Professional Expertise

Grounded in evidence.
Committed to you.

I am Camila Caro-Castro, a registered counsellor (provisional NZAC member) based in Christchurch, New Zealand. I hold a five-year Professional Degree in Health Psychology from the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile — consistently ranked in the global top 100 — and bring over 10 years of experience working across mental health, early childhood, and community wellbeing in Chile, Germany, and New Zealand.

My practice is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based approach that helps clients develop psychological flexibility, clarify their values, and move toward a meaningful life — even in the presence of difficult thoughts and feelings. I work with adults navigating a wide range of challenges: anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, perinatal mental health, and the particular experience of building a life far from home. I offer sessions in both English and Spanish.

My Approach

How I work with you

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Rather than fighting difficult thoughts and emotions, ACT helps you build a new relationship with them — freeing you to take action aligned with what truly matters to you.

Trauma-Informed Practice

Every session is held in a safe, non-judgmental space that acknowledges the impact of past experiences on present wellbeing. Healing is guided by your pace and your readiness.

Culturally Responsive

With experience living and working across three countries, I understand what it means to navigate identity, belonging, and wellbeing across cultural contexts. Sessions are available in English and Spanish.

Evidence-Based & Relational

I combine clinical rigour with genuine warmth. The therapeutic relationship is central to change — and I bring my full professional self to every session.