Miriam Pires dos Santos is a psychologist who was born and grew up between three geographies: São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, and Portugal. Her life experience in different cultural and social contexts awakened her early fascination with human behavior.
This curiosity led her to the field of psychology, where she helps transform lives through the AfroPsis platform. The platform focuses on offering psychological support to Black people, creating a space where they won't be traumatized again.
In the article, Miriam Santos shares that when people tell her they prefer to find a Black psychologist, they are looking for a safe and welcoming space. This testimony highlights the importance of representation and of professionals who understand the specific experiences of the Black community.
This topic is one of the highlights in an episode of "O Tal Podcast", where Miriam Santos's story and work are explored.
