28th Expedition Continuing Mental Health Care

Donna Angela entered the therapy room with a heavy heart, full of sadness and unable to sleep properly for days. She shared everything she was feeling, tears streaming down her eyes, as the psychologist listened with care. Gradually, she began to feel lighter, as if a weight had been lifted from her shoulders. At the end of the session, Donna Angela looked at psychologist Mara with a smile. She expressed deep gratitude for the support and the chance to see things differently. She stated she was leaving feeling stronger and more hopeful than in a long time.

Community Health Agent (ACS) Romilda participated in a group workshop with other ACS members and later received an individual session with Dr. Ana Lúcia Castello. As an ACS, she understood the value of caring for others, but sometimes felt lost regarding her own emotions. During the conversation, Romilda vented about the pressures of her job and uncertainties in her personal life, and immediately felt relief upon being heard with empathy. At the end of the session, she warmly thanked Dr. Ana Lúcia and the ONG Zoé team for being there at the right moment. 'It was essential for me. I feel stronger now to keep going with my work,' she said, confident and motivated to continue helping her community.