Psychotherapist

Recently, I have started writing a column "Healthy Mind" to the Brazilian magazine Acontece. The articles are in Portuguese, but below the English translation of my first article. Our mind sometimes seems to have its own life… our thoughts go from one place to another, from one idea to another as if we do not have control of what is going on in our mind. When our mind goes from one worry to another, we become anxious. When our mind goes from one negative thought to another we

Feeling overwhelmed at school? Anxious? Sad? Lonely? Join our support group in Doral In this support group teens (14-18-year-old) will learn coping skills, healthy behaviors, and how to manage their emotions. Teens will also be introduced to mindfulness, and if they are interested will be able to train to run a 5k (Zen Run: http://zenrun.us) Cost: $20.00 per session. Facilitator: Dr. Ana Gouvea Dr. Gouvea is a Counselor (Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, License # I

Have you lost a loved one? Are you having difficulties to cope with loss? Do you feel overwhelmed by the loss? Although loss is part of our human condition, sometimes the grieving process seems just too painful and unbearable. If you think you need help, I am organizing a grief support group in Doral, FL. This support group aims to help people that suffered a loss develop a healthy grieving process. In this group we will discuss the stages of grief, issues related to loss res