Meet Our Team

Healing begins when we feel truly seen. That connection, paired with skilled and compassionate guidance, allows us to reconnect with our authentic selves (the part of us that pain may have forced into hiding or reshaped to meet others’ expectations). At Algarve Wellness, our multidisciplinary team is here to help that uniquely-you part of yourself feel fully acknowledged and supported.

Melissa Coetzee

CEO and Co-Founder

Dr. Miguel Goncalves

Clinical Director

Dr. Bruno Franco

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Simone Costa

EMDR Psychotherapist

Dr. Miriam Nicole Rodrigues

Clinical Psychologist

Lourenço Ribeiro

Longevity & Integrative Wellness Specialist

Doris Schraner, PH.D.

Consulting Therapist

Tia Boulton

Recovery & Wellness Coach, In-house Support

Ângelo André

Live-In Recovery & High-Performance Coach

Maurice Lesley

Personal Live-In Recovery and Wellness Coach

Antonieta Costa

Live-In Recovery & Wellness Coach, Reg. Nurse

Lela Saluqvadze

Wellness Chef

Prabha Eliza Bara

Head of Social Media and Marketing

From licensed therapists and trauma-informed practitioners to nutritionists, biochemists, and wellness coaches, every member of our team is committed to understanding your needs, your challenges, and your potential. Our combined experience ensures that every aspect of your care is evidence-based, personalised, and delivered with warmth and respect.

Our Philosophy in Practice

We work side by side with you, blending clinical insight and holistic wellness practices. Our goal is simple: to meet you where you are, help you feel understood, and guide you toward a life that feels steady, balanced, and authentically yours.