Carolyn Thai, ACA
Accredited counsellor specializing in relationships
- Relationship and family issues
- Trauma and addiction support
- Flexible online sessions
About Carolyn Thai
Carolyn Thai is an accredited counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) who focuses on supporting people to build mental health and wellbeing that lead to more meaningful, fulfilling lives. With a Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology and a Master of Counselling, she combines academic training with clinical accreditation in both group and individual supervision to guide clients through complex personal challenges. She has also completed Level 1 and Level 2 training in Gottman Couples Therapy, bringing structured, evidence-informed skills to work with couples and relationship concerns.
Her practical experience spans community services, education and university settings, a government employment agency, and family services, which has informed a pragmatic and empathetic approach to care. Carolyn has worked with young people, adults, and whole families from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, addressing issues such as alcohol and substance use, homelessness, unemployment, family violence, abuse, trauma, and neglect.
Carolyn’s clinical interests include relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, stress and anxiety, addictions, grief and intimacy-related issues, parenting and fatherhood concerns, ADHD, and a range of attachment and abandonment-related problems. She aims to empower clients to navigate life transitions, improve communication, and develop healthier coping strategies in both individual and relational contexts.
Her practical experience spans community services, education and university settings, a government employment agency, and family services, which has informed a pragmatic and empathetic approach to care. Carolyn has worked with young people, adults, and whole families from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, addressing issues such as alcohol and substance use, homelessness, unemployment, family violence, abuse, trauma, and neglect.
Carolyn’s clinical interests include relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, stress and anxiety, addictions, grief and intimacy-related issues, parenting and fatherhood concerns, ADHD, and a range of attachment and abandonment-related problems. She aims to empower clients to navigate life transitions, improve communication, and develop healthier coping strategies in both individual and relational contexts.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carolyn Thai have?
Carolyn Thai has eight years of experience.
Is Carolyn Thai a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds accreditation with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
In which languages does Carolyn Thai provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Carolyn Thai located?
Carolyn is located in Australia.
How can I work with Carolyn Thai as my therapist?
Clients can work with Carolyn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carolyn Thai work with international clients?
No. Carolyn Thai does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carolyn Thai cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Carolyn. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Carolyn draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy, alongside practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to support clients in online sessions. ACT helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility so they can take meaningful action even when difficult emotions arise; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust, assisting those who struggle with abandonment, intimacy, or relational repeat patterns. CBT offers structured strategies to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for symptoms of anxiety, low mood, and stress.Finding the right combination of approaches is a collaborative process. Carolyn works with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she tailors techniques so the therapeutic plan fits the individual and their circumstances rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy with Carolyn is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals while balancing work, family, or geographic constraints, and they allow therapy to continue even when in-person appointments are difficult to arrange.