Patricia has helped me a lot even though it was brief. She’s kind and understanding and very easy to talk to.
Patricia Foster, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Patricia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Patricia. View 17 reviews
- Great news, Patricia is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
She’s been so kind and patient. She’s a great listener
More about Patricia
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am a Counselling Practitioner and member of the BACP (UK) with over 17 years of experience. I have trained in addictions, child counselling and domestic violence and throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from all walks of life who come to me with a wide range of concerns including addiction, low confidence & self esteem, personality disorder, mental health concerns including anxiety and depression, relationship issues and parenting problems. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am fundamentally a Person Centred Counsellor whose approach combines CBT, humanistic, motivational & solution focussed and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our sessions and treatment goals/plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I will provide a warm, compassionate, non judgemental and safe place for you to explore your concerns, emotions, behaviours and needs and we will work together to help you to find a better place to be.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 392995 · Expires April 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Patricia Foster
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Patricia has helped me a lot even though it was brief. She’s kind and understanding and very easy to talk to.
She’s been so kind and patient. She’s a great listener
Patricia is kind, compassionate and empathetic. She is also very knowledgeable and experienced. Which is equally important to me. I always feel I am being heard. It is clear to me that she genuinely cares, and her empathetic approach is what works best for me.
Patricia is a kind and patience therapist who is a keen listener. She's very positive but also very realistic.
A very supportive and thoughtful therapist. I have had almost 3 months of sessions with Patricia and believe I'm making progress.
Patricia has been incredible, I don’t have any other words. Over the past year and a half she has helped me discover and understand parts of my mind I would still get to get a grasp of. Couldn’t recommend her anymore, I feel like I’ve made a lifelong friend in the process.
I would highly recommend Patricia!!! She listens to you and understands you. She helped me understand the real issue... She is a great therapist!!!!!! Thank you Patricia!!!!
Unbelievably kind and compassionate. Gave me honest feedback and really helped me tackle my issues head on. It was a pleasure working with her.
Patricia is wonderful and incredibly easy to talk to. She gives valuable insight, is so understanding and really guides with love and genuine support you can feel even from afar!
Patricia is always there when I need her to offer sound advice and a listening ear
Patricia is a fantastic therapist. She is so understanding and has a great attitude. Highly recommend her services.
The loveliest most understanding therapist I have ever had! Will always answer me as soon as she can and always listens without judgement! X
Patricia is so so lovely. She is understanding and genuinely cares about what you are saying. She always replies in a timely manner and in only three sessions we have already built a strong therapeutic relationship. I highly recommend Patricia & Better Help!
Patricia couldn’t be better, she’s attentive, patient, well informed, understanding and the loveliest person to talk to.
Patricia is great! After my sessions with her I always leave feeling more confident in myself and more aware of my choices in the situations that we explore together. My anxiety and stress have definitely improved a lot since starting my sessions with her.
So far so good :)
Patricia is a fantastic therapist. She listens and tries to focus on your main points you make. She is so easy to talk to and is willing to speak regularly as you’d like be it through message or call. I cannot recommend her enough and we have only been conversing for 14 days.
Frequently asked questions
Does Patricia Foster offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Patricia Foster works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Patricia Foster speak?
Patricia Foster speaks English.
How many years of experience does Patricia Foster have?
Patricia Foster has 20 years of experience.
Where is Patricia Foster licensed to practice?
Patricia Foster is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Patricia Foster accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Patricia Foster accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Patricia Foster offer?
Patricia Foster offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Patricia Foster?
Patricia Foster can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Patricia Foster?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.