Former CPSB

Our mission is to bring Psychotherapy to everyone!

THE Mentara is a reference in the promotion of integral health and Biointegrative Somatic Psychotherapy, with a deep commitment to transforming lives and expanding the horizons of human well-being.

It combines educational excellence and clinical practice to offer innovative and scientifically based approaches.

Psychotherapists

trained by Mentara 

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Psychotherapists in training process

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Consultations

in therapeutic monitoring per month

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History

For over 18 years
take care of yourself!

Since 2006, the Mentara trains highly qualified professionals in Somatic Psychotherapy, preparing them for effective action that integrates body, mind and emotion.

The dream and vision of Esther Frankel is born, bringing the teachings of Biosynthesis to Portugal.

The Biosynthesis Congress is held at the Classical University. Dr. Maria del Mar develops actions to structure a school of Somatic Psychotherapy in Biosynthesis. Foundation of the CPSB as a Training Center in Portugal – Lisbon

Dr. Maria del Mar holds open workshops, starting the construction of the school. Opening of the 1st CPSB Training Center in Spain – San Sebastian

Opening of the Social Clinic in Lisbon, Portugal

Opening of the 2nd CPSB Training Center in Spain – Barcelona.

CPSB becomes the first psychotherapy school recognized by the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP) accredited as EAPTI, European Accredited Psychotherapy Training Institute.

Launch of the Psychosomatic and Couples Therapy Specializations, specializations for the dissemination, expansion and research of the area of Somatic Psychotherapy.

Opening of the 1st CPSB Psychotherapy Training Center accredited by DGERT

Opening of the 2nd social clinic in Porto.

Rebranding of the CPSB brand to Mentara. Opening of the 3rd Training Center in Spain – Seville.

Mission, vision and values

Values that transform lives

We promote comprehensive health by combining science and holistic approaches, with the mission of transforming lives and the vision of being a global reference in human care.

Mission

Transforming lives through the integration of body, mind and emotion, promoting self-knowledge and personal fulfillment.

Vision

To be a global reference in comprehensive health, combining science and holistic approaches to transform human care.

Values

Respect, ethics and connection, aligning thought, emotion and action to awaken human potential.

Our team

Together in
transformation!

Meet the Mentara team, made up of professionals dedicated to the comprehensive care of human beings, promoting health and well-being through innovative and integrated approaches.

Maria Del Mar

Founder

Pioneer and visionary in the area of comprehensive human health. Clinical Psychologist, Somatic Psychotherapist, Marital Psychotherapist, Naturopath, Homeopath, Director of CPSB in Portugal and Spain. Her vision and leadership have impacted the lifestyle and happiness of thousands of people, with transformative repercussions for future generations.

Louis Ferreira

CEO

Mylena Caroso

Private Clinical Management

Ana Rita Carmo

Clinical Direction 

With over 20 years of experience, she is a Clinical Psychologist recognized by the OPP (Ordem dos Psicólogos Portugueses) as a Specialist in Clinical and Health Psychology. Recognized by the OPP (Ordem dos Psicólogos Portugueses) as a Specialist in Psychotherapy. Member of the EAP, European Association for Psychotherapy.

Has experience in individual and couples psychotherapy,
helping them deal with emotional, relational and behavioral challenges. He is also a hypnotherapist. 

Claudia Toro

Clinical Director of Porto

Sandra Moreira

Finance Department 

Raquel Barros

Training Department – Development and Recruitment

 

Sara Guerra-Dias

Student Experience

 

Maria Bartholomew

Training Department

 

 

Tiago Carvalho

Legal Department

 

 

Andréina Martins

Clinic secretary

 

We also have

30

teachers

10

international teachers

+ 50

Psychotherapists

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