Professional development 

My clinical and research background primarily focuses on the psychotherapeutic treatment of addictions, anxiety, eating disorders, and depression. Recognizing the profound impact of trauma on overall mental health, I aim to create a safe, compassionate environment that fosters resilience, growth, and self-awareness. My approach is integrative, drawing on evidence-based practices from both second- and third-wave therapeutic models. 

Academic and Clinical appointments:

• DHA-licensed Psychologist, Aspris Wellbeing Centre, Dubai, the United Arab Emirates

• Assistant Professor of Health and Medical Psychology, Leiden University, the Netherlands

• Private Practitioner, AG Consulting, the Netherlands

• Assistant Professor of Psychology and Technology, University of Twente, the Netherlands

• Visiting Scholar, Simon Fraser University and the John Volken Academy, Canada

• Research Clinician (PhD), University of Barcelona, in collaboration with Hospital Clínic of Barcelona, Spain

Education 

I consider myself a student of life. I am deeply committed to continuous personal and professional development. This philosophy shapes my clinical practice. Over the years, I have pursued advanced training in a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). 

I hold a particular passion for Transactional Analysis (TA) - a modality that deeply resonates with my therapeutic values. I am currently advancing my training in TA at the Berne Institute in the UK.

Below is an overview of my educational background:

• PhD in Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Barcelona, Spain

• MSc in Health and Social Psychology, Maastricht University, the Netherlands

• MA in Cognitive-Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Granada, Spain

• BA in Psychology, University of Bucharest, Romania