Lisa Papas, ACA

Lisa Papas brings 30 years of professional experience to her practice and is credentialed in Australia with ACA. She creates a supportive environment where people can safely share their stories and explore the changes they want to make. Her work has covered a wide range of concerns - from navigating traumatic life events and grief to addressing chronic health issues, substance use and addiction, and the complex dynamics of relationships and family life.

Lisa has supported people through parenting and pregnancy challenges, life stage transitions, bereavement, and the ongoing strain of caregiving. She also works with issues such as stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career concerns and intimacy-related problems. Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity and compassion, and she encourages the courage it takes to pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.

Throughout her long career she aims to offer practical support and steady presence as clients work toward their goals. Lisa combines clinical experience with a commitment to listening closely and helping each person find strategies that fit their situation and values.

Therapeutic approaches offered online and how they help

Lisa Papas uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts or feelings, and commit to actions that build a meaningful life. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore how early relationships influence current patterns in bonds and intimacy - it can help with abandonment issues, attachment concerns and relationship or family challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is practiced to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to build practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, sleep problems and mood difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lisa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as therapy progresses to keep it relevant and effective.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote access. These formats make it easier to attend regular sessions from home or another convenient place and to maintain continuity of care even when life circumstances change.