In a world where mental health is increasingly in the spotlight, Toalá Carolina emerges as an inspiring and multifaceted figure. At 48 years old, she is not only a psychoanalyst and neuroscientist with extensive training in science and mental health but also a true agent of transformation. She has touched thousands of lives through her books, lectures, and methods on digital platforms, revolutionizing, with her remarkable skills, the mysteries of unconscious pathologies while addressing issues such as depression, panic disorder, phobias, emotional obesity, and addictions.
Trained in Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy, Toalá holds a postgraduate degree in Neuroscience and Behavior from PUC-RS and a bachelor’s degree in Law with a specialization in the Maria da Penha Law. She is also studying Psychology, and is pursuing a Postgraduate degree in Psychology with a Psychoanalytic approach, and has training in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) with Anthony Robbins. Her holistic approach combines neuroscience, psychoanalysis, and free spirituality, integrating practical tools to help people reframe their stories and achieve a “comeback.” Her motto, “I Am Strong, I Bring Luck,” reflects her personal journey of overcoming challenges, including experiences of violence and emotional trauma, which she transforms into fuel to help others.
As a prolific writer, Toalá is the author of 18 books, including the award-winning Emotional Weight Loss: Change Your Mind, Change Your Body, published by Editora Matrix and recognized by the Brazilian Academy of Letters. The book offers a 30-day guide for mental reprogramming, combating compulsive eating, and promoting healthy habits. Her methods, such as the online courses Emotional Weight Loss, Get Out of the Hole (inspired by her personal experiences), and Writers’ School, have generated millions in sales and impacted thousands of students.
Toalá Carolina is also an entrepreneur, the owner of a publishing house, and has received several awards and titles, including an honorary doctorate for her contributions to literature and science, serving the broader population. Recognized by the São Paulo State Legislative Assembly (ALESP) with an honorary doctorate in Letters, she is celebrated for her societal contributions through original methods that blend science and well-being. Additionally, she operates as a digital and editorial entrepreneur, collaborating on projects that integrate art, literature, and personal transformation.
In the media landscape, Toalá shines as a presenter. She currently hosts a mental health segment on Brazilian television in the program The One, broadcast on open TV and reaching over 150 countries, with her segment À Lá Toalá, where she discusses topics like resilience and emotional well-being alongside hosts such as Paulo Fonseca and Mama Bruschetta. Additionally, she leads her successful podcast, TraLáLá Talk, produced by Editora Casa da Poesia, where she interviews distinguished guests about philosophy, quantum physics, ancestry, and technology, garnering a significant audience. Previously, she took over from Evandro Santo on the Puramente Podcast, focused on stories of resilience, and was considered for programs on RedeTV!.
And it doesn’t stop there: at 48, Toalá Carolina integrates free spirituality into her therapies, establishing herself as one of Brazil’s most effective and prominent therapists. Her digital presence is robust, with active YouTube (@toalacarolina) and Instagram (@toalacarolina) channels, where she shares content on prosperity, well-being rituals, and motivation. Toalá has a waiting list of patients in Brazil and Brazilian communities worldwide, dedicating her life to helping people rise up. Her mission is to break limiting patterns, fostering profound and accessible change. In interviews, such as on Podcast da Quebrada and YouTube, she shares her story of resilience, inspiring a generation to prioritize mental health.
With a career spanning law to media, Toalá Carolina proves that overcoming challenges is not only possible but transformative. Her impact continues to grow in 2025, solidifying her as a leader in mental health and personal empowerment in Brazil and beyond with the release of her new book, “Praga de Mãe Pega,” which explores the downsides of having a narcissistic mother.
