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Online psychological care
Carla SuzanaMarinho
Clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist in Dourados/MS. Online therapy for teenagers and adults, in Portuguese and English, for Brazilians in Brazil and abroad.
Anxiety, ADHD and emotional overload
Relationships and family
12+ years of clinical experience
Online therapy
Video sessions with confidentiality and clear agreements.
About the professional
Nice to meet you. I am Carla Suzana Marinho.
Clinical psychologist, neuropsychologist and cognitive behavioral therapist.
I hold a Psychology degree from UFGD, a Neuropsychology specialization from IBNeuro and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from PUC-PR. For more than 12 years, I have supported teenagers, adults and families in mental health care.
My background also includes Human Development and Learning training at Unesp - Bauru and many years of work with children, teenagers, families and school contexts. This experience broadened my understanding of human development, family relationships, behavior, learning and emotional health across different stages of life.
Over the years, I have accompanied people at different moments of their stories, both in Brazil and abroad, working with Brazilians and foreigners in different cultural contexts. This experience broadened my perspective on adaptation, belonging, identity and the construction of new paths.
Beyond psychology, I am a wife, mother, Christian and someone who deeply believes in people's potential for growth, maturity and transformation.
Approach
Therapy as a safe space for listening, self-knowledge and meaningful change.
I see therapy as more than symptom relief. It can help each person live with more clarity, balance and purpose.
- Online care.
- Portuguese and English.
- More than 12 years of clinical experience.
- Neuropsychology.
- Experience with teenagers and adults.
- Care for Brazilians living abroad.
Online care and in-person ADHD assessment in Dourados/MS.
Why you can trust this care
Transparency about training and how I work
No patient testimonials, out of respect for confidentiality. Here you find the information that helps you decide with confidence.
Training
Clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist
Psychology degree from UFGD, neuropsychology from IBNeuro and cognitive behavioral therapy from PUC-PR.
Approach
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Warm, evidence-based listening focused on thoughts, emotions and everyday patterns.
Experience
More than 12 years in clinical practice
Support for teenagers, adults and families, in Brazil and abroad.
Languages
Portuguese and English
Sessions in the language in which you feel more comfortable expressing yourself.
City and format
Online and Dourados/MS
Online therapy for anywhere; in-person ADHD assessment in Dourados/MS, Brazil.
Limits and first talk
Ethical and clear care
It does not replace urgent or emergency care. In the first talk, your concern is welcomed and next steps are agreed calmly.
Who I can help
Find care that speaks to your current season
Each topic opens an introductory page with initial guidance and paths for care.
FormatOnlineConfidential sessions with clear agreements.
LanguagesPT / ENFor people who need to move between Portuguese and English.
ADHD
Attention, organization and self-criticism
ADHD is not lack of effort. It is living with a mind that often works at a different pace.
Learn more AnxietyWorry, fear and a body on alert
Not all anxiety is visible. Sometimes it appears as constant worry or a mind that cannot switch off.
Learn more DepressionLow mood, isolation and loss of energy
Depression goes far beyond sadness. It may appear as constant fatigue, guilt or difficulty feeling pleasure.
Learn more BurnoutEmotional overload and burnout
Do you feel like you are always handling everything... until you cannot anymore?
Learn more RelationshipsRelationships and family
Healthy relationships are also built. Conflicts, limits and guilt can create suffering.
Learn more TeenagersTherapy for teenagers
Adolescence is a time of many changes and challenges. A listening space can help them go through it.
Learn more AbroadBrazilians abroad
Living abroad transforms life - and awakens emotional challenges that are not always visible.
Learn moreQuick answers
Common questions in one line
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes. Care is online, by video call, for teenagers and adults anywhere in Brazil or abroad.
Do you work in English?
Yes. Sessions can be in Portuguese or English, in the language in which you feel more comfortable.
Do you work with Brazilians abroad?
Yes. I work with Brazilians living in other countries, with online therapy in Portuguese and attention to the challenges of living abroad.
Do you do ADHD assessment?
Yes. Therapy is online; the ADHD assessment is done in person in Dourados/MS. Details are arranged on WhatsApp.
