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Psychologist · Online sessions
Online sessions in Portugal
A quiet space for those who rarely stop
Online psychology sessions for women who carry a great deal and pause seldom. A considered, private space to think through what there is rarely time to think through — with professional support, discretion, and no promises of a quick fix.
To protect your privacy, avoid sending detailed clinical information via WhatsApp or email. Use these channels only for initial contact or booking.
Eliana Machado
Psychologist | OPP licence 26698
Recognition
For those who appear to have everything under control
There is a kind of strain that does not show. You keep deciding, delivering, holding things together — while, beneath the surface, tension, fatigue or a sense of being permanently on alert quietly accumulate. You may recognise yourself in:
- Functioning well outwardly, yet carrying a tiredness that rest no longer resolves.
- Having little mental space for yourself, amid all you manage in and beyond work.
- Noticing tension or anxiety that lingers, even when everything appears to be in order.
- Continually putting off the moment to stop, because there never seems to be time.
Seeking support is a lucid decision — not a sign of fragility.
Online sessions as the main format
Online sessions are the main format and are available to people in Portugal. Online sessions can make sense when time is short, travel is difficult, or you are looking for greater flexibility and discretion — in a private space, with a stable connection.
Framing
When seeking support may make sense
- When you wish to understand what is happening, with time and without haste.
- When the strain begins to affect your sleep, concentration or relationships.
- When you feel you are holding everything alone and need a space of your own.
- When you wish to decide your next steps with professional support — with no promises of a quick fix.
An initial contact can help you see whether this support is suitable — without having to explain everything at once.
First step
How initial contact works
Initial contact can be simple: a message via WhatsApp or email to discuss availability and whether the support fits.
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First contact
A message via WhatsApp or email. State your preferred format (online or in person) — no clinical details in the first message.
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Initial conversation
Space to understand what led you to seek support, your expectations and how we might work together. No rushed diagnosis nor immediate commitment to continue.
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Framing
If it makes sense for both parties, frequency and format are agreed. Suitability is assessed together, with transparency about limits.
If you are looking for help for someone close to you
The first step may simply be to see whether this support fits and how best to approach booking. You can contact via WhatsApp or email — without replacing that person's decision.
About
About Eliana Machado
Eliana Machado is a psychologist (OPP Licence no. 26698), practising since 2021. Her work begins from a simple idea: the person seeking help is the one who knows their own life best. From there, the approach is integrative — adapting to each person, rather than applying the same method to every case.
More on training and approachPractical information
Each session usually lasts 45 to 50 minutes. The fee is confirmed when booking.
- Duration: each session usually lasts 45 to 50 minutes.
- Online: sessions usually take place via Google Meet.
- Fee: the fee is confirmed when booking.
The fee and availability are confirmed when booking, via WhatsApp or email.
When necessary, in-person sessions are also available by appointment at Fisio J. Bartolomeu, in the Lourinhã area.
See how sessions workReading
Informative articles
General texts — not individual consultation.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I book a session?
You can make initial contact via WhatsApp or email. You do not need to send detailed clinical information in the first message.
How long is a session?
Each session usually lasts 45 to 50 minutes.
What is the fee?
The fee is confirmed when booking. Scheduling and payment are arranged directly with Eliana after initial contact.
How does an online session work?
Online sessions usually take place via Google Meet. Access details are agreed before the session.
When it feels right, you can begin with an initial contact.
Initial contact can be simple: a message via WhatsApp or email to discuss availability and whether the support fits.
To protect your privacy, avoid sending detailed clinical information via WhatsApp or email. Use these channels only for initial contact or booking.