Carolina Lima Locatelli , ACA

Carolina Lima Locatelli is an ACA counsellor who helps women and other adults navigate relationship stress, family strain and the impacts of trauma. She offers a calm, friendly presence so people can talk about difficult experiences without feeling judged. Sessions focus on practical steps that can ease overwhelming feelings and improve day-to-day life.

Carolina uses a collaborative style. She listens first, then works with each person to set simple goals. Conversations aim to build coping skills, strengthen self‑compassion, and improve communication in important relationships.

Her work often addresses attachment wounds, abandonment fears and the shame that follows traumatic events. She also supports people dealing with body image, social anxiety, panic symptoms and mood difficulties. Many clients come to her when life changes such as separation or grief make coping harder.

Therapeutic methods include acceptance and commitment ideas, cognitive behavioural tools, mindfulness practice and elements from dialectical behaviour approaches. These are used in ways that fit the individual, not as rigid rules. Trauma-focused techniques are included when safe and useful.

Carolina has three years of clinical experience working with adults and young people in Australia. She speaks English and Portuguese and tailors sessions to each person’s pace. Her aim is to help clients feel steadier, more able to manage emotions, and clearer about next steps.

Approaches that suit online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values. It can be useful for life purpose questions, shame and anxiety. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and trying practical exercises to change mood and behaviour. It often helps with panic, mood disorders and social anxiety. Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the heart of sessions; the counsellor offers empathetic listening and reflection so clients can find their own solutions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Carolina will discuss different methods and tailor them to the client's goals and preferences. She collaborates with each person to try techniques and adjust based on what feels most helpful.

Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging add flexibility. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation, phone calls can fit into a busy day or use less bandwidth, and messaging suits shorter check-ins or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions from different locations and at varying times.