Our team
Lígia Gonçalves Silva
Hi! I'm Lígia.
From an early age, I’ve been fascinated by the way we think, feel, and connect with others. Becoming a psychologist was a natural choice.
I believe we are shaped by the relationships and contexts that surround us. That’s why the core of my work focuses on how we relate to ourselves and to the world — family, friends, work, country, culture.
Over the past few years, I have worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds and nationalities. This has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the unique challenges that can arise when living outside one’s home country — distance, adaptation, and the feeling of being uprooted — and this awareness is an integral part of my practice.
In my sessions, I combine this systemic perspective with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, both in its traditional form and in 3rd wave approaches. My aim is to promote well-being, autonomy, and personal growth.
Whether in individual or couples therapy, I value open sharing and the co-creation of solutions in a space that is safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental.
Education and Experience
Master's in Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Coimbra;
Postgraduate in Couple Therapy, Instituto Português de Psicologia;
Postgraduate in Clinical Sexology, Instituto Português de Psicologia;
Advanced Specialisation in CBT Third Generation Therapies, CRIAP;
Complementary training in Systemic and Family Intervention (in training), Portuguese Society for Family Therapy;
Clinical experience in a private context with expatriates in Amsterdam;
Clinical experience in an institutional context with young people and adults;
Development and implementation of a parenting skills promotion program;
Trainer in the behavioural area;
Member of the Portuguese Psychologists Association nº 23774;
Member of the Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen No. 231174, The Netherlands.
Practice Locations
Van Eeghenlaan 27, 1071 EN Amsterdam
Online
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Cátia Almeida Fernandes
Hi, I'm Cátia.
I've always been fascinated by the stories we carry within us, and that curiosity led me to become a psychologist. I am passionate about the human mind and the unique narratives and experiences that shape our lives. In Portuguese or in English, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your feelings, share your story, and discover your path to well-being. My approach is warm, flexible, and tailored to each individual. I draw from Cognitive-Behavioural (CBT) and 3rd wave cognitive behavioural therapy.
As a Portuguese Psychologist living in the Netherlands, I bring a multicultural perspective to my practice, dedicated to promoting the well-being of the expat community. I understand the unique challenges expats face—such as cultural adjustment, isolation, and navigating new social landscapes. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of supporting adults, including those navigating the complexities of fast-paced corporate environments that often lead to workplace stress and burnout. Complementary, I have experience working across clinical and social fields, organizational psychology, scientific research, and training/facilitation in the corporate world.
Education and Experience
Master’s in Psychology, University of Minho;
Psychodrama course;
Advanced Specialisation in CBT Third Generation Therapies, CRIAP;
Assessment and intervention with children/adolescents, families and adults;
Co-therapist in family mediation processes;
Implementation of psychoeducational programs (e.g. Cannabis Youth Treatment Series);
Design and facilitation of workshops for new mothers adjusting to parenthood ;
Collaboration on the “Emotional Employment” project, creating awareness of the importance of Emotional Intelligence skills in a new economic model and a new working world;
Design and facilitation of workshops on soft skills within corporate environment (for both individual contributors and leadership teams);
Member of the Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen, 242365;
Member of the Portuguese Psychologists Order, 27784.
Practice Locations
Van Eeghenlaan 27, 1071 EN Amsterdam
Kanaalpark 140, 2321 JV Leiden
Online
Andreia Martins
Vanessa Ressurreição
Inês Carvalho
Hi! I'm Andreia.
I grew up in a small village in central Portugal and have always felt a deep curiosity and desire to explore the world. Psychology has allowed me to feed that curiosity, and it’s through my clients that I discover more about people and the world around us.
I believe psychotherapy offers us the opportunity to grow through connection with someone who is truly present — someone who sees and feels us, tries to view the world through our eyes, and helps us find new ways of seeing. I genuinely believe that “when we change the way we look at things, the things we look at change.”
