Camila De Oliveira Mendes Leal, ACA

Approaches that suit online therapy and how they work

Camila uses psychoanalytic exploration to help people understand where painful or repeating patterns come from and how early experiences shape current responses. That approach is about slow, thoughtful reflection and can help when anxious feelings seem tied to long-standing beliefs about self or relationships.

She pairs that work with breath-based tools such as HeartMath, which teach simple breathing and focus exercises to reduce anxiety and regulate physical responses. These techniques are practical and can be used between sessions to calm a fast heart or racing thoughts.

Neuro-linguistic programming and hypnotherapy elements are sometimes used to help reframe unhelpful thinking and access internal resources. These methods support short-term shifts in how people respond to stress and build confidence in managing triggers.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try techniques in session and adapt based on the client’s goals, preferences and day-to-day needs. Decisions about pace and focus are made together to suit each person.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video works well for a fuller conversational experience and visual cues, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit a short break at work. Live chat and messaging suit quick check-ins or people who prefer not to be on camera. These formats make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around everyday life.