Francesca Palazzolo , PACFA

Francesca Palazzolo is a PACFA-credentialed therapist based in Australia with 10 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship difficulties, and the effects of trauma and abuse, offering practical support alongside compassionate care.

Francesca focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly. She adopts a collaborative stance, helping each person explore what matters to them and identify steps toward healthier coping and stronger connections.

Recognizing that beginning therapy often takes courage, Francesca encourages and affirms that first step while tailoring sessions to individual needs. PACFA stands for the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and indicates her recognised credentialing within the Australian counselling field.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people clarify their values and commit to actions that align with what matters most. It supports coping with anxiety, stress, and life transitions by teaching practical skills for accepting difficult feelings while moving toward meaningful goals.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns of connection and trust. It can be especially helpful for those dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, intimacy concerns, or relationship difficulties by fostering stronger, more secure ways of relating.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Francesca works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques as therapy progresses to ensure the best possible match.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and receive consistent support regardless of location, while still working with licensed professionals who tailor care to individual circumstances.