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About
My name is Carla Martoni, an immigrant psychologist born in Brazil, having lived in the USA, England, and Italy before settling in the Netherlands.
I operate an independent private practice in Amsterdam, which is not connected to the Dutch healthcare system. This means my services are privately paid, and our work together does not require a doctor’s referral or a formal diagnosis to start. I currently do not have a waitlist, and we can typically begin within 1 to 2 weeks.
While I have been personally shaped by geographical changes, I do not lead my practice from my own history. I believe that every person’s experience is unique; my role is to explore the uniqueness of your own journey with you to understand how to shape a therapeutic approach that fits your specific needs.
Background and approach
Psychologist since 2012, graduated from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie in Brazil, where I am also a licensed psychotherapist (CRP 06/171441).
My clinical approach is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, where I completed most of my training. In recent years, I have also specialised in CBT and contextual approaches, such as DBT and ACT, to expand my expertise and provide more comprehensive care. This allows us to collaboratively build a path tailored to your individual needs and therapeutic preferences.
Eating Disorders specialist studies and residence completed at UNIFESP (Sao Paulo, Brazil), offering you a safe space to look after your relationship with food and body image.
Postgraduate studies in Neuropsychology (University of Essex and PUC-PR).
Eating Disorders
Relationships & Loneliness
Anxiety & Depression
Diversity & Identity
Neurodiversity
Support
Cultural Transition
Professional experience
Individual Adult Therapy: My practice is dedicated to supporting adults navigating a wide range of personal and psychological challenges. While I frequently work with the areas highlighted in the boxes, my clinical focus adapts to the unique, broader context of your life.
Clinical & Academic Grounding: To provide the most effective support, I am deeply committed to continuous professional development, regularly engaging in advanced clinical training and academic postgraduate studies to expand my therapeutic toolkit.
Specialised Eating Disorder Care: Having supported individuals facing complex eating disorders within a hospital setting, I bring that specialised experience into my private practice to work with clients managing stable, non-acute presentations.