Caroliz Perez-Acevedo, BACP
Psychodynamic and trauma-informed counsellor bilingual
- 9 years experience
- Works in English and Spanish
- Trauma and relationship focus
About Caroliz Perez-Acevedo
Caroliz Perez-Acevedo is a psychodynamic counsellor with a broad interest in emotional, psychological, and spiritual healing, and a particular focus on how these areas connect with physical wellbeing. She first moved toward counselling while studying alternative medicine and then completed an MSc in Counselling Studies at the University of Edinburgh in 2011-2012, where she concentrated on psychodynamic and person-centred approaches. She later finished her professional training with an MA in Counselling at Goldsmiths, University of London, qualifying to practise in 2016.
Over nine years she has gained extensive experience across mental health organisations in London, including Brent, Wandsworth & Westminster Mind (2017-present), the Latin American Women’s Rights Service (2019), and Living Well CIC (2021-present). Her clinical work has included supporting people with depression, anxiety, eating and sleeping difficulties, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, domestic violence, childhood trauma, and challenges with self-esteem. She has worked with diverse communities and has particular experience with LGBTQ+ clients, people living with HIV, and Latin American women.
Caroliz draws on psychodynamic therapy as her main training while integrating mindfulness, trauma-focused, somatic, movement, and body-oriented techniques. Her continuing professional development includes training in psychosynthesis, couple therapy for depression, and trauma-informed approaches. She works in English and Spanish and is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She describes her stance as curious, kind, and compassionate. Caroliz offers both short-term and long-term counselling; she is not currently accepting new clients.
Over nine years she has gained extensive experience across mental health organisations in London, including Brent, Wandsworth & Westminster Mind (2017-present), the Latin American Women’s Rights Service (2019), and Living Well CIC (2021-present). Her clinical work has included supporting people with depression, anxiety, eating and sleeping difficulties, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, domestic violence, childhood trauma, and challenges with self-esteem. She has worked with diverse communities and has particular experience with LGBTQ+ clients, people living with HIV, and Latin American women.
Caroliz draws on psychodynamic therapy as her main training while integrating mindfulness, trauma-focused, somatic, movement, and body-oriented techniques. Her continuing professional development includes training in psychosynthesis, couple therapy for depression, and trauma-informed approaches. She works in English and Spanish and is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She describes her stance as curious, kind, and compassionate. Caroliz offers both short-term and long-term counselling; she is not currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualityYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Caroliz Perez-Acevedo have?
Caroliz has 9 years of experience working as a counsellor and psychodynamic practitioner.
Is Caroliz Perez-Acevedo a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Caroliz Perez-Acevedo provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Caroliz Perez-Acevedo located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Caroliz Perez-Acevedo as my therapist?
You can work with Caroliz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Caroliz Perez-Acevedo work with international clients?
No. Caroliz does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Caroliz Perez-Acevedo cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Mindfulness Therapy helps people develop moment-to-moment awareness of thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. It often involves simple breath-based practices and gentle attention exercises that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, making it useful for anxiety, stress, and mood difficulties.
Psychodynamic Therapy explores how past relationships, early attachments, and unconscious patterns shape present feelings and behaviour. Through reflective conversation, this approach can help people gain insight into recurring relationship problems, self-esteem issues, and long-standing emotional patterns.
Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing traumatic experiences while supporting safety and stabilization. It aims to reduce the impact of trauma symptoms and to help people reclaim a sense of control and resilience in daily life.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Caroliz collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting sessions as understanding deepens. This collaborative process helps tailor short-term or longer-term plans that reflect the client’s priorities.
Online therapy provides practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow therapy to fit around work, family, and mobility needs. For many people these options increase accessibility, reduce travel time, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care with registered professionals and therapists.
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