​Dr Peter Muscat MD LRCP MRCS MRCPsych. Consultant psychiatrist in private practice. Previously consultant with the health department. Was also a lecturer and head of department at university of Malta. Has been involved in a number of voluntary organizations and been a pioneer in educating the public on mental health through various social media platforms.

Rena studied psychology at the University of Malta and furthered her training by reading for a Masters of Psychology in Counselling Psychology at the same university. Rena also followed a training course, becoming a certified Adult ADHD Coach. Intermittently over the past years, she has also followed a number of courses and training including Brief Solution Focused Therapy (BSFT) and Mindfulness and Compassion training. Rena values client’s strengths and resourcefulness, emphasising the importance of self-compassion. She is passionate about nature and its indispensable benefits to our wellbeing. In fact, her Master’s dissertation explored the benefits of gardening on the wellbeing of adult gardeners. Moreover, Rena is trained in and conducts various psychological assessments such as cognitive, personality, and ADHD-related assessments, as well as projective tests. She brings these expertise to Polaris, working hand in hand with the Interdisciplinary team, for the enhanced benefit of our clients. In her personal life, Rena enjoys spending time with family and friends, spending time in nature and with animals, and appreciates and expresses herself through art.

Petra runs mindfulness courses to help clients (as groups, families or in a corporate setting) to reduce anxiety, stress, reactivity and worry and improve emotional awareness and resilience. Mindfulness based cognitive therapy involves the use of interactive sessions. Training is done on understanding our emotions, learning to meditate and also use our senses to slow down and bring more non-judgemental awareness to the present moment. Scientific evidence shows that mindfulness meditation reliably and profoundly alters the structure and function of the brain to improve the quality of both thoughts and feelings, and Petra passionately offers this expertise to her clients, and as part of the interdisciplinary team at Polaris.

Myra Pearson is an experienced manager with over 14 years experience having also been a member on the board of a Learning organisation. She led various teams of up to 70 people both on site and remotely. In the past 7 years she has focused on Leadership coaching, group facilitation and Public Speaking through her brand Pearson Purpose. She has designed and delivered assessment centres, multinational leadership development programs and coached leaders at all levels. Myra has worked with renowned international brands including a premium provider for Apple, the Hospitality and Catering sector such as Hilton and Campbell Gray Hotels, the Big Four, Banks, Insurance, Pharmaceutical as well as Gaming companies to mention a few. Myra keeps up-to-date with current leadership practices and is an accredited PRISM and DISC practitioner as well as a Certified Scrum Master in Agile methodology. She enjoys being part of leaders' journeys to enable their personal growth, that of their teams and organisations.

Christine is a Certified Six Seconds EQ (Emotional Intelligence) Practitioner and in her role supports individuals in developing their social and emotional skills to enhance their performance and well-being at work. Her interests include emotional literacy, emotional regulation, empathy, and conflict management and resolution. Christine is an alumna of the University of London from where she received her M.Sc. in Occupational Psychology and is currently reading for her PhD in Career Guidance at the University of Malta.

Hannah obtained a degree in B.Sc (Hons) in Communication Therapy, at the University of Malta (2023), with a First Class Honours. Throughout the course of her study, Hannah has also achieved two Dean’s Awards for Academic Achievement. Between studies and professional work life, Hannah has had the opportunity to work with diverse clientele including both adults and children, having worked with several types of disorders and difficulties including speech-language difficulties, acquired difficulties in adults, swallowing difficulties, voice difficulties, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) system users amongst others. Her undergraduate dissertation focused on communication and feeding difficulties in preterm children, and how the speech-language pathologist’s role in this area may be improved. Hannah has had the opportunity to study abroad at Thomas Moore University in Antwerp, Belgium, where she has gained further insight in paediatric field and acquired cognitive difficulties, voice disorders, feeding and swallowing disorders. Currently Hannah is following a MSc in Speech, Language and Communication with City, University of London. Hannah is committed to taking a holistic and evidence-based practice approach. This involves looking at the client’s overall picture and helping them achieve their maximum potential, which is why she fits in well within the Polaris integrative care environment.

Corinne graduated in Pharmacy in 1992 and then furthered her studies in Education obtaining her Post Graduate Certificate in Education to teach Science and Biology in 1998. In 2008, she obtained her first Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Malta focusing her research on the Role of Emotional Intelligence in School Leadership, holding the concept of Emotional Intelligence very close to her heart. In 2018, Corinne obtained her second Masters Degree in Gestalt Psychotherapy from the Gestalt Psychotherapy Training Institute in Malta. She also recently finished her course in mindfulness. Corinne currently works as a Head of School but her role as a psychotherapist plays a huge part of her life as she feels that she can be of great support to people around her. Her areas of specialisation include bereavement, dealing with stress and anxiety, burnout and developing one's emotional intelligence to lead a much better life on a personal level, at the workplace and in relationships. Corinne believes that understanding, accepting and nurturing oneself underpins one's ability to lead a more content life in this competitive and demanding world. Corinne has prepared and led various professional development programs for various institutions in Malta using her favourite theme of developing one's Emotional Intelligence in preventing burnout at work, improving collaboration with others as well as fueling teamwork. Corinne also has a particular interest in neuroscience and holistically uses her professional knowledge as a Pharmacist, Head of School and Gestalt Psychotherapist to fully understand her clients and support them in leading more fruitful and positive lives. Her mindful approach to Gestalt Psychotherapy enables clients to find more balance, happiness, self-worth and harmony in their lives in general. Corinne is an avid reader, enjoys learning and loves to travel especially to faraway places where one can trek for hours and appreciate nature. She loves cycling and she loves spending time with her family and her two dogs.

