therapy . training
well-being workshops
therapy . training
well-being workshops
therapy . training
well-being workshops
Confidential Online Counselling
Hello… My name is Ana.
I am a Counsellor, I offer you the opportunity to discover your inner beauty, to learn how to be comfortable with your self.
I can help you live a more fulfilled life, to build resilience and get in touch with your inner strengths. I can help you by giving you tools and pulling on your own resources. I can help you find your own tools for life, tools to be.
It’s ok not to be ok.
My Approach
“It is possible to cope with difficult life events if we develop the right coping skills. Whatever the challenge is, it is possible to reconnect with our true selves and improve relationships with others.”
Common Challenges
Anger Management
Behavioural Issues
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Depression
Divorce
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
About Me
As a counsellor and yoga teacher, I bring the body and mind together where there has often been separation.
My first career as an architect allowed me to offer my clients beautiful and comfortable spaces. I offer non-judgmental deep listening, while you find your own resources to cope with challenges in life.
Areas I can help with
I treat people holistically and individually, working with whatever you bring. I specialise in bereavement counselling having been a volunteer for Cruse Bereavement Care UK for several years.
As well as offering counselling for anxiety and depression, I also use mindfulness, breathing techniques and relaxation methods if appropriate, depending upon your needs.
group therapy
Group therapy might be focused on a common issue to the participants, and the group shares strategies to deal with a specific problem, promoting personal development, but also achieving individual goals.
companies - workshops, training, stress management
I work with Companies, delivering wellbeing workshops and training, for the leaders and workers in different areas of activity and department.
private therapy
Therapy for adults and adolescents, confidential and adjusted to your needs. The therapy is tailored to best suit the person who starts the counselling journey.
online counselling
I offer online counselling, in a private and confidential way. I help people all over the world. You can be comfortably sitting in your sofa, at home, or having a break at work.
mindfulness and breathing techniques
The use of mindfulness techniques has proved to help people as part of the therapy. I also share other strategies to cope with anxiety, such as breathing techniques, guided imagery meditation, body scan, etc., according to the person’s needs.
frequently asked questions
QUALIFICATIONS
From Novembro 2016 to June 2020 –- Foundation Degree in Counselling, University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD)
February 2022 –Associate Fellow (AFHEA) for teaching and learning support in Higher Education. Fellowship reference: PR235853 .
February 2012 – Pós-graduação em Empreendedorismo Social, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade do Porto.
October 2003 – Degree in Architecture, Faculdade de Arquitetura da Universidade do Porto, Portugal
Where do you practice?
Clínica de Saúde e Bem Estar, Clínica SBE Braga.
Rua Serge Reggiani, nº3 Fraião
4715-586 Braga
Clínica Saúde in the City – SITC Lisboa
Rua Marques de Fronteira, 113, Piso 4
Avenida Novas, Lisboa
I also work online, using secure technology to make sure that our sessions are safe and confidential.
Mobile number: +447968986595
Who do you help?
I also work with groups and offer corporate and teambuilding workshops on resilience, wellbeing and stress management.
How many sessions do you recommend?
6 is the minimum I would recommend but it depends on your needs and goals.
Do I have to sign anything?
Yes, a Counselling Agreement. I offer a 15-30min free online session, to explain the Counselling Agreement and clarify anything or answer any questions related to the therapy.
There is no commitment to continue with the sessions after this first one. If the client chooses so, I will send the document via e-mail, to be signed and returned.
How to make an appointment?
Otherwise, you can send me an email (ana@toolstobe.com). Please feel free to ask any questions about my practice.