Cynthia Adobea-Aidoo

Do you find yourself performing at a high level externally, while feeling disconnected or isolated on the inside?

I am an MBACP Accredited Counsellor specializing in identity, occupational exhaustion, and intercultural stress for professionals, creatives and expats. Alongside, I provide specialised mental health support within the Film, TV, and Theatre industry via the wellbeing agency Solas Mind. Based in Lisbon, I operate a global online practice serving clients worldwide.

My work focuses on the intersection of high-pressure environments, culture, and belonging. Navigating demanding industries or international relocation can bring distinct psychological pressures. When these are combined with structural racism, cultural expectations, or the experience of "living between worlds," it can be easy to lose your grounding. My practice is rooted in anti-oppressive and intercultural principles. This means in our sessions we will recognise, and most importantly welcome, the fullness of your indentity and experiences.

I offer both ongoing weekly therapy and focused, short-term therapeutic blocks (6–12 sessions) tailored to your immediate needs. This may be professional exhaustion, relocation, or intense performance anxiety. I offer a confidential collaborative space to look at these experiences safely to help you find a more authentic way forward.

I offer a free 20-minute online consultation.

This is not a therapy session, but a chance for us to see if we are a good fit. You do not need to prepare anything in advance and there is no obligation to continue after this conversation.

If you would like to arrange a consultation, please get in touch using the contact form. I respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.