II International Congress of
Psychological Practices and Research & XVI Psychology Week of FCM-MG

WORKING GROUPS

Speakers

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  Julia Machado Khoury

  PhD and Master’s degree in Technological Addictions from UFMG; psychiatrist trained at HC-UFMG; physician graduated from UFMG; full member of the Brazilian Psychiatric Association (ABP); researcher in the field of chemical and behavioral addictions; practicing clinical psychiatrist.

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  Tiago Geraldo de Azevedo

  Psychologist. Master’s degree in Psychology from the Federal University of São João del-Rei (UFSJ). Currently a PhD candidate in Psychology at UFSJ, with a visiting research period (sandwich PhD) at the University of Porto. Conducts research in psychometrics, mental health, cyberpsychology, and psychological interventions. Has experience in psychotherapy and data analysis.

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  Marco Rubén Alfieri

  Marco Rubén Alfieri is a psychologist, holding a Master’s degree in Lacanian Psychoanalytic Theory and currently a PhD candidate in Psychology at the National University of Córdoba (Argentina). He serves as Assistant Professor of the Psychopathology I Chair and Assistant Secretary of International Relations at the UNC Faculty of Psychology. His research focuses on psychopathology, Lacanian-orientated psychoanalysis, biopolitics, contemporary discourses, and their clinical implications. He has experience in university teaching, clinical supervision, and professional training, in addition to participating in research and community extension projects. He is the author of scientific articles and a speaker at national and international events on psychoanalysis, psychopathology, and mental health.

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  Emanuel Meireles Vieira

  PhD in Psychology from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG). Professor in the Department of Psychology and the Graduate Program in Psychology at the Federal University of Ceará (UFC). Conducts research on the relationships between ethics and Clinical Psychology, specifically from the theoretical perspective of the Person-Centered Approach (PCA).

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  Marco Antônio do Santos Casanova

  PhD in Philosophy from UFRJ / University of Tübingen; Postdoctoral research at the University of Freiburg (2006–2008) and Augustana Hochschule Neuendettelsau (2023–2024); Full Professor in the Department of Philosophy at UERJ. Author of O instante extraordinário: Vida, história e valor na obra de Friedrich Nietzsche (2003), Nada a caminho: Impessoalidade, niilismo e técnica no pensamento de Martin Heidegger (2006), Compreender Heidegger (2009), A eternidade frágil: Ensaio sobre temporalidade na arte (2013), A falta que Marx nos faz (2017), Mundo e historicidade I (2017), II (2020), and III (2023), Tédio e tempo (2020), A persistência da burrice (2020), and Existência e transitoriedade (2021). Translator of a wide range of works by German thinkers, including Martin Heidegger, Max Scheler, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Wilhelm Dilthey, among others.

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  Rogério Felipe Santos Teixeira

  Psychologist (PUC Minas), Master’s degree in Social Psychology (UERJ), and Schizodramatist (IGB). Professor in the Psychology program at theFaculdade Ciências Médicas de Minas Gerais (FCM-MG) and in postgraduate courses. Member of the Instituto Gregorio Baremblitt (IGB) collective. Also works as a psychotherapist, facilitates schizodramas, and carries out interventions across clinical settings, street corners, sounds, and letters in general, drawing on Schizoanalysis, Institutional Analysis, and Schizodrama.

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  Thaís Dell’Oro de Oliveira

  PhD in Molecular Medicine from UFMG. Currently an Undergraduate Professor at FCMMG. Conducts research and studies in Developmental Psychology, Neuropsychology, and Parenting Styles. Has experience in neuropsychological assessment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions with children and adolescents, and Parent Training.

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  Rafael Soares Mariano Costa

  Psychologist. PhD in Psychology from PUC Minas. Currently a professor at Anhanguera College. Conducts research and studies in the areas of labor, technology, and subjectivity. Has experience in computer-assisted research and the transformation of psychological practices through Artificial Intelligence.

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  Marisa Lúcia de Mello Santiago

  Psychologist for the Brazilian Men’s National Football Team (2024–present);
  Psychologist at Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense (2026–present);
  Psychology Coordinator at Cruzeiro Esporte Clube (2025);
  Sports Psychologist at Esporte Clube Bahia / City Football Group (2023–2025);
  Sports Psychologist at Clube Atlético Mineiro (2019–2022);
  Master&rsquos degree in Sport Sciences from UFMG (Specialization: Sport Psychology);
  Specialist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from IWP (RS);
  Certified Psychologist by the International Society of Sport Psychology (ISSP);
  Psychologist at the Psiesporte Clinic, providing clinical services to athletes since 2008;
  Head of Sport Psychology and Sports Psychologist at Minas Tênis Clube, working with athletes and coaching staff (2015–2019).
  Professor at the Faculdade Ciências Médicas de Minas Gerais (FCMMG);
  Professor at Pitágoras / UNIFACVEST College (2013–2015, 2022);
  Professor at Arnaldo College (2022);
  Professor at Gama Filho University / RJ (2010–2013);
  Professor at Estácio de Sá University / SP (2014–2015).

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  Amanda Maria de Sobral Gomes

  Journalist, holding a Master’s degree and currently a PhD candidate in Social Communication from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG). Conducts research on intersectionality within gothic subculture and digital media, as well as algorithmic racism, with support from the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq). Member of the Coragem-UFMG research group.

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  Talita Vasconcelos Brandão

  PhD candidate in Social Communication at the Graduate Program in Communication of the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), where she also earned her Master’s degree. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the State University of Minas Gerais (UEMG). She participates in the Center for Distance Education and Digital Education Studies (NEEDED), the Coragem Research Group on Communication, Race, and Gender (UFMG), and is a member of ReparAÇÃO: Intersectional Research and Studies Group on Communication, Power, and Resistance (UFMG). She serves as a tutor and teacher trainer for the "Afirmação na Pós" Pre-Academic Extension Course.

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  Igor Campos Viana

  Psychoanalyst. University professor. PhD in Philosophy of Power from the UFMG Faculty of Law. Master’s degree in Law from UFMG. Bachelor’s degrees in Law and Psychology from UFMG. Creator and coordinator of A dobra: confluências e klínicas em esquizoanálise. Holds theatrical training from Galpão Cine Horto.