About Dr. Marina Porto

I am a psychologist with a Master's degree in Developmental Psychology and Education and a PhD focused on creativity.

Over the past seven years, I have authored academic papers on creativity, multiculturalism, inclusive education, gifted students, and gender issues.

I offer therapy and individualized training for children and adolescents, as well as counseling services and workshops for parents and school staff.

My approach emphasizes promoting human development by reinforcing individual strengths, with strategies consistently grounded in the latest research.

I provide services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Experiences of Families

The reflections shared below were authorized by families who wished to describe their experience

“We had a very positive experience with Marina with regards to our child’s recent assessment and therapy sessions, as well as parent support and school support. From the start, Marina was thorough and professional, she went the extra mile for our family and was proactive and comprehensive in her approach to dealing with our son's behaviour challenges. What truly stood out was Marina's collaboration with the school; she provided a clear, actionable plan that helped teachers implement necessary classroom accommodations. As parents, we felt incredibly supported throughout. The therapy sessions have been a highlight; our child very much looked forward to them, and there has been an improvement in his behaviour at school and he seems more comfortable in himself overall. We highly recommend Marina to any family navigating similar challenges.” (Tanzanian-Irish family with a 6-year-old son)
“Marina supported our child talk more openly about feelings and handle transitions with less distress. We also learned practical ways to respond at home, which made daily routines smoother. Over the therapy process, we have seen more independence and steadier mood.” (American–Peruvian family with a 7-year-old-son)

Services

Family counseling

Provides families with the knowledge and skills to support their children and adolescents’ development, particularly in neurodiversity, giftedness, and multicultural adaptation.

Individual therapy sessions

One-on-one sessions focus on supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of children and adolescents, with an emphasis on school-related challenges.

Workshops for schools

Designed to educate school staff on topics such as inclusive education, neurodiversity, creativity, and multiculturalism. The sessions provide participants with tools and strategies to create supportive learning environments and address the diverse needs of students.