Moving to a new country or city is a thrilling adventure, filled with new sights, sounds, and experiences. However, adapting to a new culture can also bring about a range of emotions and reactions known as culture shock. For internationals in Barcelona, understanding these stages and seeking
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Barcelona, with its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant lifestyle, is an alluring destination for expats seeking new experiences. It’s no wonder, then, that more than 300,000 expats live in the city. That’s around 20% of the city’s population, highlighting just how international Barcelona is. For straight women who have
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Date Becoming a digital nomad in Spain can be an exciting way to combine work and travel. Here are some steps to get started and tips for looking after your mental health. 1. Determine your eligibility: As a digital nomad, you will need to have a reliable
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alicja alicja I aim to help you work through concerns that are holding you back from being happy. To begin working with me, fill in the intake form. Adults form Hello! I’m Alicja, a Polish-Irish Intern therapist. I moved to Barcelona because I had always wanted to
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EMILIA EMILIA Pronouns She/Her/Hers I provide a warm and safe space for self exploration and healing. To begin working with me, fill in the intake form. adults form Hi there I’m Emilia, a therapist trained in California. Of all the places I’ve lived, Barcelona is one of
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Psychotherapy for Expats Psychotherapy can be a valuable tool for expats who are struggling to cope with the challenges of living in a foreign country. Living abroad as an expat can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be incredibly challenging, especially for those
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R.A.I.N is an effective meditation technique which has become increasingly popular in recent years. It owes it’s appeal to the fact that it injects a large dose of compassion into our lives and helps us connect with and soothe uncomfortable emotions from difficult life experiences.
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Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa Approved Now that Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa has just been approved, lawyer Raymundo Larraín Nesbitt explains the visa’s advantages and requirements. The Digital Nomad Visa was approved in Spain on the 23rd of December 2022. It allows you to work remotely from Spain. The main
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Restlessness, Rootlessness and Resilience in Expat Life The following is a brief commentary written by Leigh Matthews, Australian Psychologist and Founder of Therapy in Barcelona, in response to the story “Restlessness, Rootlessness and Resilience” by Morag Makey in the wonderful and enlightening collection of expat women stories “#Living The
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