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Patricia Lewis

Therapist or counsellor · Australia

Patricia Lewis

ACA, PACFA

Practical, strengths-based support for life changes

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Experience
9 years
Based in
Australia
Sessions
Online
Languages
English, Spanish
  • ACA and PACFA
  • Strengths-focused
  • English and Spanish

About Patricia

Patricia Lewis is an ACA and PACFA counsellor with nine years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety and relationship difficulties. She works with individuals facing family conflict, trauma and abuse, and helps people strengthen self-esteem and motivation. Patricia also offers support around career confidence and life purpose, and can bring a Christian counselling perspective if requested.

Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She treats each person as the expert in their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions focus on practical steps as well as understanding patterns that keep unhelpful thoughts and behaviours in place.

Patricia uses a mix of approaches to suit the person in front of her. That can include cognitive behavioural techniques to change stressful thinking, mindfulness practices to manage strong emotions, and narrative ideas to help reframe difficult stories. She also uses principles from the Gottman Method around communication and relationship habits when these are relevant.

People often come with concerns about control, codependency or the effects of past family dynamics. Patricia helps clients name what matters and set achievable goals for change. She aims to create a calm, respectful space for honest conversation and steady progress.

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Patricia works from Australia and asks people to use the Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to her availability.

Registration on record

ACA
Australia · 3332
PACFA
Australia · 30634

As listed on the therapist's profile. Membership can be checked with the professional body named.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

ACA · Australia, PACFA · Australia

Languages

English, Spanish

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Patricia commonly uses cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness therapy in her work. CBT looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful thinking. Mindfulness therapy emphasises present-moment awareness and simple techniques to reduce stress and manage strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Patricia works with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She combines techniques and adapts them as therapy progresses so the work matches what matters most to the client.

The original biography notes that she offers live sessions through video, phone or chat, so confirm the current session formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Patricia will discuss practical arrangements and tailor sessions to suit rhythms like work breaks, quiet evenings or brief coaching-style conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patricia often help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma and self-esteem challenges. Additional areas include workplace issues, codependency and divorce and separation.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her approach is collaborative and practical, combining problem-solving with reflection. She focuses on strengths and small, achievable changes.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

Patricia has nine years of professional experience working with a range of personal and relational issues. She draws on that background to tailor support to each person.

What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?

She holds ACA and PACFA credentials and practises from Australia.

Which languages can sessions be held in?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

What session formats are available?

The original biography states that Patricia offers live sessions through video, phone or chat. Confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

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