First session
How does the therapeutic process begin?
1
Welcoming
You talk about your current moment, your questions and what led you to seek therapy.
2
Understanding the concern
We observe patterns of thoughts, emotions, routine and relationships that appear in suffering.
3
Care plan
We discuss possible next steps, always respecting your pace and your story.
Payments
Options for Brazil and abroad
After the appointment time is confirmed, payment details are sent privately, with clear guidance about deadline, receipt and currency.
International payment
For Brazilians living abroad, payment can be arranged with international instructions according to country, currency and available platform.
- Details sent privately
- Currency and deadline agreed before the session
- Fees may vary by bank or platform
It is good to be at peace with yourself. It is good to be in psychotherapy.
Office
An environment designed to welcome
A reserved space for listening, reflection and care, with online sessions and attentive support.
Dourados and region
Psychologist in Dourados/MS and online therapy
Based in Dourados/MS, Brazil, I work online with people anywhere in Brazil and with Brazilians abroad. For those in the region, ADHD assessment also happens in person in the city.
- Psychologist in Dourados/MS
- Online therapy across Brazil and abroad
- In-person ADHD assessment in Dourados
Blog
Texts to begin understanding emotional care
Introductory content about therapy, CBT, anxiety, ADHD, depression and online therapy.
Why consider therapy even when life seems to go on?
Therapy as ongoing care, not only as a last resort.
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
An introduction to the link between thoughts, emotions and behavior.
When does anxiety begin to ask for care?
Common signs that worry has become heavy in daily life.
ADHD in adults: how can therapy help?
Organization, attention and self-criticism with care and strategy.
Depression is not weakness. It is a call for care.
A conversation about emotional pain, low energy and professional support.
Online therapy for Brazilians living abroad
How being heard in Portuguese can support adaptation and distance.
Before scheduling
Frequently asked questions
How does online therapy work?
Sessions are held by video call, with the same care, warmth and confidentiality as in-person therapy. You only need a private setting and a good internet connection (and headphones if you prefer).
How do I schedule a session?
Just get in touch through WhatsApp. I will be glad to talk with you, answer your questions and check available appointment times.
Do you work with teenagers?
Yes. Care is adapted to the teenager's stage of development and carried out in partnership with the family whenever necessary, while preserving confidentiality and the therapeutic bond.
Do you work with Brazilians living outside Brazil?
Yes. I work with Brazilians living in different countries, offering online therapy in Portuguese and respecting the emotional and cultural challenges that are part of this experience.
Can sessions be held in English?
Yes. I also offer sessions in English when that is the best form of communication for the patient.
How long are sessions?
Sessions last about 50 minutes and usually take place once a week. Frequency is defined according to each case's needs.
Do you accept health insurance?
Currently, sessions are private. If your health insurance offers reimbursement for psychological consultations, I can provide the required documentation for your request to the plan.
Do I need to be in Dourados to do therapy?
No. Therapy is online and available for people anywhere in Brazil and abroad. Being in Dourados/MS is only needed for the ADHD assessment, which is in person.
How does therapy for Brazilians abroad work?
Sessions take place by video call, in Portuguese, at a time arranged for your time zone. Care considers the challenges of adaptation, belonging and distance that come with living abroad.
What is the difference between online therapy and in-person ADHD assessment?
Online therapy is an ongoing process of support by video call. The ADHD assessment is a specific process, with its own steps and instruments, carried out in person in Dourados/MS.
Can I do therapy in English?
Yes. Sessions can be held in English when that is the best form of communication, and the language can be agreed on or alternated throughout the process.
How to start
Three simple steps to the first talk
No forms and no bureaucracy. The first contact is straight through WhatsApp, at your own pace.
Message on WhatsApp
Send a message with a few lines about what led you to look for therapy.
Check availability and format
We talk about times, time zone when needed, and whether it will be online therapy or an in-person assessment.
Arrange the first session
We schedule the first session or assessment according to your case, with clear agreements.
Book through WhatsApp
Message me on WhatsApp and I'll reply soon. Or send an e-mail if you prefer.
Message on WhatsApp