Therapist Spotlight: Meet Emanuela

Where did you grow up?

I was born in Cape Verde where a spend my childhood and when I was 13 I move to Portugal where I spend most my teenage years.

 

What brought you to London?

I came to London to study

 

Tell us about your family?

My family is my everything. I have a big family. Lots of aunties/uncles and cousins. We are most womens. The women is my family are very strong and independent. They very supportive, they always there if you need anything, they are honest when they need to be

 

How do you relax on a day off?

Meditation

Yoga

Read

Watch Netflix

 

What 3 words best describe you?

Honest

Humble

Positive attitude

 

Do you have any hidden talents?

I am a great cook.

 

What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given?

You are capable of doing  anything you put your mind to.

 

Who’s your hero/inspiration in life?

My mom. She was such a strong woman. Hard worker. She always had a very positive attitude. Very good with people. Very determined. She was a fighter

 

Where is your favourite place in the world?

My home town Cape Verde

 

If you won the lottery, what would you do with the money?

Buy my dream house

Help my family/ friends and others

Travel around the world