As a psychologist, I offer a warm, collaborative space where your story is honoured without judgement. A research-grounded process designed to support your unique needs and promote sustainable wellbeing.
It’s a pleasure to have you here! I’m Carla, a Brazilian psychologist currently based in the Netherlands, with over 12 years of experience in both clinical and organizational settings. My training allows me to provide long-term therapy as well as more focused, short-term approaches. Together, we will determine what works best for you, based on your needs, goals and circumstances.
Taking this first step, asking for help, is often the hardest part. Now that you’re here, I will be by your side, helping you overcome obstacles and build your own set of tools to gain the autonomy to lead your life in the most authentic way possible.
I specialise in contemporary challenges such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and addictions, and I am currently studying the neuroscience of psychiatric disorders.
I deeply value open-mindedness, transparency, and true collaboration. I bring professional expertise, but you are the expert in your own life, and together, we will shape the path that’s right for you.
If you can't find a suitable timeslot in my calendar, please feel free to drop me a message.
My approach is structured, mindful, and collaborative. We’ll take the time to understand your unique needs, and together, we’ll design a therapeutic plan that supports your growth and autonomy.
In our first sessions, we’ll take the time to get to know each other. I will explain how I work, answer any questions you may have, and carefully assess your needs. Based on this, I will create a personalized therapeutic plan, which I will share with you for your feedback and consent, ensuring we move forward together in a way that feels right for you.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist – Independent Practice (Brazil & International — Online)
2012 – Present
• Provide psychotherapy for adults using psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and integrative approaches.
• Specialization in anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, emotional dysregulation, and mind–body conditions.
• Conduct diagnostic interviews, case formulation, and long-term therapeutic follow-up.
• Experience with multilingual and multicultural clients (Portuguese, English, Italian).
Clinical Training – Eating Disorders & Mental Health – UNESP -Psychiatric Hospital
• Work with adult patients presenting eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, and somatic symptoms.
• Conducted intake assessments, diagnostic observations, and therapeutic follow-up.
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Consultant Psychologist – Freelance / Various Organizations
2021 – 2024
Psychologist since 2012, graduated from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie in Brazil, where I am also a licensed psychotherapist (CRP 06/171441).
My clinical approach is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, where I completed most of my training. In recent years, I have also specialised in CBT and contextual approaches, such as DBT and ACT, to expand my expertise and provide more comprehensive care. This allows us to collaboratively build a path tailored to your individual needs and therapeutic preferences.
Eating Disorders specialist studies and residence completed at UNIFESP (Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2023), offering you a safe space to look after your relationship with food and body image.
Postgraduate studies in Neuropsychology (University of Essex and PUC-PR - in progress).