Bianca Coelho

I am a Brazilian psychologist, qualified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with almost ten years of experience in the clinical area. In 2022, I had the opportunity to come to the UK to do a full-time Masters degree in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing at Liverpool John Moores University. Although I continue to work remotely with my Brazilian clients, I am looking for a professional opportunity in the United Kingdom as an Assistant Psychologist in order to gain experience with the NHS.

I have extensive professional experience in the field of psychology, particularly in clinical and therapeutic settings. Since 2021, I have been the Founder and Psychotherapist at Clínica Psicológica Despertar Psi LTDA, where I provide individual and group psychotherapy sessions. In this role, I manage the administrative aspects of the private practice and navigate interactions with regulatory bodies. This position has allowed me to develop and maintain a successful private practice, delivering effective therapeutic services to a diverse client base.

Prior to this, from 2015 to 2021, I co-founded and managed Policlínica Rodrigues Alcântara LTDA, a multidisciplinary clinic. In addition to my managerial responsibilities, I provided psychotherapy, conducted in-depth clinical assessments, and developed treatment plans. Over nearly seven years, I was instrumental in providing quality psychological services to hundreds of patients, contributing significantly to the clinic's growth and success.

From 2014 to 2015, I worked as a Psychotherapist at Holos - Clínica de Saúde e Desenvolvimento Pessoal LTDA, where I provided therapy to clients with severe mental health disabilities. My responsibilities included conducting clinical assessments and educating clients on at-home rehabilitation techniques. This role involved delivering effective therapeutic interventions and supporting clients in achieving better mental health and well-being.

Additionally, between 2013 and 2016, I volunteered at Fundação Lar Harmonia - Núcleo de Psicologia, where I counselled individuals, groups, and families on various issues, including mental health, poverty, domestic violence, and substance abuse. This volunteer work allowed me to support disadvantaged populations by providing psychological services and facilitating social rehabilitation.

Earlier in my career, in 2012, I interned at Ambev, the largest beverage company in Latin America, within the Human Resources department. I assisted senior HR members, maintained organised records, handled HR matters with confidentiality, and collaborated on HR initiatives. This internship provided me with valuable experience in a corporate HR environment and contributed to the efficiency of the HR department.

In terms of education, I hold an MSc in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing from Liverpool John Moores University, completed in 2023. This program included relevant modules such as Research Skills in Positive Psychology, Analysis in Positive Psychology, and an Empirical Project. Through this degree, I developed advanced research skills, conducted qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and completed an empirical project on the role of meaning in relation to burnout.

I also hold a BSc in Psychology from Universidade Salvador in Brazil, obtained in 2014. During this program, I took modules such as Academic Research I and II, Measures in Psychology, and Biostatistics. These courses provided me with foundational knowledge in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis, and various psychological measures.

In 2020, I completed an Advanced Hypnotherapy and Applied Neuroscience course at Instituto Quasar, where I learned about the ethical application of hypnosis and its neurological underpinnings, qualifying as a hypnotherapist. Additionally, I obtained a qualification in Professional and Career Guidance from Instituto do Ser in 2015, acquiring techniques and theories to assist clients with career-related issues, including choosing, changing, or adapting to retirement. Furthermore, in 2013, I completed a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy course at Centro de Terapia Cognitiva de Salvador, gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in CBT, preparing me for a career as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist.