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Online and in Padua (Padova, Italy) psychological support for adults, adolescents, and children during times of change, educational challenges, and life transitions. A structured therapeutic approach grounded in clinical counselling expertise, offered in both Italian and English.
About Me
I am Giulia Santacà, a licensed psychologist specialized in Developmental and Educational Psychology. After graduating from the University of Padua, I continued my professional training and practice in Canada—an experience that significantly enriched both my clinical and human approach, allowing me to work in multicultural and interdisciplinary settings with adolescents, adults, and families.
During my time in Canada, I completed an internship in Art Therapy and Clinical Counselling at Adler University and collaborated as a research assistant at the UBC Centre for Infant Cognition, focusing on cognitive and emotional development processes. This academic and clinical experience allowed me to integrate scientific research with professional practice in a rigorous and up-to-date manner.
As a Clinical Counsellor, I have gained years of experience supporting individuals facing emotional and relational challenges, managing anxiety, anger, and fear, as well as navigating personal, family, and work-related transitions. I have worked in interdisciplinary teams and led Art Therapy groups in diverse cultural contexts, developing skills in using expressive techniques as tools for awareness and emotional regulation.
My approach integrates clinical, educational, and research expertise, with particular attention to intercultural dimensions and respect for the uniqueness of each individual.
I offer psychological sessions in both Italian and English, providing professional support to clients from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
AREAS OF INTERVENTION
- Support for emotional, individual, and relational development
- Difficulties in emotion management and regulation (anxiety, anger, fear, low mood, grief)
- Emotional and behavioral difficulties in developmental age and adulthood
- Relational and family difficulties
- Special Needs
- Specific Learning Disorders
- ADHD
- Parenting support
- Life transitions and changes (separations, family reorganizations, school and work changes, relocations)
- Adaptation to new cultural contexts and intercultural issues
- Work-related stress
Services
Psychological Support for Children and Families
Online psychological support is designed for children, adolescents, and families, focusing on promoting emotional, individual, and relational well-being across developmental stages. The intervention is based on a careful assessment of the child’s needs and resources, as well as the family system, respecting each context’s specificities.
Learn moreSpecial attention is given to situations involving special needs, ADHD, specific learning disorders, and behavioral difficulties, as well as challenges in emotion management and regulation, such as anxiety, anger, and fear. The work includes parenting support, fostering greater understanding of children’s developmental needs and strengthening parenting skills.
The intervention integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and person-centered psychological approaches, selected based on the child’s and family’s specific needs. Support is also provided during moments of change and family transitions, including separations, bereavement, and family reorganizations. When appropriate, the process may include expressive and artistic techniques as psychological support tools.
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Psychological Support for Adults
Online psychological support for adults focuses on promoting emotional and relational well-being and providing support during different life stages. The intervention is based on attentive listening to personal history and life context, with the aim of helping individuals understand their difficulties and strengthen personal resources.
Learn moreSupport is indicated during times of transition and change, such as separations, relocations, role or work context changes, as well as in relational difficulties and periods of greater emotional vulnerability.
Particular attention is given to emotional difficulties, including experiences of anxiety, low mood, grief, pregnancy, postpartum, and feelings related to pregnancy loss\ abortion, as well as work-related stress.
The intervention flexibly and personally integrates cognitive techniques, with attention to core beliefs, mindfulness practices, solution-focused approaches, and a humanistic person-centered orientation.
Working methods are defined based on specific needs and shared goals, respecting each individual’s uniqueness.
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Workshops and Corporate Services
Workshops and corporate services are designed to foster psychological well-being, emotional awareness, and quality relationships in organizational contexts. Interventions are tailored to teams and professionals based on the organization’s specific needs.
Learn moreIn addition to thematic workshops, it is possible to activate a psychological listening desk in the workplace, with periodic psychologist presence offering individual support sessions in a private space. The desk aims to promote employee well-being and support a more functional and balanced work environment.
Proposed activities focus on stress management, developing emotional and relational skills, and support during processes of change and professional reorganization. Interventions integrate cognitive tools, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused approaches, respecting boundaries between psychological support and clinical intervention.
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- Support for emotional, individual, and relational development
- Special Needs, ADHD, Learning Disorders, and behavioral difficulties
- Parenting support
- Life transitions, separations, relocations, work changes
- Relational difficulties
- Emotional difficulties (anxiety, low mood, grief, pregnancy, postpartum, miscarriage\ abortion)
- Work-related stress
- Individual psychological listening desk
- Stress management and burnout prevention
- Emotional and relational skills
- Organizational change and professional transitions
My Approach
Facing a change, a difficulty, or feeling the need for a listening space is part of the human experience. Psychological support offers a context based on trust, listening, and non-judgment, oriented toward fostering greater self-understanding and understanding of oneself in relation to others, as well as the ways each person faces different life stages. Sessions aim to improve psychological well-being and strengthen the sense of balance and centeredness in daily life.
The work is based on theoretical models and scientific evidence in developmental psychology, education, and clinical psychology, integrating different frameworks of reference.
Specialized Approach
The working framework integrates contributions from cognitive-behavioral psychology, with particular attention to understanding cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes and the role of core beliefs. Psychoeducational models are also used to foster understanding of difficulties and development of emotional, relational, and adaptive skills. The intervention is always calibrated to the person’s specific needs, respecting the psychologist’s professional competencies.
Beyond words – expressive languages
When appropriate, psychological support may integrate elements inspired by Art Therapy and other expressive techniques, used as tools to facilitate emotional expression and personal reflection.
These tools can complement verbal conversation, particularly in work with children, adolescents, and in intercultural contexts, respecting shared goals.
Facing challenges together
The work pays attention to contextual and relational factors, cultural differences, and experiences related to international contexts and change.
Mindfulness and awareness elements are used as tools to support emotional regulation and stress management, fostering greater presence and awareness in daily life.
Psychological support interventions are preceded by an initial assessment of the request and developed through structured sessions monitored over time, in line with the psychologist’s professional competencies and respecting ethical principles.
Free initial consultation
The initial consultation offers:
- a dedicated space for questions and clarifications
- a brief sharing of your request and main areas of difficulty
- an overview of how psychological support works
- information on methods, costs, and session organization
*Response within 24 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does the free initial consultation consist of?
The 15-30 minute initial consultation is an introductory meeting designed to understand your request, clarify your needs, and provide information about how the service works. It is not a continuous support program but rather an orientation and information session.
Is psychological support suitable even if I don’t have a specific problem?
Yes. Psychological support can be useful even without a defined difficulty, for example during times of change, transition, or when you feel the need for a listening and reflection space about yourself and your relationships.
How long does a psychological support program last?
The program duration varies based on the request, shared goals, and individual needs. After an initial assessment phase, the frequency and duration of sessions are agreed upon and can be reviewed over time. Every session last 50 min.
In what languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions can be conducted in both Italian and English, offering support to people living abroad or in multicultural contexts.