My path to perinatal psychotherapy

I have always felt a deep curiosity about understanding human behavior and how our experiences shape the way we see the world and relate to others. My passion began with reading, fascinated by the dynamics of characters and their decisions, but I soon realized that to truly deepen my understanding of the human experience, I needed to go beyond books.

International Experience in Mental Health, Trauma, and Resilience

This is how I decided to study Psychology at the University of Valencia. Later, I pursued a Master's in Neurosciences at the University of Maastricht, which allowed me to gain an in-depth understanding of the biological basis of human behavior and how processes like hormonal activity and neurotransmission affect our emotions, thoughts, and well-being. This training provided me with a solid foundation to understand the connection between mind and body, a fundamental approach in my current work as an online perinatal psychologist.

This experience led me to settle in Oxford, UK, where I obtained a PhD researching stress, trauma, and resilience in contexts of adversity. My research highlighted the importance of therapeutic processes that focus on how we think about ourselves, our relationships, and our place in the world in order to return to a state of mental peace and well-being, something I always keep in mind in psychotherapy.

How My Own Motherhood Transformed My Professional Approach

After completing my PhD, life led me to Aarhus, Denmark, where I settled in the spring of 2020. There, my world turned upside down; in the midst of a global pandemic and during my own pregnancy, I personally experienced the profound changes that motherhood brings. This experience marked a turning point, prompting me to return to practice with a renewed approach, one that was more aligned with perinatal psychotherapy.

To complement my training, I pursued a Master's degree in General Health Psychology, where I gained a solid foundation in evidence-based treatments, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and third-generation therapies. At the same time, I specialized in perinatal psychology and the development of secure attachment, combining self-taught learning with specific programs.

How can I help you? Emotional support during pregnancy and the postpartum period

Today, I work supporting women and families on their journey to parenthood, from conception to postpartum. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to navigate these experiences with understanding, evidence-based tools, and a human and empathetic perspective. In my online psychotherapy practice, I focus on maternal mental health, perinatal stress management, and emotional support, offering professional guidance at every stage of the process.

Academic training

• Master  in General Health Psychology, Universidad Internacional de La Rioja (in process)
• Advanced University Program in Attachment and Perinatal Psychology, Universidad Internacional de la Rioja
• Doctorate (PhD) in Trauma, Stress y Resiliency, Oxford University
• Research Master in Cognitive and Clinical Neurosciences, Maastricht University
• Bachelor degree in Psychology, Universitad de Valencia

Short trainings

• Tools for Perinatal Psychotherapy, Instituto Europeo de Salud Mental Perinatal
• Integral self-compassion,  Silvia Fernández for 'Nirakara'
• Mental Health and illustrated albums, Silvia Garcia for 'Va de Cuentos'
• Gratitude and Corporal Image, Silvia Fernández for 'Nirakara'