Zoriana Danylevych

Psychologist in Lisbon — Zoriana Danylevych

Zoriana Danylevych is a registered clinical psychologist in Lisbon, with Portuguese Psychologists Association registration OPP 025313. She sees children, teens, and adults. Her work includes psychological support for children and teens with ADHD and autism spectrum disorder, as well as anxiety, emotional regulation, self-esteem, relationships, adjustment to change, and age-related life transitions. Her 60-minute appointments are available in person at United Medical Clinic Lisbon and online in English.

Education and Qualifications

• degree in Psychology, Universidade de Administração Interna, Ukraine;
• qualification recognition in Portugal through the Direção-Geral do Ensino Superior, DGES;
• professional psychology training with the Portuguese Psychologists Association;
• Portuguese Psychologists Association registration — OPP 025313;
• training in Psychological First Aid;
• continuing education in psychological intervention with older adults, health literacy, and the psychologist's role in health care;
• training in professional supervision guidelines.

Clinical Experience and Professional Work

Zoriana has provided clinical psychological consultations in Portugal, including work at PinhalMed and Halonature, as well as psychological support in social and community settings. Her experience includes individual and group support, psychological assessment, and the development of individualized intervention plans.

Before practicing in Portugal, she worked as a psychologist for the Odessa Police and within Ukraine's Ministry of Internal Affairs. Her responsibilities included psychological assessment, individual and group support, stress prevention programs, emotional intelligence and conflict-management training, and the preparation of professional psychological reports.

Reasons to See a Psychologist

Children, teens, and adults may schedule an appointment when they are having difficulty managing emotions, relationships, change, or everyday demands. Common reasons to seek support include:

• anxiety, fears, or persistent worry;
• stress and emotional overload;
• difficulty identifying, expressing, or regulating emotions;
• frequent emotional outbursts or difficulty calming down;
• low mood, withdrawal, or loss of interest in usual activities;
• low self-esteem or lack of confidence;
• difficulty communicating with peers or adults;
• family conflict or strained parent-child relationships;
• adjustment to preschool, school, relocation, or other life changes;
• challenging adolescent transitions, frequent conflict, or difficulty communicating;
• psychological support for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, ADHD;
• psychological support for children and teens with autism spectrum disorder, ASD;
• difficulty with concentration, daily organization, or school adjustment in the context of ADHD;
• developing self-awareness, emotional skills, and personal coping strategies;
• anxiety, stress, low mood, or emotional exhaustion in adulthood;
• interpersonal, family, or work-related relationship difficulties;
• adjustment to relocation or changes in family life, work, or daily routines;
• age-related transitions, loneliness, or emotional difficulties in later life.

Therapeutic Approach

Zoriana's primary approach is cognitive behavioral therapy, CBT. Depending on the patient's age and needs, she also uses creative techniques such as drawing, painting, collage, emotion cards, and therapeutic games. These methods can help patients express difficult experiences safely, understand their emotions, and practice useful ways to respond to challenging situations.

Her work is individualized and takes the patient's age, life circumstances, communication style, and specific concerns into account. The goal is to support emotional regulation, self-understanding, confidence, and more effective ways of relating to other people.

Appointment Formats

Zoriana sees children, teens, and adults. Each appointment lasts 60 minutes. In-person appointments are available at UMC Lisbon in Saldanha, and online sessions are also offered. The most appropriate format depends on the patient's age, the reason for the visit, and their ability to engage meaningfully in an online session.

United Medical Clinic Lisbon is located at Av. Defensores de Chaves 73B, 1000-114 Lisbon, near the Saldanha transportation hub. The clinic is easy to reach from different parts of the city, and nearby parking is available for patients arriving by car.

Languages and Medical Coordinator Support

Zoriana provides appointments in English, Portuguese, Russian, and Ukrainian. UMC also offers free support from a medical coordinator who can interpret between English, Portuguese, Russian, and Ukrainian during the visit when needed.

Fees, Insurance, and Payment

The fee for a 60-minute appointment is €95. UMC works with international and Portuguese insurance companies and welcomes both insured and self-pay patients, with or without a Portuguese national health service user number. Coverage, direct billing, and reimbursement depend on the individual policy and should be confirmed before the appointment.

No family doctor referral is required to schedule a psychology appointment. Self-pay appointments are available.

How to Schedule an Appointment

Appointments with Zoriana Danylevych can be booked online through the UMC website, through WhatsApp or Telegram, in the website chat, or by calling the clinic's central phone number at +351 300 502 822. Appointments are available during the week according to the psychologist's schedule, and patients can select an available in-person or online time when booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What ages does Zoriana Danylevych work with?

Zoriana Danylevych sees children, teens, and adults.

2. Does the psychologist work with ADHD and autism spectrum disorder?

Yes. Zoriana provides psychological support for children and teens with ADHD and ASD, including support with emotional regulation, self-understanding, adjustment, and everyday challenges. A separate formal ADHD or autism diagnostic assessment should be confirmed when scheduling.

3. Can families seek help for challenging adolescent behavior?

Yes. Families may schedule an appointment for frequent conflict, emotional instability, low self-esteem, withdrawal, communication difficulties, or problems adjusting to change during adolescence.

4. Are online appointments available?

Yes. Online appointments and in-person visits at UMC Lisbon are available. For younger children or concerns that require direct interaction, the psychologist may recommend an in-person appointment.

5. What languages does Zoriana speak?

Appointments are available in English and Portuguese. UMC can also provide free medical coordinator interpretation support when needed.

6. Do I need a referral from a family doctor?

No. A family doctor referral is not required to schedule a psychology appointment at UMC Lisbon.

7. Does UMC accept my health insurance?

UMC works with international and Portuguese insurance companies. Coverage and reimbursement terms depend on your specific plan and should be confirmed before the appointment.

8. How much does an appointment cost, and how long does it last?

An appointment lasts 60 minutes and costs €95. Insurance payment, when covered by the plan, and self-payment are both available.