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Hi, I’m Paula Borges.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist based in Brisbane, Australia.

I’m registered with the Australian Counselling Association.
Originally trained as a psychologist in Brazil with over a decade of experience supporting people through emotional, relational and life challenges.

I work with adolescents (14+) and adults, particularly those who are carrying challenges not always visible to others.

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How I work

CBT

Process-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

DBT

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

ACT

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

My approach is collaborative and evidence-based.

I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Process-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills, and trauma-informed counselling to support adolescents aged 14+ and adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, chronic illness, ongoing stress, trauma-related experiences and life transitions.

Therapy with me is a space to feel heard, make sense of what has been happening, and gently build new ways of responding to life’s challenges.

Together, we work toward more clarity, flexibility, self-compassion and a life that feels more manageable and meaningful.