Dr. Lucia Tecuta, PhD, PsyD - Psychotherapy in English (Bologna)

I’m a bilingual Italian-American psychotherapist and clinical psychologist based in Bologna, Italy, offering evidence-based therapy in English and Italian to adults around the world. With over 15 years of experience in both the U.S. and Italy, I support individuals navigating emotional challenges and life transitions.

My areas of specialization include:

• Recurrent negative thinking patterns
• Emotional difficulties
• Anxiety and/or depression
• Grief and loss
• Anger issues
• Traumatic experiences
• Self-esteem, identity, and personal growth
• Cultural adjustment and the expat experience
•Chronic illness
•Women’s issues

I integrate cognitive-behavioral therapies, third-wave cognitive techniques based on acceptance and compassion, psychotraumatology, and eco- and climate-conscious approaches to help clients break long-standing patterns and foster resilience, clarity, and well-being. I also run workshops on our emotional connection to nature, climate change and mental health, and adjustment to life abroad.

In addition to my clinical work, I taught and conducted research at the University of Bologna, where my focus included negative thinking patterns, emotional well-being, and the mental health impacts of the ecological crisis. Thus, my practice draws on years of experience in research which has trained me to remain up to date on the latest findings on efficacy and clinical utility.