DubaiAbout Me/Bio
Hello, I’m Rita Figueiredo, a passionate Clinical Psychologist dedicated to mental health, with a focus on couples and family therapy. I hold a Master’s in Clinical and Health Psychology from the University of Lisbon, Portugal. With four years of experience, I have honed my skills in navigating intricate dynamics within couples and families.
If you have any questions about me or my work, please reach out!
If you have any questions about me or my work, please reach out!
GENERAL INFORMATION
Clinic Name
Thrive Wellbeing Centre
Clinic Address
Office 706-710, HDS Tower Cluster F, JLT
Country
United Arab Emirates
Website
Email Address
Work Phone Number
Languages
EnglishPortuguese
Practice
Both In-Person & Online
ABOUT Rita Figueiredo
Profession
Clinical Psychologist
Credentials
MSc.
Licensing Authority
DHA, CDA, EuroPsy
Types of Services
Therapy
Therapy
IndividualsCouplesFamilies
Additional Services
Educational WorkshopsCorporate TalksMedia Interview/Writing
Years of Experience
4
Specializations
AddictionAngerAnxietyBody ImageChronic IllnessDepressionDivorceDomestic ViolenceEmotion RegulationFamily ConflictGamblingGriefInfidelityInternet Use ProblemsLife crisisMen's IssuesMood SwingsObsessions and CompulsionsPanicParentingPhobiasPregnancy, Prenatal, PostpartumRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemSexual IssuesSex AddictionSleep or InsomniaSubstance UseSuicidal IdeationTransgenderVideo GamingWomen's Issues
Approach
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)Dialectical (DBT)EclecticExistentialFamily SystemsHumanisticIntegrativeMindfulness-Based (MBCT)NarrativeSolution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Age Group
16 to 1819 to 2122 to 6465+
Work Hours
I accommodate evening or weekends appointments
Appointment Wait Time
Less than a week from time of contact
Preferred Contact Method
Hoopfull Contact FormEmailOffice
How I can help you
In my therapeutic space, you can expect a collaborative, non-judgmental, and supportive environment, where our work is grounded in evidence-based techniques. We act as scientists, studying your life, committed to understanding the causes of your difficulties and what can lead to positive changes and growth.
I integrate various approaches to create tailored plans for each client. I motivate my clients to participate actively in therapy, making it possible to be brief and solution-focused. I have several tools in my therapeutic “toolbox,” and I will share these with you as the opportunity and need arise.
I integrate various approaches to create tailored plans for each client. I motivate my clients to participate actively in therapy, making it possible to be brief and solution-focused. I have several tools in my therapeutic “toolbox,” and I will share these with you as the opportunity and need arise.
Why I am specialized in this field
As someone who experienced the benefits of therapy first-hand, I found that I wanted to be someone who helps others thrive. The privilege of doing so fills me with gratitude and guides every part of my clinical practice.
A post-graduation in Family and Couples Therapy has allowed me to better understand and work with people within their relationships, roles, and contexts. It also prepared me to work with all kinds of families.
A post-graduation in Family and Couples Therapy has allowed me to better understand and work with people within their relationships, roles, and contexts. It also prepared me to work with all kinds of families.
What I say to people who feel nervous or have concerns about therapy/assessment
If you’re concerned about therapy, know that feeling uncomfortable is normal – even when it’s not our first time. Feel free to bring any topic into our conversations – building a trusting relationship is crucial for successful outcomes.