Camila De Oliveira Mendes Leal, ACA
Therapist in Australia
ACA counsellor helping with trauma and anxiety
Continue with CamilaReview online therapy options on BetterHelp.
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
ACA
Languages
English, Portuguese
Based in
Australia
- Trauma-informed support
- Mind-body tools
- English and Portuguese
About Camila
Camila trained as a psychologist in Brazil and now practises in Australia as a Level 4 counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). She blends longer-term exploration with hands-on techniques so sessions can look different depending on what a person needs in the moment.
Her work draws on psychoanalytic thinking to help people understand recurring patterns and emotional triggers. She also uses breathwork drawn from HeartMath to calm the nervous system and mind-body tools to support emotional regulation.
Camila supplements these approaches with neuro-linguistic programming and hypnotherapy techniques aimed at shifting unhelpful patterns and accessing practical coping resources. Sessions may include reflection, breathing exercises and guided re-patterning work.
She has particular experience supporting people through trauma, perinatal mental health concerns, ongoing anxiety and chronic stress. She can also help with self-esteem, parenting concerns and coping with illness or major life transitions.
To begin, people follow the site's Start Therapy process and complete a short matching questionnaire to find a suitable appointment. Camila aims to work collaboratively and help each person build the skills they need to manage daily life more comfortably.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Camila uses psychoanalytic exploration to help people notice repeating patterns and emotional themes; online sessions can allow the same depth of reflection through careful conversation and guided prompts. She also uses breathwork techniques from HeartMath, which involve simple breathing and attention exercises that transfer well to a remote session and help with anxiety and stress.Neuro-linguistic programming and hypnotherapy elements are offered as practical tools to reframe habits and support internal shifts; these are delivered collaboratively and tailored to a person's readiness. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the first conversations, and Camila works with each person to decide what feels most useful for their goals and circumstances.
Practical benefits of online work include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and fewer travel commitments. If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the specific session formats available before booking so you know what will be offered. Many people find remote sessions useful for regular check-ins, guided breathing practice and conversational therapy that fits around daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Registration details
- ACA · Australia
- 86324
As listed on the therapist's professional profile. You can check these details with the relevant licensing board, professional body or registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Camila help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting worries, self-esteem and coping with life changes, among other related issues.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Camila combines psychoanalytic exploration with practical mind-body techniques such as breathwork, along with NLP and hypnotherapy tools to reframe patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of clinical experience, including training as a psychologist in Brazil and practice in Australia as an ACA counsellor.
Where does Camila practise and what credential does she hold?
She practises in Australia and holds ACA credentialing as a Level 4 counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
Which languages are supported in therapy?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate under a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a therapy process with Camila?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Some intimacy concerns have a physical side. If you notice pain or other physical symptoms, please speak with a doctor as well. Therapy can sit alongside medical care, not replace it.