A Journey of Growth, Imperfection, and Discovery

Hello, I'm Tania—a sensitive and beautifully flawed soul, forever on a journey of self-discovery and peeling back the layers of what makes me, me. My path to becoming a perinatal coach and counsellor wasn't linear, but perhaps that's exactly what makes me uniquely equipped to support you through your own complex journey.

My Story: From Uncertain Mother to Empowered Guide

I became a mother when I wasn't entirely sure who I was or who I wanted to become. But from the first moment I held my twins in my arms, I knew with absolute certainty that I wanted to become the best version of myself—for them, and ultimately, for me.

Eight years later, I welcomed another daughter into our world. Still beautifully flawed, but now more willing to embrace imperfection as part of the human experience. When we discovered we were having another girl, my husband balanced our household dynamics by bringing home a male Labrador—because even our cat is female! Our home is full, chaotic, and wonderfully alive, and I wouldn't trade our beautiful mess for anything.

A Global Perspective on Perinatal Support

As a Portuguese family, we've spent most of our lives traveling and living across different countries. The last five years in The Netherlands proved transformative—it's where I trained and worked as a doula, coach, and counsellor, deepening my understanding of how cultural contexts and neurological differences shape our perinatal experiences.

Through this journey, I've learned to embrace neurodiversity as a natural variation of human experience. My own sensitivity and the way I process the world differently has become a strength in my work, allowing me to recognize and celebrate the unique ways each person navigates their perinatal journey.

Our recent move to Málaga represents more than geography; it's a return toward our roots and an alignment with what nourishes my soul. I've discovered I excel when surrounded by nature and water. You'll often find me gazing at the sea, allowing its rhythm to soothe my spirit and recharge my energy—something I bring into every therapeutic and coaching session I offer.

My Philosophy: Embracing the Full Spectrum

I believe life—like birth and parenthood—is never simply black and white. In the multitude of shades, colors, and contradictions, we discover our authentic selves, complete with our light and shadow aspects. This perspective deeply informs my approach to perinatal coaching and counselling.

I find profound meaning in the intersection where science meets spirituality, where evidence-based practices blend with intuitive wisdom, and where therapeutic healing combines with empowering growth. This neuro-affirming, integrated approach allows me to support you holistically through your perinatal journey, honoring both your neurological uniqueness and your individual needs.

Finding My Calling in the Birthing Space

From the moment I first stepped into a birthing space, I experienced something I'd rarely felt before: a profound sense of belonging and comfort. That sacred space where life emerges, where transformation happens, where vulnerability meets strength—it felt like coming home.

It's my deepest hope that this feeling of safety, belonging, and empowerment is exactly what I'm able to create for every person I support, regardless of where they are in their perinatal journey.

My Neuro-Affirming, Integrated Approach: Coaching Meets Counselling

Through my specialized training in The Netherlands, I've developed a unique practice that seamlessly blends:

Perinatal Counselling: Providing therapeutic support for processing trauma, grief, anxiety, and complex emotions surrounding pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.

Empowerment Coaching: Helping you identify your goals, overcome limiting beliefs, and create the perinatal experience that aligns with your values and desires.

Neuro-Affirming Care: Celebrating neurological differences as natural variations, not deficits. Understanding how sensory processing, communication styles, and cognitive patterns affect your perinatal experience.

Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding how past experiences shape your present journey and providing safe, sensitive support for healing and growth.

Cultural Sensitivity: Drawing from my international experience to support families navigating different healthcare systems and cultural expectations.

Supporting You Through Every Chapter

Whether you're:

• Processing previous birth trauma or perinatal loss

• Navigating fertility challenges or pregnancy after loss

• Preparing for birth with anxiety or fear

• Adjusting to the realities of early parenthood

• Strengthening your relationship during this transformative time

• Seeking support as a neurodivergent parent or partner

• Needing accommodations for sensory differences during pregnancy and birth

• Looking for validation of your unique way of processing emotions and experiences

I'm here to walk alongside you, honoring your unique story while helping you write the next chapter with intention, healing, and hope.

Your Journey, Your Pace, Your Growth

My own journey through motherhood—with all its imperfections, discoveries, and transformations—has taught me that there's no single "right" way to navigate the perinatal experience. This is especially true for neurodivergent parents whose brains work beautifully differently. What matters is finding your authentic path and receiving neuro-affirming support that celebrates your unique strengths while addressing your specific needs.

I believe in the power of both therapeutic healing and forward-focused growth. Sometimes we need to process and heal from our past; sometimes we need coaching to envision and create our future. Most often, we need both—delivered in a way that honors how your brain processes information and experiences the world.

Ready to begin your journey of healing and empowerment with neuro-affirming support? Let's explore how perinatal coaching and counselling can honor your unique neurological makeup while supporting you through this transformative time.

Supporting all families through pregnancy, birth, and beyond with integrated, neuro-affirming coaching and counselling approaches in Málaga, Spain, and online worldwide.