Delicia is a warranted Family and Systemic Psychotherapist, having obtained a Masters in Family Therapy and Systemic Practice from the University of Malta. Her career in the social care field started as a social worker in the public sector, mainly in the field of substance abuse and mental health. Through this experience she collaborated with other local agencies in the field of family wellbeing, psychiatry, child protection, and criminal justice. It’s here where her interest in Family Therapy started emerging, when she witnessed the importance that families and significant relationships have in the way that individuals view their reality about themselves and others. Delicia has worked as a Family Therapist in local agencies in the public and voluntary sector as well as in the private sector. Delicia has also furthered her studies in Health and Social Care Management and has been lecturing in a local vocational college for the past ten years. Her passion and honour lie in witnessing individuals and families supporting each other’s growth, improvising new scripts, and creating fulfilling and healing relationships, which she does with great pride at Polaris BrainGym and Well-Being Factory.

Chiara is a Health Psychology Practitioner, who obtained an Undergraduate degree in Psychology in Malta, before attaining her Master’s Degree in Health Psychology in the UK. Chiara has worked in clinical environments with a very diverse clientele that includes children, adolescents, adults and families. She has experience working with a wide range of mental and physical health concerns, including anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Eating disorders, Somatic Symptoms and related Disorders, and various others. Chiara believes in a holistic, interdisciplinary and all-encompassing approach to wellbeing. She incorporates elements of CBT and mindfulness in her practice, and has a special interest in using evidence-based creative approaches when working with children especially, whilst also being very passionate about health promotion and health behaviour change. Chiara’s particularly passionate about working with young people, which she does with great Pride at Polaris BrainGym and Well-Being Factory.

Sarah obtained her medical degree at the University of Malta and after that she worked as a medical doctor in the UK for 8 years. She also has a Health Coaching certification and a certification on Plant Based Nutrition. She now lives in rural central Portugal were she has slowed down her life and does what she loves- coaches clients to feel their best selves! Sarah is passionate about the prevention of lifestyle related conditions and living a more mindful holistic life to optimise health and well-being. Her philosophy is that of abundance> restriction and believes small daily changes lead to big habit changes that could in turn be life changing. Sarah is always looking to learn, improve and focus on her own self development. She feels strongly about giving her clients the most up-to-date, evidence-based information out there. In her free time she loves gardening, cold-water river swims and walks in nature with her family.

Ian is trained and certified in Athletics Coaching, Exercise and Fitness Training. He also holds a diploma in Anatomy & Physiology, Holistic Massage, and has expertise in nutrition and dietetics. Ian has practiced long-distance running for almost 30 years and has competed at national level both locally and abroad for the first 10-15 years. After all these years, Ian still has a passion for running, continuing to run on an almost daily basis; however his focus nowadays has shifted towards movement in general and holistic wellbeing, thus integrating yoga, weights, circuit training and swimming into his regular self-practice. He thrives on transmitting what he knows to other athletes and other clients who wish to improve their overall fitness and wellbeing. Through coaching, massage and personal training, Ian will help you to get your body back in shape, health on track, and wellbeing on the agenda.

Alexandra is a member of the Malta Association of Psychotherapists. She graduated from the University of Malta with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) in 2015, after which she completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Systemic Psychotherapy through the Institute of Family Therapy Malta. She then continued her training through a Masters in Family Therapy and Systemic Practice within the same institute. Alexandra has experience in the educational and social field, working with children and adults with learning difficulties and intellectual disabilities, together with their families. Throughout these experiences she collaborated with other local state agencies and non-governmental organizations in the field of individual and family wellbeing and mental health. As a systemic psychotherapist at Polaris, Alexandra helps individuals, couples and families with challenging certain beliefs and behaviours, thus empowering them to create healthier and more functional ways of relating. Other areas of interest include personal and professional well-being and growth, parenting, intimate relationships and emotional regulation.

Assessing developmental conditions such as autism, AD(H)D, dyslexia, learning difficulties, giftedness etc. Also working with emotional, behavioural, educational, social or developmental issues.

Mike Orland is currently one of the Family Therapists at Polaris. Graduated at the University of Malta with a BA (Hons) Social Work in 2005, Mike worked in various fields with his main contributions being in addictions and the migration sector. With a growing interest in relationship dynamics, Mike went on to complete a Masters degree in Family Therapy and Systemic Practice in 2016 at the University of Malta, As a warranted psychotherapist, he has since been practising couples and family therapy thus gaining valuable experience in the field.

