Célia Ribeiro

Célia Ribeiro is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Management and Health Organizations, Portuguese Catholic University. She holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Coimbra and is a certified specialist in Educational Psychology, Work/Social/Organizational Psychology, and Community Psychology by the Portuguese Psychologists Association. As Ethics Ombudsman at the Viseu Regional Center, President of the Pedagogical Council, and Coordinator of the Extracurricular Internship Office and Dyslexia/Hyperactivity Centers, her work bridges academia, institutional leadership, and community-focused initiatives.

• Education: PhD in Psychology (University of Coimbra)

Her research spans Educational Sciences and Organizational Behavior, with a focus on psychological empowerment, academic motivation, and inclusive education strategies for students with special needs. She develops tools for figurative language assessment (TCM/THAM) and contributes to social entrepreneurship frameworks.

Recent publications analyze metalinguistic awareness, inclusive education, and organizational well-being. She collaborates on international projects like Lend a Hand and TEACHmi, aiming to improve social inclusion and teacher preparedness for migrant student integration. Her work emphasizes empirical validation, pedagogical innovation, and practical applications in educational and organizational contexts.

• Leadership Roles:
  • President, Pedagogical Council
  • Coordinator, Extracurricular Internship Office
  • Coordinator, Dyslexia and Behavioral Disorders Centers
  • Member, Portuguese Psychologists Association
• Key Collaborations:
  • International projects on migrant student inclusion
  • Regional health/social organization studies
  • Interdisciplinary research with teams in psychology and education