Talita de Oliveira Custódio
@talitadeoliveiracust
I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in Gestalt therapy and positive psychology.
What I'm looking for
I am a clinical psychologist with 7+ years delivering culturally competent virtual care, primarily to Brazilian expatriates, totaling over 6,000 clinical hours and guiding 200+ clients in Gestalt therapy, mindfulness, and positive psychology with a 90% client retention rate.
Currently pursuing an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology with modules in coaching and organizational psychology, I also teach yoga, run therapeutic retreats, and manage a wellness lodge—combining clinical practice, mindfulness, and program design to remove barriers to mental health access.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Owner & Manager
Prana Chalé
Jul 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Managed all aspects of a therapeutic lodge including operations, marketing, and customer service, and designed retreat programs combining therapy, yoga, and wellness practices to promote mental health.
Clinical Psychologist & Therapist
Self-Employed
Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Provided over 6,000 hours of virtual therapy to Brazilian expatriates worldwide, guiding 200+ clients in Gestalt therapy and mindfulness to improve resilience and cultural adjustment and maintaining a 90% client retention rate.
Yoga Teacher & Mindfulness Practitioner
Self-Employed
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 8 months)
Delivered workshops and integrative sessions combining mindfulness, meditation, and breathing techniques to reduce stress and foster personal well-being across group and individual settings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of East London
Master of Science, Applied Positive Psychology
2024 -
Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at the University of East London, currently pursuing with expected completion in 2026.
Gestalt Community Centre
Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology
2019 - 2022
Activities and societies: Postgraduate Diploma in Full Training in Gestalt Therapy (2019–2022)
Completed a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and a postgraduate diploma in full training in Gestalt Therapy at Gestalt Community Centre from 2019 to 2022.
Federal University of Santa Catarina
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
2013 - 2018
Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the Federal University of Santa Catarina, completed in 2018.
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