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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 18 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

I have been working with Patricia on BetterHelp for over a year, and I cannot express enough gratitude for the profound impact she has had on my life. I came to her during a time of great emotional turmoil, feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of navigating a complex and emotionally draining relationship. Patricia provided a safe and non-judgmental space where I could openly share my struggles, and her compassionate yet practical approach has been transformative. Patricia’s insight and expertise in understanding the dynamics of difficult relationships have been invaluable. She helped me to recognise and set healthy boundaries, regain my confidence, and reframe my perspective in ways that allowed me to take back control of my life. Her guidance was not only supportive but also empowering, equipping me with tools to handle tough situations and prioritise my emotional well-being. What I appreciate most about Patricia is her ability to listen deeply and respond with empathy while offering constructive strategies tailored to my needs. She truly understands the nuances of human relationships and has consistently been a steady source of support and encouragement throughout my journey. I am incredibly grateful for Patricia’s expertise, patience, and unwavering support. She has helped me grow in ways I never thought possible, and I feel more resilient and self-assured as a result of our work together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated therapist.

Reviewed January 2025

Patricia has helped me a lot even though it was brief. She’s kind and understanding and very easy to talk to.

Reviewed November 2024

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:

5.0

18 reviews

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Clients mention: Understanding Helped Recommend Great Easy Listens Support Easy to talk Empathetic Fantastic

I have been working with Patricia on BetterHelp for over a year, and I cannot express enough gratitude for the profound impact she has had on my life. I came to her during a time of great emotional turmoil, feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of navigating a complex and emotionally draining relationship. Patricia provided a safe and non-judgmental space where I could openly share my struggles, and her compassionate yet practical approach has been transformative. Patricia’s insight and expertise in understanding the dynamics of difficult relationships have been invaluable. She helped me to recognise and set healthy boundaries, regain my confidence, and reframe my perspective in ways that allowed me to take back control of my life. Her guidance was not only supportive but also empowering, equipping me with tools to handle tough situations and prioritise my emotional well-being. What I appreciate most about Patricia is her ability to listen deeply and respond with empathy while offering constructive strategies tailored to my needs. She truly understands the nuances of human relationships and has consistently been a steady source of support and encouragement throughout my journey. I am incredibly grateful for Patricia’s expertise, patience, and unwavering support. She has helped me grow in ways I never thought possible, and I feel more resilient and self-assured as a result of our work together. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated therapist.

Reviewed January 2025

Patricia has helped me a lot even though it was brief. She’s kind and understanding and very easy to talk to.

Reviewed November 2024

She’s been so kind and patient. She’s a great listener

Reviewed April 2024

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.

Reviewed February 2024

Patricia is a kind and patience therapist who is a keen listener. She's very positive but also very realistic.

Reviewed January 2024

A very supportive and thoughtful therapist. I have had almost 3 months of sessions with Patricia and believe I'm making progress.

Reviewed November 2023

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.

Reviewed November 2023

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!!!!

Reviewed August 2023

Unbelievably kind and compassionate. Gave me honest feedback and really helped me tackle my issues head on. It was a pleasure working with her.

Reviewed August 2023

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!

Reviewed June 2023

Patricia is always there when I need her to offer sound advice and a listening ear

Reviewed March 2023

Patricia is a fantastic therapist. She is so understanding and has a great attitude. Highly recommend her services.

Reviewed December 2022

The loveliest most understanding therapist I have ever had! Will always answer me as soon as she can and always listens without judgement! X

Reviewed December 2022

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!

Reviewed September 2022

Patricia couldn’t be better, she’s attentive, patient, well informed, understanding and the loveliest person to talk to.

Reviewed August 2022

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.

Reviewed August 2022

So far so good :)

Reviewed June 2022

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.

Reviewed June 2022

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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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