PSYCHOLOGY & PERFORMANCE
Under the scientific direction of Ana Bispo Ramires, GAPP (Psychology and Performance Practice Group) is a consultancy specialising in the intersection between Psychology and Performance. Its mission is to provide innovative and personalised solutions to individuals, teams and organisations seeking to enhance their performance, efficiency and well-being.
As a result of its continued growth and development, the leadership structure has been strengthened: Sofia Raposo currently serves as Co-Coordinator of the Corporate area, while Maria Lúcio leads the co-coordination of the Clinical/Sports area. Alongside Ana Barreto, they also share responsibility for mentoring trainees. The Trauma area remains under the coordination of Assunção Neto, a nationally recognised expert in this highly critical area of specialisation.
Our team is made up of specialists in Psychology and Performance, all registered members of the Portuguese Psychologists’ Association, who have been working with individuals and teams across a wide range of contexts for more than 25 years, ensuring high standards of ethics, scientific rigour and professional competence.
Given the multidimensional nature of human beings and the contexts in which they operate, as well as the challenges faced by society today, our work is further supported by a network of specialists dedicated to optimising physical abilities, thus ensuring a multidisciplinary and systemic approach.
ana bispo ramires
With a degree in Psychology from ISPA, specialising in Clinical Psychology, Ana obtained a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology from the University of Minho. She holds Specialisations in Clinical and Health Psychology and Work and Organisational Psychology, as well as an Advanced Specialisation in Sport Psychology from the Portuguese Psychologists’ Association (professional registration no. 8488).
She founded GAPP and is responsible for its scientific direction and intervention.
Sofia Raposo
Sofia holds a degree in Psychology from ISPA and specialised in Education at the University of Seville. She is a registered member of the Portuguese Psychologists’ Association.
She is certified in Personal and Professional Coaching by INCTA, the Institute of Behavioural and Management Sciences.
Maria Lúcio
Maria holds a degree in Clinical and Health Psychology and postgraduate qualifications in Neuropsychological Assessment and Rehabilitation, Psychological Counselling & Psychotherapy, and Planning, Assessment and Performance in Trail Running.
She is a registered member of the Portuguese Psychologists’ Association (professional registration no. 15821).
Assunção Neto
Assunção is a Clinical Psychologist, with a degree from ISPA, and an EMDR Psychotherapist – Practitioner, accredited by EMDR Portugal and EMDR Europe. She is also a Brainspotting Phase 3 Therapist and is undertaking Level 2 training in EMDR for Children and Adolescents.
She coordinates the Clinical area at GAPP.
Ana Barreto
Ana holds a degree in Psychology from the Instituto Superior de Psicologia Aplicada, specialising in Social and Organisational Psychology, as well as a postgraduate qualification in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the same institution.
She is certified in Psychology for High Performance Sports by the Universitas FC Barcelona Innovation Hub and is a registered member of the Portuguese Psychologists’ Association (registration no. 23910).
SPORT PSYCHOLOGY
The intervention provided through Sport Psychology aims to support the holistic development of individuals within the context of their sporting discipline, with a particular focus on optimising mental health and performance in both training and competition environments.
PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY
The intervention provided through Performance Psychology aims to support the holistic development of individuals operating in high-demand environments and fields, including the arts, medicine, the military and business.
The work places particular emphasis on optimising mental health and the psychological and emotional factors associated with excellence in performance.
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Motivational talks based on extensive know-how and case studies gathered over almost two decades of experience.
CORPORATE
With the aim of developing partnership projects and sustainable growth alongside our clients…
Arts
Most artists — including actors, dancers and musicians — undergo specialised training…
VIDA
Awareness & Regulation: The purpose of intervention in this area is to promote a process of…
Rui Patrício
«Comecei a trabalhar com a Ana no final de 2011 e foi sem duvida uma ajuda, uma grande aprendizagem a nível pessoal e profissional (apesar de, inicialmente, achar que iria ser abordada apenas a parte profissional). Na realidade, qualquer evento da minha vida pessoal e profissional era aproveitado para aumentar ainda mais o meu auto-conhecimento: Porque… Ler mais “Rui Patrício”
Sandra Alvarez
«Trabalhar com a Ana Ramires e ter a certeza que não se sai de uma conversa sem levar algo de novo, que nos faz pensar, refletir e que impacta a nossa vida, no futuro e no dia a dia. É uma lufada de ar fresco, de reflexão e de alerta para o que realmente importa: a… Ler mais “Sandra Alvarez”
FERNANDO VASCO COSTA
«Comecei a trabalhar com a Ana, numa encruzilhada da minha vida profissional, quando parece que nada funciona ou que nada faz sentido. A Ana ajudou-me primeiro a conhecer-me melhor, a saber quais são os meus pontos fortes (e fracos também) e, principalmente a definir o que quero fazer e como. Ajudou-me também a saber relacionar-me melhor… Ler mais “FERNANDO VASCO COSTA”
PEDRO GRAÇA
«Trabalhar com a Ana foi uma interessante jornada de auto-conhecimento. A forma simples, mas muito acutilante com que ela nos confronta com as nossas próprias contradições e nos desafia a colocar em causa ideias feitas e a questionar formas de agir movidas pela “força do hábito” ajudou-me a evoluir para novos patamares de performance quer na… Ler mais “PEDRO GRAÇA”
FÁTIMA LOPES
«Falar do trabalho que faço há 5 anos com a Dra. Ana Ramires, não é uma tarefa fácil. Vim convencida que ia apenas, como se já fosse pouco, consolidar o meu trabalho de autoconhecimento e de desenvolvimento pessoal e acabei a viver uma verdadeira revolução em mim e consequentemente na minha vida. O que eu acho… Ler mais “FÁTIMA LOPES”
INÊS FRANCO
«Foi de uma forma natural que a Dra. Ana me foi despertando para o meu lado de líder, de gestora de uma empresa com responsabilidades perante o público. Ajuda imenso ter alguém que nos ‘desmembre’ os problemas e os torne em desafios/soluções. E que estes também nos façam crescer no futuro tanto a nível pessoal como… Ler mais “INÊS FRANCO”
PEDRO MARQUES
«Uma experiência que se traduz numa percepção aumentada, associada a várias rotinas e a maior capacidade de as controlar, antecipar cenários, melhorar a preparação e o desempenho nestas. O descobrir e traçar de forma clara uma nova fase profissional e pessoal. A oportunidade de partilhar e discutir sentimentos e objectivos com alguém experiente e profissional na… Ler mais “PEDRO MARQUES”
REGINA BRANDÃO
«Trabalhar com a Ana foi um privilégio, a generosidade de sua alma e a firmeza de suas convicções foram essenciais para nossa parceria no selecionado português. Ana tem moderação, timing e tato no trabalho com as pessoas, representa uma psicologia inovadora que busca no ser humano qualidades e potenciais.»
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