Lisa Papas, ACA
Experienced Australian counselor focused on trauma and life change
- Trauma and grief support
- Addiction and relationship help
- Flexible session formats
About Lisa Papas
Lisa Papas is an Australian-credentialed counselor with 30 years of professional experience, offering a steady and compassionate presence for people facing significant life challenges. She prioritizes creating a space where individuals feel welcome to tell their story and explore difficult experiences, including traumatic events, chronic health concerns, and struggles with substance use and addiction. Her approach is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and genuine empathy, with a focus on helping people manage relationship difficulties, parenting and pregnancy concerns, life stage transitions, and the impacts of grief, loss, and bereavement.
Over three decades of practice have shaped Lisa's ability to support clients through complex emotional and practical issues. She works collaboratively to identify strengths and build coping strategies that fit each person’s circumstances. Lisa emphasizes the courage it takes to seek change and offers steady support throughout the process of working toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Lisa holds the ACA credential, which reflects professional affiliation with the Australian counselling community. She aims to meet each person with patience and compassion, supporting them as they navigate recovery, adjustment, and personal growth.
Over three decades of practice have shaped Lisa's ability to support clients through complex emotional and practical issues. She works collaboratively to identify strengths and build coping strategies that fit each person’s circumstances. Lisa emphasizes the courage it takes to seek change and offers steady support throughout the process of working toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Lisa holds the ACA credential, which reflects professional affiliation with the Australian counselling community. She aims to meet each person with patience and compassion, supporting them as they navigate recovery, adjustment, and personal growth.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
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 ACA credential - the Australian Counselling Association affiliation.
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?
People 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the format that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule or to access support from a familiar environment.
Therapists and licensed professionals provide these services, and clients can change providers if they feel a different fit would be helpful. Online therapy offers an accessible way to begin or continue therapeutic work with skilled professionals when in-person options are not convenient or available.