Lisa Papas, ACA
Experienced Australian therapist for trauma and stress
- Trauma and grief
- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship support
About Lisa Papas
Lisa Papas is credentialed in Australia and brings 30 years of professional experience to her therapeutic work. She holds the credential ACA, a professional counseling credential, and has spent decades helping people make sense of difficult life chapters. Her approach emphasizes creating opportunities and a safe space for people to tell their stories and to be heard with respect and sensitivity.
Over the course of her career she has supported individuals through traumatic life events, chronic health concerns, substance use and addiction challenges, relationship difficulties, parenting and pregnancy issues, life-stage transitions, and the processes of grief, loss, and bereavement. She treats everyone with compassion and attention to their unique circumstances, focusing on practical ways to navigate change and regain balance.
Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life takes courage, her work centers on meeting people where they are and helping them explore options for coping and growth. Her practice reflects a commitment to thoughtful, empathetic care informed by many years of clinical experience.
Over the course of her career she has supported individuals through traumatic life events, chronic health concerns, substance use and addiction challenges, relationship difficulties, parenting and pregnancy issues, life-stage transitions, and the processes of grief, loss, and bereavement. She treats everyone with compassion and attention to their unique circumstances, focusing on practical ways to navigate change and regain balance.
Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life takes courage, her work centers on meeting people where they are and helping them explore options for coping and growth. Her practice reflects a commitment to thoughtful, empathetic care informed by many years of clinical experience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lisa Papas have?
Lisa Papas has 30 years of professional experience.
Is Lisa Papas a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential ACA, a professional counseling credential.
In which languages does Lisa Papas provide therapy?
Lisa Papas provides therapy in English.
Where is Lisa Papas located?
Lisa Papas is located in Australia.
How can I work with Lisa Papas as my therapist?
You can work with Lisa Papas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lisa Papas work with international clients?
Lisa Papas does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lisa Papas cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions with Lisa Papas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating formed in early connections and how those patterns affect current relationships; it can help with intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic, non-directive support that encourages clients to find their own solutions and build self-understanding, which can be helpful for grief, self-esteem, and adjusting to transitions.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lisa Papas works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify what fits best based on each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions are tailored over time so the approach can evolve as progress is made.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit varied schedules and circumstances. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, life transitions, or when in-person visits are not practical, while allowing therapists and clients to focus on meaningful work together.