About Tania Fragoso: Your Neuro-Affirming Perinatal Coach & Counsellor
Hello, I'm Tania—a sensitive and beautifully flawed soul on a lifelong journey of self-discovery. My path to becoming a specialized Perinatal Coach and Counsellor wasn't linear, but that unique journey is exactly what equips me to support you through the complexities of your own.
My Story: From Uncertain Mother to Empowered Guide
I became a mother when I wasn't entirely sure who I was or who I wanted to become. From the first moment I held my twins, I knew I wanted to become the best version of myself—for them, and for me.
Eight years later, I welcomed my daughter. While still beautifully flawed, I had learned to embrace imperfection as a vital part of the human experience. Today, our home in Málaga is a "beautiful mess" full of three girls, a male Labrador to balance the household, and a very busy female cat. It is chaotic, wonderfully alive, and exactly where I am meant to be.
A Global Perspective on Perinatal Support
As a Portuguese family, we have lived across many borders. My five years in The Netherlands were transformative; it was there that I trained and worked as a doula, coach, and counsellor. This international experience deepened my understanding of how cultural contexts and neurological differences—like ADHD and Autism—shape our birth and parenting experiences.
Finding Home in Nature and the Birthing Space
Whether I am gazing at the sea in Málaga or stepping into a sacred birthing space, I feel a profound sense of belonging. My own sensitivity allows me to recognize and celebrate the unique ways each person processes the world. It is my deepest hope to create that same feeling of safety and empowerment for every client I support.
My Integrated Approach: Where Counselling Meets Coaching
I believe life, like birth, is never simply black and white. My philosophy sits at the intersection where science meets spirituality, and where evidence-based practice blends with intuitive wisdom. Through my specialized training, I have developed a practice that bridges two vital worlds:
Perinatal Counselling: Therapeutic support for processing birth trauma, grief, anxiety, and the complex emotions of early parenthood.
Empowerment Coaching: Helping you identify goals and overcome limiting beliefs to create a perinatal experience aligned with your values.
Neuro-Affirming Care: Celebrating neurodivergence (including sensory processing and cognitive patterns) as a natural variation, not a deficit.
Trauma-Informed Care: Providing safe, sensitive support that recognizes how past experiences shape your present journey.
Cultural Sensitivity: Supporting international families navigating different healthcare systems and cultural expectations.
Specialized Support for Your Unique Perinatal Journey
Whether you are navigating the "standard" path or one marked by unique challenges, I am here to walk alongside you. I specialize in supporting those who are:
Processing previous birth trauma or perinatal loss.
Navigating pregnancy as a neurodivergent parent (ADHD, Autistic, or highly sensitive).
Managing tokophobia (fear of birth) or pregnancy anxiety.
Seeking sensory accommodations for a trauma-sensitive birth plan.
Looking for online perinatal support or in-person care in Málaga
Ready to Begin Your Journey of Healing and Growth?
There is no single "right" way to navigate parenthood, especially for brains that work beautifully differently. Whether you need to heal from the past or envision your future, I offer a neuro-affirming space that honors both.
Supporting all families through pregnancy, birth, and beyond with integrated, neuro-affirming coaching and counselling approaches in Málaga, Spain, and online worldwide.