I am a psychologist, PhD candidate in Cognitive Science at the University of Messina, and a trainee psychotherapist in systemic-relational therapy. My research focuses on epistemic injustice in psychiatry and clinical psychology, with particular attention to how diagnostic practices, power dynamics, and language influence the experience and recognition of mental distress. I am deeply interested in the intersection between scientific knowledge and lived experience, and I work to promote more inclusive, reflexive, and human-centered approaches to mental health. Alongside my academic work, I’m also involved in clinical training and public engagement, aiming to bridge the gap between research, therapy, and social awareness.