Badajoz, as one of the largest cities in Extremadura and an urban nucleus of 150,000 inhabitants, has a wide range of services. In this article we will focus on the field of mental health, by looking at a selection of the best psychologists in Badajoz .

The best psychologists offering therapy in Badajoz

We reviewed some of the most recommended psychologists of this city in Extremadura.

1. Maria Maqueda

María Maqueda is the psychologist at the helm of the psychology office Abriendo Zírculos , located in Enrique Sánchez de León street number 20, Badajoz.

This professional is dedicated to individual, couple and family therapy, and attends to patients of all ages: children, adolescents and adults . She works on the basis of cognitive-behavioral therapy, whose tools are focused on making the actions and thoughts of the patients better adapted to the circumstances to facilitate psychological well-being and the possibility of facing challenges from a constructive mentality.

On the other hand, María Maqueda also works in judicial expert’s reports in the forensic field, and offers mediation services.

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2. Pura Sánchez Cano

In the practice of Pura Sánchez Cano, located in Zurbaran street , it is possible to count on the help of a professional who has been helping people to improve their psychological well-being for 20 years.

This specialist in psychotherapy has a degree in Psychology from the UNED and has several postgraduate qualifications, including a Master’s degree in Systemic Family Therapy (Psychosolutions), a Master’s degree in Clinical Hypnosis (ILP Institute) and a Master’s degree in Mindfulness MBSR (Mindfulness Institute).

Thus, this professional can help people with problems such as family or couple conflicts, excessive stress, poor regulation of emotions, emotional crises due to divorce, etc.

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3. Gemma Echevarría Correa

Among the most outstanding mental health professionals in Badajoz we find Gemma Echevarría .

After graduating in Psychology from the National University of Distance Learning in 1998, this psychologist studied four masters, one in Drug Dependency, one in Clinical and Health Psychology, one in Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology and one in Clinical, Legal and Forensic Psychology.

Among the mental disorders that Gemma Echevarría treats are anorexia, anxiety disorders such as social phobia , and depression.

4. Antonia María Ramírez Cruceras

Antonia María Ramírez graduated in Psychology in 2004 from the University of Jaén, has a master’s degree in Behaviour Therapy from the National University of Distance Education (UNED) and is a specialist in General Health Psychology.

She is trilingual, being able to attend in English, Spanish and Portuguese , and is also an expert in forensic psychology and psychotherapy for adults in times of stress and grief, among other crises.

5. Marta Mero

In Santo Domingo Street in Badajoz we find another professional of the psychotherapy recommended: Marta Mero .

Marta graduated in Psychology from the University of Salamanca in 2008 and has a Master’s degree in Narrative Therapy and Community Work.

Due to this training Marta Mero is an expert in treating cases of anxiety and aggression disorders and helping couples in times of crisis , as well as offering psychotherapy for groups and families.

6. Ana Parra Álvarez

If we are looking for quality psychotherapy in Badajoz among our options should also be found Ana Parra .

After graduating in Psychology from the University of Salamanca and studying a Master’s degree in Sexology, this professional specialized in Sexual Orientation and Sex Therapy . Thanks to this very specific training Ana Parra is now an expert in treating couples in moments of crisis or people with sexual dysfunctions.

7. Francisco Serrano Rangel

In Luis Álvarez Lencero Street we find the office of Francisco Serrano .

He graduated in Psychology from the University of Salamanca in 1997 and has been a family therapist since 2004.

Thanks to his training and experience, Francisco Serrano is an expert in offering quality psychotherapy to couples and families , as well as being able to treat cases of chronic depression, anxiety disorders and problems with managing emotions.

8. Nuria Nieto Giraldo

In Manuel García Matos street we can find another of the most recommended psychologists of Badajoz, Nuria Nieto .

She graduated in Psychology from the University of Salamanca in 1996 and specializes in integrative psychotherapy and strategic short therapy .

He has experience especially in cases of bereavement and anxiety disorders. It should be added that his therapy follows the cognitive-behavioral stream.

9. María Coronada Gil Aranguren

With more than 15 years of experience, María Coronada Gil is another of the best psychologists in Badajoz.

He graduated in 1997 in Psychology from the Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca and has two masters, one in Clinical and Health Psychology and the other in Human Resources Management.

Among the mental disorders Maria Coronada treats are agoraphobia and stress problems, relationship problems in couples, and depression.

10. Javier Alarcón Domingo

After graduating in Clinical Psychology in 1991, this mental health professional has specialized in treating mental disorders such as panic attacks, psychosomatic disorders and sexual dysfunctions .

Javier Alarcón bases his therapy on the cognitive-behavioral branch and has a pragmatic and collaborative character with the patient in order to optimize the functioning of each session.