Therapy and Consultation Services
My consultation and therapy services are for people that may reside all over the world that are looking to tackle life-long negative patterns and increase their sense of well-being through a collaborative and evidence-based therapeutic process. Clients are guided towards achieving lasting positive transformations in their lives.
I offer therapy both online or in-person in Bologna to support adults who are struggling with:
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Recurrent negative thinking patterns
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Emotional difficulties
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Anxiety and/or depression
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Grief and loss
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Anger issues
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Traumatic experiences
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Couples' conflict management and healthy communication
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Chronic illness
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Women's issues
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Self-acceptance and self-esteem
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Stress, life changes and transitions
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Cultural identity and living as an "expat"
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Existential issues and meaning-making
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Eco-anxiety, climate anxiety, eco-grief, and eco-despair
In terms of my psychotherapy approach, I integrate the following evidence-based and clinical practices and techniques, personalizing and tailoring my offering based on client needs and difficulties:
Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, evidence-based approaches meant to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, emotional responses, and behaviors
Trauma-focused Therapy which recognizes the disruptive nature that past events that threaten our lives, safety and intergrity can cause in our present lives including our sense of self.
Positive Psychology techniques to strengthen the client's inner resources and foster unconditional self-acceptance as well as incorporating meaning-making so that life becomes purposeful and meaningful and ultimately fulfilling.
Ecotherapy and nature-based techniques to foster well-being and nature connection and to tackle difficult climate and eco-emotions in the context of climate change or to build resilience to other environmental stressors.
Moreover, Walk and Talk therapy is also an option that can be discussed together, taking advantage of the lovely natural backdrop that the nearby Lunetta Gamberini Park offers.
You can find out more about my psychotherapeutic approaches and tools under "Consultations and Therapeutic Services".
I am a trained practitioner of Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy therapeutic approaches that empowers individuals to identify and challenge irrational beliefs, fostering healthier thought patterns and emotional well-being with an overarching goal of embracing unconditional self-acceptance and acceptance of uncomfortable emotions. Through a collaborative and evidence-based process, clients are guided towards achieving lasting positive transformations in their lives.
"Trauma-informed" therapy recognizes and emphasizes how the traumatic experience can affect the present in terms of mental, behavioral, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Safety and trust are prioritized to create a supportive environment. Clients are empowered to make choices about their healing journey. Techniques include grounding exercises to become anchored to the present moment and mindfulness exercises, to develop a non-judgemental stance towards one's inner experiences. Psychoeducation about trauma and coping skills are provided. Autonomy and respect for client boundaries are emphasized. The goal is to support clients in processing trauma and building emotional regulation skills and resilience. Ultimately, it's about fostering healing and recovery with compassion and understanding.
Psychotraumatology principles are also integrated with eco-conscious therapy. The evolving landscape of climate-related challenges can give rise to traumatic responses, as individuals grapple with loss, displacement, existential dilemmas, loss of sense of belonging, loneliness, and an overarching sense of ecological upheaval and degradation.
Recognizing the interconnectedness between mental health and environmental well-being and the rapidly changing climate crisis I apply an Eco and Climate-Conscious lens to my work. Climate-conscious therapy recognizes the significant influence of climate change on mental health and offers support tailored to these unique challenges. In today's world, the realities of climate change—from extreme weather events to environmental degradation—can profoundly affect individuals' emotional well-being and contribute to feelings of eco-anxiety or climate anxiety, grief, and despair. Climate-aware therapy integrates an understanding of climate-related stressors into therapeutic interventions, empowering individuals to navigate these challenges and cultivate resilience in the face of environmental uncertainty. At my climate-aware therapy practice, I believe in the power of therapy to not only support individual healing but also inspire collective action toward a more sustainable and resilient future.
Ecotherapeutic techniques are integrated, as reconnection with nature can be a powerful strategy for our healing journey but also to foster respect and care for our surroundings.
Walk and Talk Therapy combines traditional counseling and talking therapy with the physical activity of walking outdoors in natural settings. Instead of sitting in an office, sessions take place while walking in a natural setting, promoting a sense of ease and relaxation. The movement can encourage free-flowing conversation, making it easier to explore thoughts and emotions. Walking side-by-side can also create a less intimidating environment, allowing clients to feel more comfortable sharing.
This type of therapy is ideal for those who find it challenging to sit still for long periods or feel more open when physically active, while also benefiting from the positive effects of nature.
Ecotherapeutic techniques are integrated while doing sessions outdoors, as reconnection with nature can be a powerful strategy for our healing journey but also to foster respect and care for our surroundings.
Supervisions in REBT
Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy developed by the psychologist Albert Ellis.
It is an action-oriented approach that focuses on helping individuals identify and change their irrational beliefs, learning to manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a healthier way, with the ultimate goal of learning to unconditionally accept not only themselves but also others and life itself, despite the challenges it presents. Irrational beliefs can pertain to oneself, others, and the surrounding world.
Starting in 2023, I am an appointed Associate Editor of the research journal Journal of Rational-Emotive Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
I am specialized in REBT, having received Advanced Training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy at the Albert Ellis Institute, where I spent time during my doctoral training in 2016.
With a Single Session, Therapist and Client meet only once with the understanding that it will be the only time they meet. These sessions last a bit longer than regular sessions and average about 90 minutes with the scope of getting you "unstuck" in whatever issue, situation, or difficulty you are currently encountering. During a SST we will focus on a specific problem and on your resources and skills needed to handle it. Through the use of CBT techniques I can help you identify what you can do to manage better. The intention is not to give "advice" but rather help you fix your problem yourself.