Psychiatry is a specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of mental, emotional or behavioural disorders.
The disorder or illness is characterized by the inability or difficulty in managing emotions due to changes in the way of thinking, which translate into changes in behaviour, in some cases negatively affecting the patient’s personal, professional and social life.
Areas of intervention General:
Areas of differentiated intervention in the field of Sleep and Wake Pathology:
Insomnia, circadian rhythm changes, parasomnias, among others.
We offer psychiatric consultations by video consultation, at your convenience, anytime, anywhere.
Intervention Areas
Addictions (alcohol and drugs) | Mental and Behavioral Changes Associated with Dementias | Panic Attacks | Burnout | Young Adult Consultation | Phobias and Fears | Grief and Loss | Bipolar Disorder | Gambling Disorder | Sleep Disorders (insomnia and hypersomnia) | Mood Disorders (anxiety, depression) | Personality Disorders (paranoid, schizoid, schizotypal, antisocial, boderline, histrionic, narcissistic) | Eating Disorders | Intellectual Development Disorders | Neuropsychiatric Disorders | Psychotic Disorders (psychosis, schizophrenia, psychotic breaks) | ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) | OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) | PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Areas of Expertise
Medical Psychiatry | Sleep Disorders | Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder | Eating Disorders | Schema-Focused Psychotherapy | Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) | CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
Curriculum Vitae
Dr. Boaventura R. Afonso is a medical doctor with an Integrated Master’s Degree in Medicine from the University of Coimbra, with specific training in Psychiatry. In addition to his medical training, he has a postgraduate degree in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapies and has also been trained in Schema-Focused Psychotherapy. She has also completed Level A of the Interpersonal Psychotherapy Course, broadening her skills in psychotherapeutic support.
Throughout her career, she has developed experience in hospital contexts, carrying out internships in leading institutions, both in Portugal, such as the Magalhães Lemos Hospital, the Santo António University Hospital, the São João University Hospital and the Pedro Hispano Hospital, and internationally, such as the IPUB Psychiatry Institute of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and the Sleep Medicine Center of the Vrapce Psychiatric Hospital in Zagreb. She also has experience in specific areas of psychiatry, with training in Sleep Disorders and Circadian Rhythm, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Eating Disorders.
In 2025, she began psychoanalytic therapy consultations with clinical supervision, reinforcing her commitment to a comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic approach. In addition to clinical practice, she is dedicated to psychotherapy, offering Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy consultations, always with a commitment to continuous scientific updating. Its focus is to provide personalized and excellent care, promoting the mental health and well-being of its patients.
Dr. Boaventura R. Afonso works in Portuguese and English, guaranteeing an accessible and quality service for all his patients.
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Psychiatry is the medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. It works to manage alterations in thinking, emotions and behavior that can have an impact on personal, professional and social life.
A psychiatrist monitors various conditions, including major depression, bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, generalized anxiety and dementias. These disorders can affect well-being and daily functioning, and proper medical monitoring is essential.
Psychiatry is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating mental disorders, which may include prescribing medication. Psychology, on the other hand, focuses on therapeutic intervention and emotional support, without the use of drugs.
You should make an appointment with a psychiatrist when you experience difficulty managing emotions, changes in mood, persistent anxiety, changes in behavior or a negative impact on your daily life. Early assessment allows for more effective diagnosis and treatment.
Yes, it is possible to have a psychiatric consultation via video consultation. At Medilav, you can access medical care comfortably, anywhere, guaranteeing specialized support without the need to travel.
