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Equilíbrio emocional e autocuidado em psicólogos clínicos: desafios éticos e estratégias de sustentabilidade na prática em Portugal
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Este estudo qualitativo teve como objetivo aprofundar a compreensão das estratégias de equilíbrio emocional e autocuidado adotadas por psicólogos clínicos em Portugal, bem como dos desafios éticos que emergem no exercício da profissão. Com base em entrevistas semiestruturadas realizadas a cinco psicólogos clínicos, com experiência profissional entre onze e trinta e dois anos e a exercer em contextos diversos (clínica privada, serviço público e instituições sociais), os dados foram analisados segundo a metodologia de análise de conteúdo temática (Sousa, 2020), permitindo identificar categorias centrais e captar a complexidade das vivências individuais. Os resultados evidenciaram cinco dimensões fundamentais: gestão emocional, com ênfase na supervisão, escrita reflexiva e mindfulness; relação terapêutica, assente na autenticidade, empatia e co-regulação emocional; autocompaixão, cultivada através da aceitação e práticas de mindfulness; coping adaptativo, traduzido em resolução de problemas e gestão das emoções; e desafios éticos, com destaque para a confidencialidade digital e os limites profissionais. Estes achados sugerem que a sustentabilidade da prática clínica depende de infraestruturas institucionais de apoio, de formação contínua em ética e competências relacionais, e de protocolos claros para responder aos desafios colocados pela digitalização, em consonância com as recomendações mais recentes (Pereira, 2024). As principais limitações do estudo decorrem da reduzida dimensão da amostra e da concentração geográfica no Grande Porto, o que restringe a generalização dos resultados. Recomenda-se, para investigações futuras, o alargamento a outros contextos institucionais e regionais, bem como a integração de métodos mistos. Este trabalho contribui para uma compreensão aprofundada da realidade dos psicólogos clínicos em Portugal, sublinhando a importância de políticas institucionais que promovam o autocuidado, o suporte organizacional e a atualização ética permanente, reforçando que o bem-estar dos profissionais é indissociável da qualidade do cuidado prestado.
This qualitative study aimed to deepen the understanding of the strategies for emotional balance and self-care adopted by clinical psychologists in Portugal, as well as the ethical challenges emerging in professional practice. Based on semi-structured interviews with five clinical psychologists, with professional experience ranging from eleven to thirty-one years and working in diverse contexts (private practice, public service, and social institutions), data were analyzed according to thematic content analysis methodology (Sousa, 2020), allowing for the identification of central categories and the complexity of individual experiences. Results revealed five core dimensions: emotional management, with emphasis on supervision, reflective writing, and mindfulness; the therapeutic relationship, grounded in authenticity, empathy, and emotional co-regulation; self-compassion, cultivated through acceptance and mindfulness practices; adaptive coping, expressed in problem-solving and emotional management; and ethical challenges, particularly digital confidentiality and professional boundaries. These findings suggest that the sustainability of clinical practice depends on supportive institutional infrastructures, continuous training in ethics and relational skills, and clear protocols to address the challenges posed by digitalization, in line with recent recommendations (Pereira, 2024). The main limitations of the study stem from the small sample size and geographical concentration in the Greater Porto region, which restrict the generalizability of the results. Future research should broaden the scope to other institutional and regional contexts, as well as integrate mixed methods. This work contributes to a deeper understanding of the reality of clinical psychologists in Portugal, highlighting the importance of institutional policies that promote self-care, organizational support, and ongoing ethical development, reinforcing that the well-being of professionals is inseparable from the quality of care provided.
This qualitative study aimed to deepen the understanding of the strategies for emotional balance and self-care adopted by clinical psychologists in Portugal, as well as the ethical challenges emerging in professional practice. Based on semi-structured interviews with five clinical psychologists, with professional experience ranging from eleven to thirty-one years and working in diverse contexts (private practice, public service, and social institutions), data were analyzed according to thematic content analysis methodology (Sousa, 2020), allowing for the identification of central categories and the complexity of individual experiences. Results revealed five core dimensions: emotional management, with emphasis on supervision, reflective writing, and mindfulness; the therapeutic relationship, grounded in authenticity, empathy, and emotional co-regulation; self-compassion, cultivated through acceptance and mindfulness practices; adaptive coping, expressed in problem-solving and emotional management; and ethical challenges, particularly digital confidentiality and professional boundaries. These findings suggest that the sustainability of clinical practice depends on supportive institutional infrastructures, continuous training in ethics and relational skills, and clear protocols to address the challenges posed by digitalization, in line with recent recommendations (Pereira, 2024). The main limitations of the study stem from the small sample size and geographical concentration in the Greater Porto region, which restrict the generalizability of the results. Future research should broaden the scope to other institutional and regional contexts, as well as integrate mixed methods. This work contributes to a deeper understanding of the reality of clinical psychologists in Portugal, highlighting the importance of institutional policies that promote self-care, organizational support, and ongoing ethical development, reinforcing that the well-being of professionals is inseparable from the quality of care provided.
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Psicólogos clínicos Equilíbrio emocional Autocuidado Regulação emocional Desafios éticos Clinical psychologists Emotional balance Self-care Emotional regulation Ethical challenges