Let's work together to find your best version.
I am Marian Durao, doctor in psychology with specialization in neurosciences and certified life coach. Master in emotional and personality disorders.
About me
At the beginning of my career, I dedicated myself to clinical psychology, treating adult patients with emotional disorders such as anxiety and depression, personality disorders, and crisis of meaning in their lives.
Today as certified coach and passionate about human change, I specialize in change of habits, the reorganization of personal experience in relation to the values and expectations of the person consulting with the consequent improvement of the quality of life.
My work focuses on evidence-based and current treatments, and I collaborate on research on the impact of technology on mental health in TechPsyLab and the Autonomous University of Madrid and I am a postgraduate professor.
Degree in psychology
University of Belgrano,
Argentina
Doctor in Psychology with mention in
Neurosciences, Cognitive and Systemic
University of Flores,
Argentina
Master with specialization in
Emotional and Personality Disorders
University of Valencia,
Spain
Certified Professional Life Coach
Florida Memorial University
USA
Online treatments
Building the path to your best version
As a coach trained in neurosciences, I implement effective techniques of emotional regulation and problem solving to facilitate the path towards autonomy and self-realization.
We seek to expand the level of consciousness, relying on evidence-based treatments to overcome automatic responses and promote decision making consistent with personal aspirations.
Additionally, my work is aimed at strengthening the relationships, professional and personal, improving skills such as effective communication, empathy and assertiveness.
Investigation
Excessive use of cell phones and social networks and their consequences
In TechPsyLab, we investigated the impact of excessive use of technology in, addressing emerging phenomena such as FoMO, Phubbing, Vamping, Hating, among others.
We validate scales and we publish findings in scientific magazines, with the aim of promoting mental health and healthy digital citizenship.
Online treatments
Stress management in high-performance professionals
I help professionals, executives and athletes who support bigyes pressure levels to manage stress and emotions derived from high demands, developing resilience and emotional management skills.
I not only prepare them to face adversity within the workplace but also to see every challenge as an opportunity of growth, increasing its performance and contributing to its success.
Online therapy with Marian
Clear objectives and tasks to get to where you want to be.
1. Identification and exploration of the problem
Creating an open space to understand the demand and aspirations of the consultants and review past solutions.
2. Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation
To detect traits and patterns that support personalized strategies.
3. Definition of objectives and goal planning
We align expectations with clear goals, establishing an effective plan.
4. Treatment design and process evaluations
We design and adjust personalized treatments, evaluate progress and reinforce lasting change, ensuring the client's adaptation and continuous improvement.
My books
Who are we after the pandemic?
Psychology, technology and links
Who Are We After the Pandemic?
Psychology, Technology, and Relationships
Online psychotherapy. What it is and how it is practiced
Strategies to do online therapy effectively.
Systematic Case Studies in Psychotherapy with Challenging Patients
My journey to where I am today
Argentina
Bachelor's Degree in Psychologist
I obtained my degree in Psychology from the University of Flores, Buenos Aires, Argentina, marking the beginning of my career in the study of human behavior.
Spain
Master in Emotional and Personality Disorders
I obtained a Master's degree with specialization in Emotional and Personality Disorders in the University of Valencia, Spain, consolidating my knowledge in the field.
Argentina
Doctorate in Psychology with a mention in Neurosciences
Obtaining a doctorate in Psychology with a mention in Neuroscience, Cognitive and Systemic from c, Buenos Aires, Argentina, deepening my understanding of the mind and brain.
see more
United States
Certification as Professional Life Coach
I certified as a Professional Life Coach at Florida Memorial University, United States, expanding my tools for personal support and development.
Argentina
Specialization in therapist supervision
I completed a specialization in therapist supervision within the Integrative Model under the direction of Dr. Héctor Fernandez Alvarez, at the Aiglé Foundation.
Argentina
Postgraduate in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
I specialized in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) at the Foro Foundation, Argentina, expanding my therapeutic skills.
Argentina
Founding of TechPsy Lab
I founded TechPsy Lab, a project dedicated to investigating the impact of technology use on people's mental and emotional health.
Newspaper notes and articles
FoMO: the fear of being left out
Diary Profile
Our world of experiences expanded so much and so drastically – mass media, social networks, digital revolution – that the magnitude of what is seen of the other and the smallness that is experienced in it were enhanced.
The bond as a remedy for addiction in the 21st century
Ambit
On average, people can check their cell phone about 150 times a day to carry out various activities.
Hopelessness and exhaustion behind narcissism.
The nation
For many, the mobile phone has become an extension of the hand, but when dependence is excessive, behavior is altered.
Online psychotherapy: how to channel the bond despite everything.
The nation
Our world of experiences expanded so much and so drastically -mass media, social networks, digital revolution- that the magnitude of what is seen of the other and the smallness that is experienced in it were enhanced.
Vamping and the dopamine effect
Ambit
Vamping not only interferes with our sleep cycle, but it also triggers a response in the brain similar to other addictive behaviors.
TechPsyLab
At TechPsyLab, together with researchers from different countries, we study the psychological and social impact of excessive use of cell phones and social networks.
Lines of investigation
They address the transformation of identity in the digital age. Also modern pathologies such as FoMO, Hating, Phubbing and their impact on interpersonal relationships and self-esteem.
ResearchGate
They address the transformation of identity in the digital age. Also modern pathologies such as FoMO, Hating, Phubbing and their impact on interpersonal relationships and self-esteem.
Scientific articles
ResearchGate
Validation of the Perceived Phubbing Scale to the Argentine Context
he purpose of this research was to validate the Perceived Phubbing Scale (PPS) and examine its relationship with other psychological variables
The fear of being left out: evaluation and variables involved
The excessive use of digital resources has led to the emergence of new problems and dysfunctions.
Fear of Missing Out, Emotional Intelligence and Attachment in Older Adults in Argentina
The main aim of this study was to analyze FoMO levels in older adults and their relationships with sociodemographic and formative factors.
Case studies with complex patients: registration modalities and process evaluation
We are dedicated to describing procedures within a professional disciplinary context and with a methodology with aspirations to achieve scientific validity.
Psychometric properties of the Online Global Symptom Scale
From the development of new technologies in the field of psychotherapy, the need arises to have valid and reliable tests that allow investigating the presence of symptoms from the online format.
Psychometric properties of the Mobile Phone Dependence Test
From a psychological perspective, different techniques have been developed to evaluate the level of dependence on mobile phone use, and the TDMB test is one of the most used.
Blog
Article 1
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.
Article 4
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.
Article 3
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.
Article 2
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.
Let's talk
English 
Español