About Me
Hi, I'm Anna Luiza, a therapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I created this space to welcome people who feel overwhelmed — by life, by others, and often by themselves.
I have a special fondness for supporting young women who face the challenge of balancing career, studies, relationships, and self-care. But what truly motivates me is helping those who feel they are always trying to manage everything and yet realize that something inside is not at peace.
I believe that therapy is a necessary break: a space to breathe, listen to yourself, and learn to deal with emotions in a lighter and more conscious way.
In my practice, I use the principles of CBT to transform thoughts and behaviors into tools for self-awareness, clarity, and real change.
When I'm not seeing patients, I enjoy surfing, being outdoors, drinking coffee, and immersing myself in books about human behavior and literary classics—small breaks that also remind me to practice what I teach: self-care, mindfulness, and lightness.
Training
2023-2024
University of New South Wales (Australia)
Between 2023 and 2024, I participated in an academic exchange program at the University of New South Wales, recognized as one of the top 50 universities in the world in the field of Psychology. This international experience gave me a broader perspective on mental health, diversity, and forms of intervention in different cultural contexts.
2022-2024
University of Florida (USA)
From 2022 to 2024, I completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, where I deepened my studies in cognitive theories, human behavior, and mental health. It was a period of great learning, research, and personal growth—and also an important achievement, as I completed this journey with a scholarship.
2016-2019
Whatcom Community College (USA)
Between 2016 and 2019, I completed my Associate of Arts and Sciences with Honors Degree, receiving recognition for academic excellence (Honours). This experience was my first contact with the field of Humanities and further sparked my interest in the mind and human relationships.
Certifications and Professional Development
2025
Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy (USA)
I completed the CBT in Practice: Essentials II and Basics of CBT – Essentials I courses at the Beck Institute, a world reference in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, founded by Aaron T. Beck, the creator of CBT, and currently directed by Judith Beck.
This training provided me with in-depth technical and practical knowledge of the fundamentals and clinical application of CBT, strengthening my evidence-based practice and understanding of cognitive and behavioral processes.
2022
Atlantic Ocean College (Brazil)
I completed the Italo Marsili Certification in Psychopathology, a comprehensive course that also integrates disciplines such as Performing Arts, Nutrition, and Philosophy, offering a broad view of human processes and their therapeutic relevance.
This training allowed me to delve deeper not only into the clinical aspects of mental disorders, but also into how body, image, food, and culture interrelate in emotional well-being.
Would you like to know how this training is reflected in my therapeutic work?
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