Dr. Raquel Simões de Almeida holds an undergraduate degree in Occupational Therapy, a Master’s degree in Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Mental Health, and a PhD in Psychology, specializing in Human Relations, Health, and Well-being. She has also completed postgraduate studies in Pedagogical Innovation and Education, as well as in Digital Health. In addition, she has advanced training in Coaching for the development of personal and professional skills and training in Mindfulness applied to health contexts. Currently, she is a Professor at ESS, Polytechnic of Porto, where she coordinates the Bachelor’s program in Digital Health. She is also a researcher at the Center for Rehabilitation Research (Psychosocial Rehabilitation Lab). Her research interests include digital therapies and technologies transforming healthcare, virtual reality, and mental health and well-being.
Dr. Raquel Simões de Almeida
August 2026

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