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Psychological Support Consultation for Caregivers

The Psychological Support Consultation for Caregivers was designed precisely for this context. It is a professional, confidential, and non-judgmental online space where formal and informal caregivers can talk about their daily experiences, organize their emotions, and receive specialized support to navigate this phase with greater balance.

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They are satisfied with online therapy and say it has been helpful in dealing with their emotional challenges.

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Of the teenagers who underwent online therapy for social anxiety, none of them showed symptoms at the end of treatment.

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Patients experience clinically significant reductions in symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress after 8- to 12-week programs.

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Psychological Support Consultation for Caregivers

Caring for another person is a profoundly human gesture, but also a demanding task that can silently wear down the caregiver. Many caregivers juggle doctor's appointments, medication, household chores, difficult decisions, and the feeling that they "can't fail." Over time, extreme fatigue, irritability, guilt about feeling limited, sadness, loneliness, and the realization that they no longer have space for themselves commonly arise.

Who is the caregiver support consultation intended for?

This consultation is intended for caregivers of family members or significant others with dementia, neurological disease, cancer, mental illness, disability, physical dependence, children with special needs, or other conditions requiring ongoing support. It includes informal caregivers (parents, children, spouses, other family members) and formal caregivers who bear a significant emotional burden.

It is suitable for those who feel they are reaching their limit, but also for those who want to prevent burnout and learn to care for others without self-sabotage. It's not necessary to be "on the verge of collapse" to ask for help; often, the most effective intervention is the one that happens before complete exhaustion.

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How does online psychological support consultation for caregivers work?

The consultations take place via video call, lasting approximately 50 minutes, on a day and time agreed upon with you, so that you can fit the support into your caregiving routine. In the first session, the psychologist seeks to understand who the caregiver is, the caregiver's clinical situation, how the family is organized, how long they have been performing this role, and what impact this has had on their body, emotions, professional, social, and family life.

Based on this assessment, realistic goals are defined for follow-up: reducing anxiety levels and emotional overload, improving how the individual copes with guilt, working on the balance between caring for themselves and caring for others, supporting difficult decisions and, when necessary, reorganizing boundaries and asking for help more clearly.

Throughout the sessions, the work alternates between providing emotional support and building practical strategies for daily life, always respecting the individual's pace and the specific realities of the care provided.

The online format is particularly useful in this area: many caregivers find it difficult to leave home, depend on other people's schedules, or feel they don't have the flexibility for more travel. Online psychological counseling allows them to receive support from home, confidentially, without adding more logistical burden to an already demanding routine.

Consultation with Online Psychologists

How it Works

1

Complete the Initial Questionnaire

Tell us a little about yourself, your needs and goals. This allows us to recommend the most suitable and specialized online psychologist for the area you need most.

2

Schedule and Pay Easily

Choose the time that is most convenient for you. Scheduling and payment can be done directly online or by phone with our support team. 

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Start Your Online Therapy

On the chosen day and time, access the secure link sent to you and speak with your psychologist via video call. All in a completely confidential environment, ensuring that your online psychology consultation takes place with maximum comfort and privacy.

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What difficulties can be addressed in consultation?

In the Psychological Support Consultation for Caregivers, the following aspects, among others, can be addressed:

  • the feeling of being overwhelmed and exhausted,
  • Anxiety about the future of the person being cared for,
  • anticipatory sadness or grief,
  • the guilt of feeling limited or wanting "a break",
  • the ambivalence between love, duty, and weariness,
  • conflicts with other family members regarding responsibilities,
  • the difficulty in setting limits,
  • the tendency to neglect one's own health,
  • The impact of this role on personal and professional identity.

It is also possible to work on communication with the person being cared for, deal with changes in behavior, better manage episodes of agitation, refuse unrealistic requests more safely, and prepare for important transitions, such as entering formal support services, hospitalization, palliative care, or reorganization of family dynamics.

Psychology Consultations – Caregiver Support Therapy

Psychologists in Portugal

Psychological support consultations for caregivers are available online for caregivers in all districts of mainland Portugal, as well as the Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira, and for Portuguese caregivers residing abroad. The video call format allows for maintaining contact with the same psychologist over time, even in cases of hospitalizations, changes of residence, or family reorganization, ensuring continuity in a context where relational stability is particularly important.

How can we help?

Therapies with proven effectiveness

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A structured approach that helps caregivers identify highly self-demanding or guilt-ridden thought patterns (“if I don’t do everything, I’m failing,” “I don’t have the right to rest”), recognize signs of stress, and replace these patterns with more realistic and sustainable perspectives. It also integrates stress management, relaxation, and routine organization strategies. Meta-analyses show that cognitive-behavioral interventions reduce depression, anxiety, stress, and burden in informal caregivers, including caregivers of people with dementia.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Caregivers (ACT)

Focused on increasing psychological flexibility, helping caregivers relate differently to difficult thoughts (“I can’t take it anymore,” “this will never end”) and intense emotions, without being paralyzed by them. Personal values (caregiving, presence, dignity, self-health) are worked on, along with small, concrete steps aligned with these values, even in the context of chronic illness or decline. Recent clinical trials indicate that ACT can reduce anxiety, depression, and distress in caregivers of people with dementia and children with neurological disorders, including in online or video conferencing formats.

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Problem Solving Therapy (PST)

A brief and highly practical model, focused on transforming diffuse concerns into concrete problems, defining achievable goals and step-by-step plans. It is particularly useful when the caregiver feels blocked when faced with decisions (such as reorganizing tasks, involving other family members, coordinating with formal support services) and experiences a constant feeling of "I don't know where to begin." Reviews of interventions with caregivers show that problem-solving components are associated with improvements in emotional well-being, reduced stress, and a greater sense of competence in the caregiver role.

Frequently Asked Questions

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No. Taking care of oneself is an essential part of taking good care of others. Exhausted, ill, or burnout-stricken caregivers have more difficulty making decisions, dealing with crises, and maintaining a close relationship with the person being cared for. The consultation is a space to catch one's breath, not an act of selfishness.

The consultation doesn't change the illness itself, but it can significantly alter how you experience it, how you make decisions, how you organize your life, and how you relate to the person being cared for and their family. This reduces suffering and often improves the quality of care you provide.

This is a common concern. A psychologist can help you find realistic time windows and locations with more privacy (even if it's just a room in the house at a certain time or the inside of a parked car). The goal is for the consultation to be supportive and not another source of pressure.

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Important Notice

Online psychology consultations aim to support psychological well-being and are not a substitute for medical, psychiatric, or emergency services.
In case of a psychological crisis or emergency, contact 112 immediately or go to the nearest emergency service.