Teresa Machado
Licensed Psychologist (Valvira-registered), (she/her)
Master ́s degree in psychology (MSc), and training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Portuguese, English, and Spanish
Espoo and Online
Hi! My name is Teresa. I am a Valvira-registered psychologist with a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Minho in Portugal, and I also did an Erasmus exchange at the University of Salamanca in Spain. Since then, I have completed further training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
As a Portuguese psychologist who has lived, studied, and worked in Portugal, Spain, Cape Verde, and Finland, I know from personal experience what it means to build a life in a new country. This background helps me support international and expatriate clients through the challenges of moving abroad, such as adapting to a new culture and language, feeling far from family and friends, and finding a sense of belonging.
I offer therapy for young adults and adults in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, with in-person sessions in Espoo and online sessions across Finland.
My aim is to offer a safe space where you are heard with empathy and supported, step by step, towards the change you want to see.
Take the first step to help. Book a 15-min phone call to see if we’re the right fit at teresa@compasspsychology.fi
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I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy with a culturally sensitive approach.
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I work individually with adults and young people who are seeking therapy in Portuguese, English or Spanish.
- 106€ for a 45-minute weekly psychotherapy session
- 116€ for a 50-minute consultation
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Monday - Friday: 9AM-6PM
My Approach to Therapy
My approach is client-centred, structured, collaborative, and focused on evidence-based psychological therapy. I work within a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) framework, which means we look together at how thoughts, emotions and behaviours are connected, and develop practical strategies that help you make meaningful changes in your daily life.
I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of good therapy. I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you feel heard and understood, while working toward clear goals we set together.