From a young age, Claire has been drawn to the world of the healing professions. Her interests in human interactions lead her to study psychology at the University of Malta, after which she acquired her Masters degree in Transcultural Counselling. This degree opened up her horizons to the diverse forms of healing modalities from different cultures all over the world, and this in turn has sparked her interest in learning more about Complementary Therapies. Claire achieved a VTCT Diploma in Complementary Therapies which includes basic practise in aromatherapy, body massage and reflexology, further gaining another 2 VTCT Diplomas in Advanced Aromatherapy and Advanced Reflexology. Equipped with her psychology background and complementary therapy training, Claire has an in depth understanding of how the mind and body relate to each other and will be able to assist you at Polaris by creating a personalised treatment plan to enhance your well-being journey, including tailor-made aromatherapy products and/or reflexology/massage treatments. Claire recently has also become more interested in neurodiversity, as she herself feels very drawn to neurodivergent people and notices that neurodivergent people also seem to feel very at ease around her too. This led her to obtaining an Award in the ADHD Adult Coaching Approach. She is currently offering ADHD coaching sessions at Polaris, at a discounted rate, not only to people who are diagnosed with ADHD, but to any adult who identifies as having symptoms or issues similar to those experienced by people who have ADHD. These sessions will be part of her training leading up to further studies and qualifications.

Silvia obtained her Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Padua (Italy) in 2000. She has been practicing as a full-timer locally since 2012. Silvia is not only a Psychologist but also a Psychotherapist as she went on to specialise in Expressive Psychotherapy from the Institute of Expressive Psychotherapy (IPSE) in Bologna. She is fluent in Italian, her first language and also offers intervention in English and Italian. As a Psychotherapist, she gained precious experience working with a variety of clients: children, adolescents and adults, diagnosed as suffering from depression, anxiety or personality disorders or simply encountering a challenging period in their lives. She also cooperated with other organizations such as Villa Margherita in Vicenza, Italy, a private treatment facility for clients with psychotic and anxiety and personality disorders. For three years, she also led groups for physical-psychological relaxation using specific techniques in two wards at the hospital in Vicenza: the Diagnosis and Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders Unit (assisting patients with acute mental health conditions), and the Centre for Eating Disorders, where she supported teenagers suffering from bulimia and anorexia. Furthermore, for five years, Silvia enjoyed working on prevention in a primary school setting, leading weekly art therapy sessions for children. Silvia is a very reliable, good tempered, creative and hardworking person, with a genuine interest in people and a call to help them in a kind and respectful way. Therefore, when she discovered Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), she felt it was an approach that perfectly matched her personality and values. What Silvia loves about this technique is the fact that it is a very respectful and powerful method, which allows her to help others not only in emergency situations but also to assist and promote personal development and wellbeing. EFT helps clients feel that they are taken care of holistically, with a 360-degree interest in the person, and not just in their symptoms. It enhances their self-knowledge, empowers them to activate the change they would like to see in their lives, and to take control of their own wellbeing by applying the EFT technique themselves in times of need.

Rebecca graduated from the University of Malta in 2006 with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and went on to pursue a Master’s Degree in Neuropsychology from the University of Maastricht, The Netherlands, which she obtained in 2009. In 2016 she graduated from a PhD in Applied Cognitive Neuroscience from the University of Padova, Italy. She has 14 years of experience working with both adults and children with a variety of Neurological and Neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism and ADHD as well as brain injuries and other Neurological and Neuropsychiatric conditions, including anxiety and depression. Owing also to her vast experience in International Sports as Malta’s Long Jump National Record holder, Rebecca has a wealth of experience in Sports Psychology, working with athletes and individuals alike seeking to pursue a more physically active lifestyle and/or working towards Psychological and Physical recovery following injury. In 2020 and 2021, she managed the Psychology Department at the leading Rehabilitation Hospital in Malta, and was one of the Managers and Assessment Lead of a local multidisciplinary team in the private sector working with both adults and children in the field of Mental Health. She has also been a visiting lecturer with the Department of Psychology and the Department of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Malta since 2010. Rebecca is an asset to the Polaris team as she brings a rich and varied provision of services to our valued clients. As a Psychologist she works closely with both adults and children, integrating family members and/or significant others in the intervention process. She adopts a multidisciplinary approach and tailors intervention plans according to the presenting needs. Rebecca mainly uses a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) approach towards achieving mental health and overall wellbeing. She specializes in cognitive and behavioural assessments, lifestyle changes, Motivational Interviewing, Mental Coaching as well as Cognitive Rehabilitation, whilst offering Psychoeducation and Psychological Support. Rebecca is a mother of two young children, and together with her family, is currently based in San Marino (Italy). She offers online therapy and consultation sessions for Polaris. She also comes to her homeland every eight (8) weeks on average, to provides face to face consultations at the Factory.