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Sonia Barbosa, MSc

Sonia Barbosa, MSc

Psychological psychotherapist · 27 years of professional experience

About me

Languages
English, Portuguese
Professional location
United Kingdom
Age
55

Areas of Expertise

Depression
Self-esteem
Addictive behaviour Anxieties and phobias Depression Eating disorders Family life & parenthood Job & career Death and grieving Overwork & conflicts (work) Partnership and sexuality Psychosomatic disorders / bodily dysfunctions School and learning Self-esteem Stress

Counselling methods

Analytical psychology Client/person-centred approach Psychoanalytic approach

Resume

  • 2019 – today

    Instahelp – Online Psychotherapist

  • 2000 – today

    I am a psychologist with 27 years of experience supporting adults with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals with all kind of personality disorders (such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, addiction, and life transitions) as well with children, adolescents, adults and seniors. My approach is warm, empathic and non-judgemental. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful change, and I strive to provide a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood and respected. My background includes private practice, online psychotherapy, working in hospitals, schools and experience in centres of Toxicodependence working with individuals affected by substance misuse and other complex emotional challenges. I also completed four years of specialist psychoanalytic training, which has enriched my understanding of emotional development, unconscious processes and long-term psychological change. I adapt my therapeutic approach to each person's individual needs, helping people gain greater self-awareness, develop healthier coping strategies and build lasting emotional resilience. My goal is to support people in understanding themselves more deeply and making meaningful, sustainable changes in their lives.

  • 2000 – today

    Private Practice – Psychologist, Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst

  • 2023 – 2025

    SIGMUND – Online Psychotherapist

  • 2012 – 2015

    Santa Mafalda Clinic – Psychotherapist

  • 2005 – 2010

    Casa de Saúde do Senhor da Serra – Psychologist & Psychotherapist

  • 2002 – 2003

    CAT- Addiction Treatment Centre – Psychology Intern (Substance Misuse)

  • 1999 – 2003

    Hospital Militar Principal da Estrela

  • 2000 – 2001

    Clínica do Olhar – Psychotherapist

  • 2000 – 2001

    Instituto Educativo do Juncal – Psychologist & Psychotherapist

Forms of counselling

  • Text chat
  • Phone chat
  • Video chat