Dr Dora Bernardes

Dr Bernardes is a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience of working supporting children, adolescents and families within the NHS. Dr Bernardes is currently a Senior Lecturer at the University of Exeter in Psychology and she also provides clinical consultations to children and families. 

Dr Bernardes is also experienced in working collaboratively with parents when thinking about supporting children and adolescents who are struggling with their emotional well-being and behaviour in a way that the whole family is included. For example, considering parenting strategies which can have a positive impact. Dr Bernardes is able to support children and young people who are experiencing life challenges which are affecting their ability to be themselves and/ or develop and reach their potential.

Dr Bernardes draws on a variety of psychological approaches to inform her work. She trained in Family Therapy (Foundational), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP, Level 1), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT Postgraduate certificate).

Importantly, Dr Bernardes draws on both her clinical experience and families’ preferences when setting a clinical plan and works in a professional, yet friendly, buttering and creative way with children, young people and parents.

Dr Bernardes is registered with AXA Health and BUPA health insurances.