"Supporting mothers and families through the emotional journey of fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum with compassion, innovation, and results-driven care."

Perinatal Mental Health

Clinical Services, Training & Research

  • Birth Trauma - EMDR

    An immersive online program centered around Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), specifically tailored for addressing single-incident traumas occurring during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

  • Preparation Classes

    Offering tailored preparation classes for couples and mothers, I focus on mental health, emotional readiness, and psychoeducation to help navigate the psychological challenges of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum with confidence and resilience. Think of this as a “top-up” to your childbirth preparation classes.

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Dr. Silvia: A Background in Perinatal and Trauma Care

Hi, I’m Dr. Silvia Wetherell. Recently I’ve returned home to my native Portugal with my British husband, who is also a psychotherapist, and our two children, a boy and a girl.  I spent nearly two decades abroad in the UK and Singapore, building a career in maternal mental health as a registered counselor and psychotherapist. I’m happy to be back to Lisbon, reconnecting with my roots, while maintaining strong personal and professional ties in Asia. My international experience equips me with the ability to provide telehealth services to clients worldwide.

I spent a long time studying in my field because I feel so passionate about it. I earned a PhD in Clinical Applied Psychophysiology from Saybrook University in California and was the first mental health professional outside of North America to earn a Certification in Perinatal Mental Health from Postpartum Support International, where I also serve as a Coordinator.

Because of my passion for maternal mental health, I founded Mindful Mums, a free support group with the mission of empowering families through accessible mental health care and peer-to-peer mentorship focused on prenatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. In addition, I’m passionate about providing the same level of psychological support to the husbands and partners, helping couples transition into parenthood and guiding the whole family to a healthy emotional start.

Will this be effective online?

Yes! I tailor the approach to each individual and combine talk therapy, EMDR, psychophysiology and am guided by my experience of over 15 years working with parents from all cultures for a comprehensive and compassionate approach that gets results.

Online sessions provide accessibility to clients globally, enabling mothers, fathers, and families to seek support regardless of location. Using innovative mental health strategies tailored to individual needs, I find it deeply fulfilling to empower clients with resilience and grace, in the face of some of parenthood’s most daunting challenges.

A Little More About Me

Testimonials

  • Anxious mum-to-be

    "Silvia helped me navigate the overwhelming transition into parenthood with compassion, warmth, and practical guidance. Her science-based approach, delivered in such a relatable and friendly way, empowered me to build confidence, improve communication with my husband, and embrace my new role as a mother. By the time my baby arrived, I felt truly transformed. I am deeply grateful for her support and wholeheartedly recommend Silvia and Alliance Counselling to anyone seeking emotional support."

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Ready to Begin? Reach out Today.

If you or someone you know is struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma related to fertility, birth, early parenthood, or family relationships, support is available.

Schedule an online consultation today or fill out the anonymous questionnaire to assess your symptoms. Your journey to relief, resilience, and support starts here.

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