| Occupation | Clinical Psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD Clinical Psychology — University of the Philippines, Diliman |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, Disaster Psychology |
| Registration | Professional Regulation Commission (PRC #PSY-01234) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Maria Santos — PRC-registered clinical psychologist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Manila, Philippines. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, and disaster mental health. Dr. Santos has extensive experience providing psychological support in the aftermath of typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural disasters.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| PTSD & disaster trauma | EMDR, TF-CBT |
| Anxiety & panic | CBT, EMDR |
| Depression | CBT, EMDR |
| Grief & traumatic loss | EMDR, TF-CBT |
| OFW & family separation | EMDR, CBT |
| Domestic violence | EMDR, TF-CBT |
Dr. Santos's approach is warm, resilient, and deeply rooted in the Filipino value of kapwa — shared humanity. She understands that healing in the Philippines often happens in community, and she integrates this understanding into her EMDR work. Her experience in disaster response has given her a calm, steady presence that clients find deeply reassuring.
She offers in-person sessions in Quezon City and telehealth across the Philippines.