I am a Child Psychologist, Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents and families. My multidisciplinary professional background combines psychology, counselling, family therapy and clinical psychiatry, allowing me to approach emotional, behavioural, developmental and relational difficulties from a broad and integrated perspective.
Originally from Italy, I trained and practised in the UK for several years before moving to Dubai in 2018. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with children, young people and families across clinical, educational and community settings, including close collaboration with international schools in the UAE.
This experience has given me a strong understanding of the emotional, developmental, social and academic challenges children and adolescents may encounter, particularly within multicultural and internationally mobile families.
My therapeutic approach is primarily informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), systemic and family-focused practice, and solution-focused approaches. Depending on the child's age, developmental stage and individual needs, I also incorporate creative, play-based and other developmentally appropriate therapeutic techniques.
I believe that children and young people are best understood within the context of the relationships and environments around them. My work therefore considers not only the individual's emotional and psychological needs, but also family relationships, school experiences, friendships and wider social influences.
This integrated approach enables me to tailor interventions to each child or young person while also supporting parents and other significant adults in creating environments that promote emotional wellbeing, resilience and healthy development.
My Philosophy
Children and adolescents are continually developing their sense of identity, confidence and understanding of themselves and others. Their emotional wellbeing is shaped by the interaction between their individual characteristics, experiences, relationships and environment.
My aim is to provide a safe and supportive therapeutic space where young people can understand their emotions and experiences, develop effective coping strategies, strengthen their sense of self and feel more confident in managing challenges.
I also work closely with parents and families, recognising that supporting the adults around a child can be an important part of creating meaningful and sustainable change.
Where appropriate, I collaborate with schools and other professionals involved in a child's care to help create a consistent and coordinated network of support across home, school and therapeutic settings.