Discover Compassionate Mental Health Professionals Who Care

Lisbon offers psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and psychotherapists, including specialists in CBT, EMDR, couples therapy and child and adolescent mental health. You’ll find providers for individual, couples and family work, as well as niche areas like trauma, anxiety, depression and LGBTQ+ affirming care. Many offer bilingual or multilingual services.

Yes. Many Lisbon therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists work in English and often speak additional languages such as Spanish, French and German. If you’re an expat, ask about language fluency, cultural competence and experience with international clients to ensure sessions feel comfortable and effective.

Private therapy with a psychologist or counsellor typically ranges from €50–€100 per 50-minute session, with English-speaking specialists often around €60–€90. Psychiatrist consultations may be €100–€180 for an initial assessment and €80–€150 for follow-ups. Prices are set by providers, paid directly to them, and are not listed on Locallista.

Check a psychologist’s registration with the Ordem dos Psicólogos Portugueses (OPP) and a psychiatrist’s with the Ordem dos Médicos. Review independent feedback, ask about training and modalities (e.g., CBT, EMDR), language proficiency and supervision. Many professionals offer brief introductory calls to assess fit and approach.

Psychologists and psychotherapists provide talking therapies, while psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose and prescribe medication. Many expats start with a psychologist for assessment and therapy, then see a psychiatrist if medication or complex diagnostics are needed. Collaborative care across both is common.

Many private therapists provide invoices for reimbursement from international insurers, though direct billing is less common. Check your policy for outpatient mental health coverage, excess and pre-authorisation requirements. Ask the provider which insurers they’re familiar with and whether they can supply detailed receipts and diagnostic codes.

Yes. Many Lisbon-based professionals offer secure video or phone sessions, helpful for digital nomads and frequent travellers. Confirm practicalities like time zones, encrypted platforms and emergency procedures, and check any insurer rules or jurisdiction considerations if you’ll attend sessions from outside Portugal.

Your first session usually covers your history, goals, current concerns and preferences, including language and cultural factors. The therapist will explain confidentiality, their approach, session length, fees and scheduling. You’ll agree a plan for frequency and next steps, and decide if the fit feels right.

Therapy is confidential and protected by professional ethics and GDPR. Therapists may disclose information only in specific situations, such as imminent risk of harm or legal requirements. Ask how notes are stored, whether online tools are encrypted and how your privacy is safeguarded during remote sessions.

In the private sector, many expats secure an appointment within 3–10 days, though English-speaking or highly specialised providers can book up faster. Evening and lunchtime slots are common, with some offering weekend times. Join cancellation lists to find earlier openings.