Therapist
Lorena Collazo
ACA
Compassionate, evidence-based therapy for life challenges
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- Trauma-informed care
- Culturally responsive
- Supports neurodivergence
About Lorena
She creates a trauma-informed, non-judgemental space where people can feel heard and respected. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to what each person needs. Lorena aims to help clients recognise strengths, manage difficult feelings, and build day-to-day coping skills.
Lorena has five years of professional experience working with people living with disability, chronic illness and neurodivergence. She also supports those dealing with relationship conflict, family stress, childhood trauma, grief, and major health challenges such as cancer.
Her practice includes work with self-harm and suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, workplace burnout and emotional overwhelm. She also supports children, adolescents and adults through life transitions and cultural adjustment following migration.
In sessions she focuses on practical strategies and personal values. The aim is to develop realistic skills that fit into everyday life. Lorena emphasises respect, empathy and collaboration as the foundation for meaningful change.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English, Spanish
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How her approaches translate to online therapy
Lorena uses evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments to reduce anxiety and depression. ACT emphasises values and practical actions to build a meaningful life even with difficult feelings.She also draws on mindfulness and somatic-informed techniques to help with stress regulation and trauma symptoms. Mindfulness practices teach simple attention exercises to reduce reactivity. Somatic-informed work helps people notice bodily signals and develop gentle ways to calm the nervous system.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options with the client and agree on methods that match their goals, preferences and current needs. That collaborative process includes checking what feels helpful and adjusting methods over time.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so please confirm available formats before booking. Online sessions can make attending therapy easier by fitting into busy schedules, reducing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They can also suit people who prefer not to use video, want lower bandwidth options, or need sessions that better fit work and family commitments.
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Frequently asked questions
What difficulties does she help with?
She supports people managing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. Additional focus areas include family conflict, chronic illness, neurodivergence and relationship separation.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, blending evidence-based techniques with a trauma-informed, compassionate stance. Sessions aim to build skills and solve real-life problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working in Australia and internationally informed settings. Her background includes supporting people with complex health and social needs.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an ACA counsellor and practises in Australia. The ACA credential is shown as provided by the therapist.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not accepted at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on the chosen arrangement.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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