Dr. Francisca Santana

I am a physician currently training in psychiatry and psychotherapy, with an approach centred on listening, understanding, and respecting each person’s individual journey. I obtained my degree from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Minho, in Portugal, and worked as a general practitioner at Hospital São José in Lisbon before beginning my postgraduate training at Hospital Egas Moniz. Throughout my career, I have developed a particular interest in women’s and children’s mental health, as well as in the connection between body and mind, especially the gut-brain axis and the impact of lifestyle habits on psychological balance. I also created MomMirror, an application dedicated to maternal mental health, to help women better understand themselves and recognise when to seek help. In my practice, I aim to offer a simple, caring, and non-judgmental space where each person can be supported with attention and humanity.

Clinical fields:

• General psychiatry and Psychotherapy (in training)

• Anxiety disorders

• Mood disorders (depression, )

• Women’s mental health

• Perinatal and maternal mental health

• Prevention and promotion of mental health

• Integrative approach to well-being

My way of working:

• Creating a safe and caring space, with active listening and without judgment

• Working in collaboration with other healthcare professionals (doctors, psychologists, nutritionists…) for comprehensive and coherent care

• Integration of biological, psychological, and social dimensions

Public: adults

Consultations available in the following languages: French, Portuguese, and English