English-speaking psychologist in Fuengirola
"When I accept myself just as I am,
then I can change."
I'm Cristina Bueno Reyes. I'll walk alongside you with an integrative, evidence-based approach centred on what you need.
Online and in-person sessions · English & Español
About me
Cristina Bueno Reyes
Every person needs a unique approach. That's why I combine tools and knowledge from different schools of psychology to adapt each session to you. We start with an initial assessment, address the most urgent symptoms with clear guidance, and then work in depth on what lies at the root of whatever is causing you distress today, bringing together thoughts, emotions, actions and the body.
For me, it is essential to create a safe space of active listening, free from judgement, where you can feel comfortable and move towards your goals at your own pace.
I started out as a volunteer at the Te Necesitas Association, where I learnt that behind every symptom there is a story that deserves to be heard without judgement. Since then, I have worked in private practices in Torremolinos and I currently work at Centro Salud Zen in Fuengirola, where I see adults looking for a safe space to understand what is happening to them.
I support people going through anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, relationship difficulties, trouble making decisions, sleep problems, traumatic experiences or difficulties with food and eating. I also work with people who want to get to know themselves better, learn to manage their emotions or improve their overall wellbeing.
Academic background
- • Bachelor's Degree in Psychology – University of Málaga
- • Master's Degree in General Health Psychology – UCLM
- • Higher Technician in Dietetics
Specialist training
- • Foundation and advanced courses in Gestalt Therapy (Lamar)
- • Specialist in Integrative Psychotherapy, Trauma and Attachment – IEPI
- • Internal Family Systems (IFS) intervention
- • Eating disorders
- • Detection of and intervention in sexual violence
Experience
- • Centro Salud Zen, Fuengirola (current)
- • Brilo Psicólogos, Benalmádena (current)
- • Gabinete RCH, Torremolinos
- • Te Necesitas Association (volunteer)
Specialities
How can I help you?
Everyone arrives with a different story. These are some of the areas in which I have specific experience and training.
Psychological trauma
Experiences that left a deep emotional mark and shape the way you relate to yourself and to the people you love most today.
Anxiety and panic attacks
That constant sense of alert, the rumination, the worry that never stops. Together we learn what it is protecting you from and what it needs to ease its intensity.
Grief, break-ups and loss
Losing someone or something meaningful needs a space where you can feel without rushing. I will accompany you through that process without forcing any stages.
Relationship difficulties
Obstacles when trying to connect with others that stop us from building healthy, nurturing bonds. We explore the relationship patterns you have developed and look at other ways of relating.
Self-demand and limiting beliefs
The feeling of never being enough, finding it hard to set boundaries, the perfectionism that wears you out. We explore where these patterns come from so you can heal in depth.
Depressive symptoms
When everything seems to take an enormous effort and enjoyment slips away. Together we look for what you need so that life can feel lighter and more enjoyable.
My approach
How I work
My way of working combines different therapeutic approaches, always adapting to what each person needs. There is no single way to heal.
Gestalt Therapy
Gestalt Therapy focuses on what is happening here and now. Through awareness of the present moment, the body and our emotions, we learn to integrate the parts of ourselves we have become disconnected from. It is not about analysing the past from a distance, but about feeling it, understanding it and allowing it to transform.
Cognitive behavioural therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a psychological approach that works on the relationship between thoughts, emotions and behaviour. It is based on the idea that the way we interpret situations influences how we feel and act. It helps to identify and change the thoughts and habits that cause distress. It is a practical, goal-oriented therapy with tools you can apply in everyday life.
Integrative Psychotherapy
I integrate different therapeutic approaches depending on what each person needs at each moment. In other words, my training includes different ways of understanding mental health and therapy. This allows for more flexible, deeper and more personalised work that respects your pace and your story. Although I am not limited to these two models, the ones I work with most are the Gestalt approach and cognitive behavioural therapy.
Trauma and Attachment Work
Many of the difficulties we face in adult life have their origin in early experiences and in how we learnt to form bonds. Understanding these patterns is not about finding someone to blame: it is about understanding so that we can choose healthier ways of relating.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
The IFS model understands that different parts live inside us: the protector, the inner critic, the vulnerable part. None of them is the enemy. Therapy consists of listening to them, understanding their role and finding a kinder inner balance.
Services and fees
Find the format that suits you
All sessions last 50-60 minutes, whether it is your first session or a follow-up session.
Getting to know each other
First Session
50 €
A first meeting, in person or online, to assess your situation and how I can support you.
A first session designed for us to get to know each other, understand what you need and explore the therapeutic approach that best suits you, either online or in person.
Book your first sessionOnline Session
Adults who prefer sessions from home or who live outside Fuengirola.
Video call sessions with the same quality and depth as an in-person session. All you need is a stable connection and a comfortable space.
Book an appointmentIn-person Session
Adults looking for a safe physical space in Fuengirola.
Sessions at the practice, in a caring and confidential setting. For those who value direct, face-to-face contact.
Book an appointmentTherapy in English
English-speaking adults on the Costa del Sol or abroad.
Therapy sessions in English, in person. If you feel more comfortable expressing yourself in English and on-site format, this is your space.
Book an appointmentCounselling Online (English)
English speakers looking for online support.
Online sessions in English with the same integrative, evidence-based approach. Distance is not a barrier to quality therapy.
Book an appointmentA moment for you
Is therapy right for me?
You don't need to be "really struggling" to ask for help. Sometimes the signs are subtle but persistent. If you recognise yourself in any of these situations, it may be a good time to give yourself that space.
- You're not happy with your life and you're not sure why or how to change it.
- You find it hard to sleep, concentrate or enjoy things.
- You keep repeating patterns in your relationships that hurt you.
- Worrying about the future overwhelms you.
- You're going through something difficult and feel that some support would help you through it.
- You find it hard to set boundaries, listen to your needs and take care of them.
- You'd like to get to know yourself better and work on your personal growth.
- There's something you'd like to face, but it frightens you.
These are just some examples of situations in which therapy is a good option. If any of them resonates with you, I can walk alongside you.
Testimonials
What people who have been here say
"My first experience of therapy couldn't have been better. She conveys warmth, empathy and professionalism, creating a space of trust where it's easy to talk even about difficult subjects. Her patience, the clarity of her explanations and the dedication she brings to every session really stand out."
Yeray
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"A wonderful professional. When I went, I needed a few sessions and noticed a big difference. She definitely gave me the help I needed to overcome things from the past and move forward. I recommend her 100%."
E.R.
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"I'm so grateful for the psychologist's patience, listening and human warmth. The way she supports you made me feel at ease and helped me see things more clearly. Thank you for everything!"
Nibia Gómez
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You don't need to have everything figured out to take the first step
Sometimes it's enough to feel that something needs to change. The first session is a space for you to tell me whatever you need, with no commitment or pressure. I'm here.
Request your first sessionOr call me on +34 634 43 10 14 or message me on WhatsApp.