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About Tomás Ruiz
Dr. Tomás Ruiz Palacios
General Health Psychologist
Tomás Ruiz Palacios is a general health psychologist specialized in cognitive-behavioral therapy and relational systemic therapy. He has more than three years of clinical experience working with Spanish-speaking and Italian adults.
His professional practice focuses on psychological assessment, clinical diagnosis, and the design and implementation of personalized treatments adapted to the individual needs of each patient. He maintains a close therapeutic approach, based on scientific evidence and oriented toward emotional well-being and personal development.
He holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Murcia, a Master's degree in Mediation and Relational Systemic Therapy from ITFB Bologna, and a Master's degree in General Health Psychology from the International University of Valencia.
Qualifications
- Psicólogo General Sanitario — nº MUO5691
- Máster en Psicología General Sanitaria — Universidad Internacional de Valencia
- Máster en Mediación y Terapia Sistémica Relacional — ITFB, Bolonia, Italia
- Licenciado en Psicología — Universidad de Murcia
- 3+ años experiencia clínica con adultos hispanohablantes e italianos
FAQs
Is Tomás Ruiz Palacios registered as a General Health Psychologist in Spain?
Yes. Tomás Ruiz Palacios practices as a registered General Health Psychologist with the COP under registration number MUO5691. You can verify this registration at cop.es — for psychologists in Spain, registration is with the corresponding Official College of Psychologists. Tomás holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Murcia, with master's degrees in Relational Systemic Therapy (ITFB Bologna) and in General Health Psychology (UIV).
What situations can Tomás help with online?
Tomás offers online psychological support for: anxiety (generalized, social, panic, phobias), depression and low mood, stress and burnout, relational difficulties (couple conflicts, family dynamics, communication), grief and loss, emotional regulation, self-esteem and personal development, life transitions, and social skills and assertiveness.
What is relational systemic therapy and how does it differ from CBT?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on the individual's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors — identifying dysfunctional patterns and developing more adaptive alternatives. Relational systemic therapy takes a different perspective: it considers that psychological distress does not arise solely within the individual but also in their relationships — with partners, family, social, and work — and works directly on these dynamics. Tomás combines both approaches, allowing him to adapt to what each person needs: sometimes individual work is central, sometimes the focus is on the relationships that maintain the distress, and often both dimensions are necessary.
Can Tomás attend to patients in Italian?
Yes. Tomás completed his training in Relational Systemic Therapy at ITFB in Bologna (Italy) and offers sessions in Italian for Italian-speaking patients. For Italians living in Spain seeking psychological support in their native language — without the limitations of communicating complex emotional states in a second language — Tomás provides psychological accessibility that is rarely available through telemedicine in Spain.
How do I book a session with Tomás?
Select an available time on this page to book directly with Tomás. Payment is processed securely upon booking — the session is confirmed once payment is completed. You will immediately receive a calendar invitation. Sessions are conducted via secure and confidential video call in Spanish or Italian. If you are experiencing a psychological crisis or thoughts of self-harm, call 112 or the Teléfono de la Esperanza (717 003 717) — do not wait for an appointment.
What are Tomás Ruiz Palacios' qualifications?
Tomás Ruiz Palacios holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Murcia, a Master's in Mediation and Relational Systemic Therapy from ITFB Bologna, and a Master's in General Health Psychology from the Universidad Internacional de Valencia. He has over three years of clinical experience with Spanish-speaking and Italian adults, specializing in CBT and relational systemic therapy.
