BACP

Patricia Foster , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Patricia

Patricia Foster is a Counselling Practitioner and a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) with 20 years of experience supporting people through challenging life events. She has undertaken specialist training in addictions, child counselling, and domestic violence, and has worked with people from diverse backgrounds who face issues such as addiction, low confidence and self-esteem, personality disorder, anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and the effects of physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Her core orientation is person-centred, and she integrates other evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), humanistic and motivational techniques, solution-focused strategies, and rational-emotive approaches to shape an individualized plan for each person. Patricia adapts session goals and therapeutic tasks to suit the unique needs and circumstances of the individual, paying attention to practical coping skills as well as emotional processing.

Clients can expect a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment in which feelings, behaviours, and relationships are explored collaboratively. Patricia aims to help people build resilience, regain clarity, and move toward a more manageable and meaningful way of living.

Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Support

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own experience, offering empathic listening and support to help individuals explore feelings, clarify goals, and build self-worth. This approach is helpful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and coping with life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours by teaching practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, addictive patterns, and unhelpful thinking. CBT can offer structured tools for problem solving and symptom reduction.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that develop in close relationships and how those early patterns influence current emotional responses and intimacy. It can be useful for people working through abandonment, attachment difficulties, or recurring relationship problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Patricia works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they evaluate what feels most effective and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow people to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or while travelling. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for engaging in the work.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Patricia Foster have?

Patricia Foster has 20 years of experience in counselling and therapeutic work.

Is Patricia Foster a licensed therapist?

Yes. Patricia Foster holds membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). Specific licence details were not provided.

In which languages does Patricia Foster provide therapy?

Patricia Foster provides therapy in English.

Where is Patricia Foster located?

Patricia Foster is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Patricia Foster as my therapist?

You can work with Patricia Foster through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Patricia Foster work with international clients?

Yes, Patricia Foster works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patricia Foster 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 with therapy 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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