About Andrea
I am a Psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work at the University of Toronto, and MA in Psychology from Sao Paulo State University and a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. I have worked in hospitals with clients facing life-threatening illnesses, in mental health settings, and in private practice in Brazil. I provide compassionate care and a safe space for clients to express their emotions and feelings in their therapeutic journey.
My expertise includes coping with cancer, chronic illness, grief/bereavement, caregiver support, anxiety/depression, life transitions, separation/divorce, immigration, relationship issues. I offer sessions in English and Portuguese. As a Latin American immigrant from Brazil, I am aware of our challenges when moving to a different country.
I provide compassionate and empathic care and a safe space for clients to express their emotions and experiences in their therapeutic journey with me. I draw from evidence-based modalities to explore meaningful strategies to support you according to your needs through a collaborative process. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.
- Often treats
- AgingAnxietyBipolar DisorderBody ImageChronic Pain or IllnessDepressionDivorceEmotion RegulationGrief, loss, bereavement
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LonelinessMood disordersRelationship IssuesSpiritualityWomen's Issues - Sees
- Adults (18+) · Families · LGBTQ2+ · Seniors (65+)
- Trained at
- Ph.D. in Psychology - University of Sao Paulo, Brazil · Master of Social Work (MSW) - University of Toronto · Master in Psychology - Sao Paulo State University (UNESP), Brazil · Bachelor in Psychology - Sao Paulo State University (UNESP), Brazil
- Credentials
- Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Member of
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) · Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) · British Columbia College of Social Workers (BCCSW)
Free Information Call
15-minute phone consultation for new clients. Is an opportunity to ask any questions about therapy and to see if I am the right therapist to meet your needs. Do you use an IPhone or Ipad to access…
Individual Psychotherapy Session
I am trained and clinically experienced in the humanistic-existential approach, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, CBT, and other evidence-based modalities. I work integratively, adjusting…
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