Caroline Rosa
(she/her)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Counsellor
Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
PT-BR/ENG-speaking. Psychologist/Counsellor with online sessions based on ACT & DBT. I help you deal with anxiety differently, using a compassionate, trauma-informed, and justice-informed approach
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At a glance
Experienced on It's ComplicatedOver 2 years on It's Complicated
Usually responds within 8 hours
About me
Psychologist registered with the Brazilian Psychology Board (CRP) and an Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) specialist, currently practicing as a counsellor in the Netherlands and across the globe.
My practice is trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and rooted in social justice, because healing isn’t just individual; it’s shaped by the cultural, structural, and political contexts in which we live.
With a background in São Paulo, Brazil, and lived experience as an immigrant and member of the LGBTQ+ community, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to my work. My own mental health journey and activism (particularly in psychiatric hospital reform and feminism advocacy) deeply inform my approach: compassionate, evidence-based, and attuned to systemic inequities.
Whether you’re navigating trauma, life transitions, or the weight of oppressive systems, I’m here to help you reclaim agency and rewrite your story—without having to do it alone.
My practice is trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and rooted in social justice, because healing isn’t just individual; it’s shaped by the cultural, structural, and political contexts in which we live.
With a background in São Paulo, Brazil, and lived experience as an immigrant and member of the LGBTQ+ community, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to my work. My own mental health journey and activism (particularly in psychiatric hospital reform and feminism advocacy) deeply inform my approach: compassionate, evidence-based, and attuned to systemic inequities.
Whether you’re navigating trauma, life transitions, or the weight of oppressive systems, I’m here to help you reclaim agency and rewrite your story—without having to do it alone.
I speak:
EnglishPortuguese
Location:
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Approach
Treatment Approaches
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment TherapyRecommended for those who want to stop fighting negative thoughts and learn how to live with more acceptance and focus on what really matters in life.
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
DBT: Dialectical Behavior Therapy Recommended for those who want to learn skills to manage intense emotions and improve their relationships, especially if they feel easily overwhelmed.
My practice is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),
which focuses on building a rich, meaningful life guided by your personal values. In this context, "acceptance" never means resigning yourself to negative situations, but rather learning to make room for difficult emotions and thoughts so you can move forward toward your dreams and goals. "Commitment" means taking purposeful steps to create that meaningful life.
To tailor our work specifically to your needs, I also incorporate techniques from other modalities to provide the most effective support:
-Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): for building concrete skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy: to directly address and heal feelings of shame, guilt, and self-criticism, fostering kindness toward yourself.
- Socially Critical & Culturally Sensitive Lens: ensuring our work respects your entire identity - including your culture, background, and social environment.
We will develop a personalized plan tailored specifically to you and your unique goals.
I can help you if:
- You feel stuck, lost, or are searching for a deeper sense of purpose;
- You are navigating a big life change, like moving to a new city or country;
- Intense emotions like anger, shame, or anxiety feel overwhelming and hard to manage;
- You are critical of yourself and want to build self-love and self-compassion;
- You want to learn practical skills to improve your relationships and connect with the present moment.
You can have sessions with me in English or Portuguese (native). You can reach me here or through my email: carolinerosa.psi@gmail.com
which focuses on building a rich, meaningful life guided by your personal values. In this context, "acceptance" never means resigning yourself to negative situations, but rather learning to make room for difficult emotions and thoughts so you can move forward toward your dreams and goals. "Commitment" means taking purposeful steps to create that meaningful life.
To tailor our work specifically to your needs, I also incorporate techniques from other modalities to provide the most effective support:
-Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): for building concrete skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy: to directly address and heal feelings of shame, guilt, and self-criticism, fostering kindness toward yourself.
- Socially Critical & Culturally Sensitive Lens: ensuring our work respects your entire identity - including your culture, background, and social environment.
We will develop a personalized plan tailored specifically to you and your unique goals.
I can help you if:
- You feel stuck, lost, or are searching for a deeper sense of purpose;
- You are navigating a big life change, like moving to a new city or country;
- Intense emotions like anger, shame, or anxiety feel overwhelming and hard to manage;
- You are critical of yourself and want to build self-love and self-compassion;
- You want to learn practical skills to improve your relationships and connect with the present moment.
You can have sessions with me in English or Portuguese (native). You can reach me here or through my email: carolinerosa.psi@gmail.com
Experience
Over 2 years at It's Complicated
Clinical Experience
-Internships: Adolescent group therapy, psychiatric hospitals, and community centers for children in socially vulnerable contexts.
- Clinical Supervision: 3 years of supervised practice.
- Private Practice: 2022 - present
Community Work
- Volunteer in feminist empowerment projects, focusing on mental health and equity in girls and women.
- Volunteer in harm reduction centers for unhoused individuals and people with addiction.
-Internships: Adolescent group therapy, psychiatric hospitals, and community centers for children in socially vulnerable contexts.
- Clinical Supervision: 3 years of supervised practice.
- Private Practice: 2022 - present
Community Work
- Volunteer in feminist empowerment projects, focusing on mental health and equity in girls and women.
- Volunteer in harm reduction centers for unhoused individuals and people with addiction.
Education
- BS in Clinical Psychology – Universidade Paulista, Brazil (Recognized as a qualified psychologist by Dutch regulatory bodies)
- Specialized Training in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Additional Studies in Sociology & History (2 years) - Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF) - Brazil
- Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Specialized Training in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Additional Studies in Sociology & History (2 years) - Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF) - Brazil
- Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Services
Individual Session
€65 • 55 min • Online
Individual Session
Sliding scale
€55 • 55 min • Online
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Experienced on It's ComplicatedOver 2 years on It's Complicated
Usually responds within 8 hours
Usually responds within 8 hours