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Héctor Lozano Jiménez Registered Health Psychologist in Palmones
Director of Ocnos Psychology Clinic. He supports people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, self-imposed pressure and emotional blocks through clear, practical therapy adapted to each person's everyday life.
- COPAO AN 11777
- In-person and online appointments
- Spanish and English
Registered Health Psychologist · Director of Ocnos Psychology Clinic
Professional profile
Understanding what is happening so you can move forwards
Héctor Lozano Jiménez is a Registered Health Psychologist in Spain, registered with COPAO under membership number AN 11777, and director of Ocnos Psychology Clinic, a health psychology clinic in Palmones.
He sees therapy as a collaborative process. The first step is to understand precisely what is happening, what may be maintaining it and how it is affecting everyday life. From there, realistic goals are agreed and practical tools are developed around the person's circumstances, stage of life and values.
His work combines psychoeducation, evidence-based strategies and a contextual perspective. This means looking beyond the symptom itself to consider relationships, routines, demands, environment and coping responses that may help in the short term whilst keeping the difficulty going over time.
Having lived in London for several years, Héctor has also worked in English since 2012. He supports local residents, people from Gibraltar and international residents looking for psychological support in English in Campo de Gibraltar.
Areas of support
Difficulties commonly explored in therapy
Héctor mainly supports adults and young people experiencing emotional distress, persistent worry, feeling stuck or other difficulties affecting their wellbeing, relationships or day-to-day functioning.
Anxiety and stress
Excessive worry, physical symptoms, feeling overwhelmed, avoidance, anticipatory fear and difficulty switching off.
Depression, low motivation and feeling stuck
Low mood, loss of interest, exhaustion, isolation, feelings of emptiness or difficulty getting back into a manageable rhythm.
Perfectionism and self-imposed pressure
Constant pressure, fear of making mistakes, comparison, guilt when resting and the sense that nothing is ever enough.
OCD and persistent worry
Understanding obsessions, compulsions, mental rituals and safety behaviours that can keep the problem going.
LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy
Respectful, non-pathologising support around identity, sexual orientation, relationships, self-esteem and minority stress.
Decisions, boundaries and relationships
Personal blocks, communication, boundaries, emotional regulation and working through complex problems.
Therapeutic approach
Clear, practical therapy connected to your circumstances
The process is adapted to each person. Even so, three ideas consistently guide the way Héctor works.
Understand before intervening
Making sense of symptoms, identifying patterns and understanding why certain responses have persisted can reduce confusion and self-blame.
Set goals that matter
Therapy is not limited to “feeling better”. It also aims to help people reconnect with activities, relationships and choices they value.
Practise between sessions
Tools are gradually taken into real-life situations, reviewing what helps, what feels difficult and what may need adjusting.
His work at Ocnos
Clinical direction, therapy and responsible psychological information
As director of Ocnos Psychology Clinic, Héctor combines psychological care with coordinating the clinical project and creating accessible mental health resources. The priority is to offer clear information, professional support and a space where asking for help feels a little easier.
His previous experience in education and architecture brings particular awareness of how environment, routines and everyday demands can affect mental health.
- Clear psychoeducation
- Shared goals
- Practical tools
- Progress reviews
- Attention to context
- An adaptable pace
Training and professional development
Ongoing development focused on clinical practice
Alongside his professional qualification as a Registered Health Psychologist and his COPAO registration, Héctor undertakes further training in areas connected with difficulties frequently brought to therapy.
Further training is presented as additional professional information. It does not replace verification of professional registration or, by itself, imply an officially recognised healthcare speciality.
Beyond the consultation room
Making mental health easier to understand
Héctor takes part in talks and community activities across Campo de Gibraltar. These initiatives aim to make psychology more accessible to educational settings, associations and community groups without presenting general information as personalised clinical advice.
In-person and online appointments
Psychological support from Palmones for Campo de Gibraltar
Héctor sees clients at Ocnos Psychology Clinic in Edificio Azabache, Palmones, opposite Quirón Campo de Gibraltar Hospital. The clinic is well connected to Los Barrios, Algeciras, San Roque, La Línea de la Concepción, Sotogrande and Gibraltar.
He also offers online therapy when this format is appropriate for the person's needs and circumstances.
Professional transparency
Professional registration and verified profiles
You can verify Héctor's professional registration and view his other professional profiles. The Psychology Today listing belongs to Ocnos Psychology Clinic as a practice.
Would you like to know whether Héctor may be able to help?
You can contact Ocnos, briefly explain what you need and ask about availability. If another member of the team may be a better fit for your situation, we can also guide you.
Articles and resources
Latest articles and resources by Héctor Lozano
Articles, exercises and guided audios to help you understand a range of psychological difficulties and explore practical tools. This information is educational and does not replace an individual professional assessment.
When to Seek Sex Therapy: Signs, Common Questions and How It Can Help
Sex therapy can be helpful when difficulties with desire, anxiety, pain, intimacy or communication begin to affect wellbeing. This article explains when to seek help, which signs matter, and how therapy can support individuals and couples.
Couples Therapy: How to Improve Communication and Break the Cycle of Conflict
Couples therapy can help partners understand why the same conflicts keep repeating and how communication patterns affect their relationship. In this article we explain how couples therapy works, which relationship difficulties are most common in therapy, and what psychological strategies can help improve communication and rebuild connection.
What is the most severe type of depression? Severe, psychotic and high-risk depression explained
There is no single diagnosis called “the worst depression”. A severe depressive episode sits at the severe end of standard depression classifications, while psychotic symptoms, immediate suicide risk, profound self-neglect or inability to eat and drink can make a presentation especially urgent. This guide explains how clinicians judge severity, what different labels mean and how severe depression is treated.
Dyslexia in Campo de Gibraltar: what it is, diagnosis and treatment
Dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects reading and writing, but not intelligence. In this article, we explain how to recognise the signs at different ages, its emotional impact, how it is assessed, and what evaluation and intervention options are available in Campo de Gibraltar for children, adolescents and adults.
How to support an adult child with depression: what helps, what harms and when to seek professional help
Supporting an adult son or daughter with depression can feel frightening and confusing. This guide explains what parents can realistically do, what usually makes things worse, how to respect autonomy without stepping back completely and when urgent or professional help is needed.
What is depression? Symptoms, causes, what keeps it going and what genuinely helps
Depression is not simply feeling sad, and it does not have one single cause. It can affect mood, pleasure, energy, thinking, sleep, the body, relationships and everyday functioning. This guide explains how depression can present, what may keep it going, how it differs from other forms of distress and which treatments are supported by evidence.
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More psychology resources from Ocnos
The Ocnos blog includes resources from our team on anxiety, depression, relationships, neuropsychology, sex therapy and emotional wellbeing. If you would like guidance for your particular circumstances, you can contact the clinic.