Dr Carolina Barbosa

Perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma

I am a clinical psychologist with a keen interest in perinatal mental health. I understand the challenges that can emerge on the journey to parenthood and through parenting related issues. I am passionate about helping individuals and families feel seen and supported as they navigate this sensitive time in their lives. I am able to assist with issues ranging from fertility concerns, loss or emotional difficulties during pregnancy through to postnatal mental health and early parenting challenges. I have a good understanding of attachment theory and am a registered Circle of Security parent educator.

More broadly, I am also experienced in assisting adults with issues pertaining to depression, anxiety, relationships and/or trauma. I am trained in a number of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and draw flexibly from them depending on each client’s needs. However, I am often a particularly good fit for clients seeking to engage in regular, medium to long term therapy. I predominantly utilise Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and EMDR.

In terms of my therapeutic style, I aim to always show up with warmth and authenticity in the therapy room. I am also a deep thinker and like to work together with clients to build curiosity and insight into their difficulties. I understand that it can take a lot of courage for clients to show up to therapy and I strive to honour that by creating a compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental space for them to explore challenges in their lives.

I understand the importance of a good, trusting client-therapist relationship for therapy to feel effective. As such, I welcome requests to organise a 15-minute obligation free consultation with prospective clients who would like to get a better sense of my therapeutic style and whether I am a good fit to their current needs