The Canary Islands are a natural paradise, but living there permanently entails challenges that go far beyond volcanic landscapes and beaches. The distance from the mainland, the insularity, the economic dependence on tourism, and the feeling of isolation that many Canarians experience directly affect their mental health.
If you live in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or anywhere in the Canary Islands and you're looking for quality psychological care, online therapy breaks the distance barrier. I am Xènia Capel Salcedo, a licensed health psychologist, and I offer sessions by video call with the same warmth and professionalism as if we were in the same room.
Distance shouldn't be a barrier to mental health
The Canary Islands are more than 2,000 kilometers from the Iberian Peninsula. That distance, which for tourists is an exotic appeal, can be a source of loneliness, family disconnection, and difficulty accessing specialized services for residents that are more available on the mainland.
Online therapy democratizes access to specialized psychology for Canarians. You no longer have to settle for the local options if you need a specialist in EMDR, EDs, or ASD: technology connects you with professionals across Spain.
Furthermore, the one-hour time difference with the mainland adapts perfectly to the online format, allowing sessions at times that fit your Canary Islands routine.
Areas of specialization for people in the Canary Islands
Trauma and EMDR
Emotional trauma can be the result of single events or experiences accumulated throughout life. EMDR is a specialized therapy that helps process traumatic memories so they stop generating emotional pain, anxiety, or flashbacks. It works virtually with the same effectiveness as in person.
Anxiety and loneliness
The loneliness that can come from living far from mainland family, combined with the pressures of daily life, is fertile ground for anxiety and depression. We work together to build emotional well-being strategies adapted to your island reality.
Eating disorders
Eating disorders affect people on every island. Beach culture and the constant exposure of the body can intensify body insecurities. I offer a professional approach that goes to the emotional root of the problem.
Gender-based violence
In island settings, gender-based violence can be especially difficult to report due to social proximity. Online therapy offers an anonymous and safe space to begin receiving help.
Child therapy and neurodevelopment
Care for children and adolescents with emotional or neurodevelopmental difficulties (ASD, ADHD) is essential for their future. Online therapy makes access to specialized professionals easier from any island.
Starting online therapy from the Canary Islands
The process is simple and accessible:
1. Contact me by WhatsApp, phone, or email. We talk briefly with no commitment.
2. We schedule the first session at a time that works for you (I take the Canary Islands time difference into account).
3. You connect via secure video call from your device.
4. In the first session (55-60 min) we explore your situation and define therapeutic goals.
5. We start a regular work process with weekly sessions and practical tools for everyday life.
Why online therapy is perfect for Canarians
• Breaking the ocean barrier: Distance from the mainland is no longer an obstacle to accessing specialized psychological services.
• Full island availability: From Las Palmas, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, or any other island, online therapy reaches you the same way.
• Adapted schedule: The Canary Islands time difference (one hour earlier) is taken into account when scheduling sessions.
• Access to specialists: EMDR, EDs, ASD/ADHD: specialties that can be hard to find locally.
• Licensed professional: The same standards of quality and confidentiality as in any in-person practice.
Who I am: Xènia Capel Salcedo
I am Xènia Capel Salcedo, a licensed health psychologist registered with the Official College of Psychology of Catalonia (COPC) under registration number 14982. I practice psychology with passion and commitment, combining in-person consultation in Igualada with online support for people across the country.
My training includes specialization in EMDR, eating disorders, gender-based violence, child therapy, autism (ASD), and ADHD. I firmly believe that every person carries within them the capacity to grow, and my role is to accompany them through that process with tools, listening, and respect.
Take the first step
If you live in Las Palmas, on Gran Canaria, or on any of the Canary Islands, don't let distance keep you from emotional well-being. Contact me and let's talk about how online therapy can help you.