Who we are

Our clinic and our team

More than 20 years alongside families, in Matosinhos and online. Get to know our mission, the way we work, and the people who care for your child.

The Clinic

Our mission

Our mission is to help children, young people and adults overcome learning difficulties, with rigorous assessments and interventions grounded in scientific evidence.

We are a clinic specialising in dyslexia and learning difficulties, founded by Dra. Celeste Vieira with the aim of giving every child the support they deserve — and giving parents the answers they need.

We work with children, teenagers and adults, combining technical rigour with a human, welcoming approach. Everyone who comes to us is treated as a unique case — because that is exactly what they are.

Here we talk about learning. About growing up. About believing that every child has their own path.

Dra. Celeste Vieira, Clinical Director

Our values

There are values that guide everything we do — and that you will feel in every contact with us:

  • Scientific rigour: proven assessment and intervention methods.
  • Multidisciplinary approach: a complete view of the child.
  • Personalisation: each person is unique, each plan is individual.
  • Commitment: dedication to every person's success.

How we work

Our process always begins with listening — to the child, the parents, the school. Before any intervention, we carry out a comprehensive assessment that gives us a clear picture of each person's strengths and difficulties.

From there, we build a tailored intervention plan, with clear goals reviewed regularly. Sessions are one-to-one, structured, and combine:

  • Evidence-based dyslexia intervention techniques (multisensory method)
  • Support for emotional wellbeing and motivation
  • Study and organisation strategies adapted to each child's profile
  • Coordination with the school and with parents and guardians

We share progress with the family regularly and transparently — because support at home is an essential part of the journey.

In-person and online: without borders

Our centre is in Matosinhos, on Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres 91, easily reached from Porto. We welcome families from the north and centre of the country every week, but we also work with people from the islands and the PALOP countries (Angola and Mozambique) and Brazil.

But our reach goes much further: we offer online assessment and intervention for families across the country and abroad.

We are available Monday to Saturday, from 09:00 to 20:00, with mornings by appointment. To book an assessment, you can reach us by phone, WhatsApp or through the form on this site.

Clinical Director Fotografia de Dra. Celeste Vieira

Dra. Celeste Vieira

Founded the Clínica de Dislexia on a simple conviction: every child deserves to learn at their own pace, with support and without fear of making mistakes. For more than 20 years she has worked alongside families in Matosinhos, with attentive listening and rigour.

Academic background

  • PhD in Language Development and Disorders
  • MA in Special Education
  • Postgraduate in Special Education (cognitive and motor domain)
  • Certified trainer (IEFP/CCPFC)
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The full team

10 specialists, one shared goal

Each professional brings their own field of expertise — together, they design the best path for your child.

Fotografia de José Sousa

José Sousa

Academic background

  • OPP-accredited Specialist in Clinical and Health Psychology, Neuropsychology and Inclusive Education
Fotografia de Celeste Sousa Lopes

Celeste Sousa Lopes

Academic background

  • PhD in Reading and Writing Difficulties
Fotografia de Ana Aguiar

Ana Aguiar

Academic background

  • Degree in Medicine with Paediatrics residency
Fotografia de Ana Vieira Silva

Ana Vieira Silva

Academic background

  • MA in Educational Sciences, Specialisation in Special Education
Fotografia de Emilie Vieira Pinheiro

Emilie Vieira Pinheiro

Academic background

  • MA in Clinical Psychology
Fotografia de Bernardo Eiras

Bernardo Eiras

Academic background

  • Postgraduate in Special Education (cognitive and motor domain)
Fotografia de Gracinda Medeiros

Gracinda Medeiros

Academic background

  • MA in Education
Fotografia de Patrícia Constante

Patrícia Constante

Academic background

  • MA in Topics in Psychology
Fotografia de Fátima Brandão

Fátima Brandão

Academic background

  • MA in Clinical and Health Psychology

Would you like to meet us in person?

Book a first conversation. We are here to listen and to help.