I offer individual sessions, and my priority is to build a therapeutic relationship that feels safe, supportive, and understanding. A key part of psychotherapy involves exploring this relationship as a mirror of the patterns the client may be repeating outside the therapy room — patterns that might reflect past traumas or self-limiting beliefs. My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioural strategies with experiential techniques from Schema Therapy, creating a bridge between the rational and the emotional, allowing change to occur not only through thinking, but through feeling.
Education and Experience
Master’s in Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Coimbra (sub-specialisation in Cognitive-Behavioural Interventions);
Certified in Schema Therapy by the Dutch Institute of Schema Therapy (ISST-Approved Training Program);
EMDR Level 1 trained;
Additional training in:
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Psychodrama;
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Internal Family Systems;
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Body Psychotherapy;
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3rd Wave Therapies;
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Mindfulness;
Clinical experience within specialised healthcare services in the Netherlands;
Private practice experience working with expats in the Netherlands;
Member of the Portuguese Psychologists Association, nº 25605;
Member of the Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen, nº 237409;
Member of EMDR Portugal, nº 354.
Practice Locations
Van Eeghenlaan 27, 1071 EN Amsterdam
Online
Hello, I'm Vanessa, a Portuguese psychologist living in Amsterdam.
The mystery of the human mind and the stories we carry within us have always sparked a deep curiosity in me. Today, I feel privileged to contribute to the creation of a space where it is possible to slow down and listen, with openness, to those same stories that shape how we feel, think, and relate to one another.
I believe that change stems from empathy, curiosity, and understanding. As such, I strive to offer a welcoming and judgment-free space where we can carefully explore what hurts, what challenges us, or what repeats itself.
I work in an integrative way, combining cognitive-behavioural therapy, schema-focused therapy, and third-generation approaches, adapting these tools to the uniqueness of each person. The goal is not only to alleviate symptoms but also to promote consistent and meaningful change.
Education and Experience
Master’s in Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Coimbra; sub-specialisation in Clinical and Health Psychology, in Cognitive-Behavioural Interventions.
Trained in Schema Therapy by the Dutch Institute for Schema Therapy (ISST – Approved Training Program in Schema Therapy).
Additional training in Third Generation Therapies (Mindfulness, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
Clinical experience in specialised healthcare services in the Netherlands.
Member of the Portuguese Order of Psychologists (OPP), 27497.
Member of the Nederlands Instituut van Psychologen (NIP), 246531.
Practice Locations
Binnenkant 24, 1011 BH Amsterdam
Online
Hi, I’m Inês! I am a certified mediator based in the Netherlands.
I believe that wherever there are people, there is conflict. It will inevitably arise sooner or later. And conflicts—whether personal or professional—can have a significant impact on our lives. They can bring sadness, anger, and confusion into our daily lives. Some people choose to end relationships, leave their jobs, isolate themselves, avoid others, or even ignore the situation altogether.
I choose to see conflict as a doorway to opportunity. When it is not ignored and is properly guided, it has the potential to lead to better ways of coexisting.
With over 7 years of experience managing conflicts in multicultural environments, I believe there is no one better suited to resolve a conflict than the parties involved. That’s why my goal is to make mediation accessible to as many people as possible. Mediation is a voluntary and confidential process in which a neutral and impartial third party (the mediator) helps those involved in a dispute communicate and find a solution together. I strongly believe that those who take part in mediation leave the process feeling more empowered, more empathetic, and better equipped to resolve future conflicts peacefully.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Faculty of Law, NOVA University Lisbon
Postgraduate Degree in European Law, European Institute, Faculty of Law, University of Lisbon
Master’s Degree in Public International Law, Leiden Law School, Leiden University
Certification in Mediation, International Mediation Campus
Certification in Mediation, Level 1, Institute for Certification and Training of Lusophone Mediators
Additional training:
- Restorative Facilitation
Practice Locations
Online
Locations available upon request