Turning Limiting Beliefs into Powerful Choices
Reframing limiting beliefs workshop
A structured and psychologically informed session that helps participants recognise and work with the internal beliefs that quietly shape performance, communication and decision-making at work. Drawing on principles from NLP, cognitive reframing and behavioural science, the session introduces…
Cognitive Reframing
Communication Skills Practice
Journalling & Reflection
Metacognition Training
Narrative Practice
Workshop
Description
A structured and psychologically informed session that helps participants recognise and work with the internal beliefs that quietly shape performance, communication and decision-making at work.
Drawing on principles from NLP, cognitive reframing and behavioural science, the session introduces participants to the concept of limiting beliefs and ruminative thinking — how they form, how language reinforces them, and how they influence leadership presence, collaboration and everyday problem-solving.
Through guided exercises, participants learn to identify their own belief patterns, question the assumptions behind them, and expand their internal map of possibilities. Rather than “positive thinking”, the focus is on practical, grounded strategies for reframing thought patterns and generating internal statements that support clarity and aligned action.
The session provides a structured, corporate-friendly approach to internal change, giving teams tools they can continue applying in real work situations.
Benefits
• Understanding of how limiting beliefs and ruminative thoughts influence behaviour and performance
• Increased awareness of the linguistic patterns that shape perception and decision-making
• Practical strategies to question, challenge and reframe unhelpful internal narratives
• Expanded sense of possibility when approaching tasks, challenges and leadership moments
• Improved psychological flexibility when dealing with stress, uncertainty or interpersonal tension
• Stronger internal clarity and more confident, grounded presence in workplace interactions
• A sustainable method for creating new internal realities that support effectiveness and wellbeing
Hosted by Ana Baptista
About the Host
I’m a medical doctor and board-certified hematologist with more than 18 years of experience across clinical practice, medical leadership and integrative mind–body facilitation. My career has included leading clinical teams, supporting high-stakes decision-making and working closely with multidisciplinary professionals in fast-paced medical environments — experiences that shaped my understanding of how stress, communication patterns and internal alignment influence both wellbeing and performance.
Alongside my medical work, I’ve trained extensively in mind-centered coaching, somatic and breathwork modalities, developing an approach that bridges scientific insight with practical embodied tools. My work focuses on helping individuals and teams cultivate emotional clarity, grounded presence and calm leadership, especially in environments where pressure, constant decision-making and interpersonal dynamics can create internal friction.
I facilitate workshops and immersive sessions designed to support nervous system regulation, improve communication, reduce accumulated tension and strengthen the internal coherence needed for resilience and effective collaboration. The core of my approach is alignment — helping people and teams reconnect with what they value, what they aim to achieve and how they show up in action, so they can operate with more clarity, ease and intention.
Based in Portugal, I work primarily in the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto, and facilitate internationally. I offer sessions in English, Portuguese and Spanish, and can support communication with French-speaking teams at a basic to intermediate level.
Travel Locations
Portugal – Algarve (no fee), Other cities (+€300)
Spain – Seville (+€300), Madrid (+€400), Barcelona (+€400)
United Kingdom – London (+€500)
Western Europe – France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany (+€600)
Other safe international destinations (+€700+)
Accommodation: arranged by the client or covered through an additional fee
Certifications & Credentials
Functional Medicine Training – 7 Stages of Healing (Nov 2025); Spinal Energetics Level 2 (May 2025); Breathwork Facilitator (Aug 2024); Spinal Energetics Level 1 (Apr 2024); B-School – Marie Forleo (Apr 2023); Clinical Hypnosis (Mar 2023); Breathwork Coach (Oct 2022); Master in Neuro-Strategy (Jun 2021); Advanced Coaching Training (Jan 2021); NLP Practitioner (Nov 2018); Coaching Training (Mar 2018); Medical Doctor (May 2007), Board-Certified Hematologist (Oct 2016). Insurance: Comprehensive international professional liability insurance covering somatic facilitation, Spinal Energetics, Breathwork, coaching and mind–body practices.
Client Requirements
Microphone, sound system, yoga mats in case of longer workshops or somatic experiences such as breathwork journeys or group spinal enrgetics, pillows and blankets for comfort
Focus Areas
Well-being/HealthDevelopment/Coaching
Location
Vilamoura, Quarteira, Portugal
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Corporate Experience
Moderate
Session Types Offered
Interactive (eg. improv, group-art, yoga etc.)
Past Experience Doing Sessions
Yes - Interactive
Past Clients
AIM Cancer Center (Portugal), Oriente Primary Care Health Unit (Lisbon, Portugal), BOOM festival (Portugal)
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