portuguese.

I am registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am also a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) including the Clinical Psychology Division and the Faculty of the Psychology Older People and have close links with the Division of Neuropsychology. I have a Masters in Health Psychology and a PhD in Epidemiology.