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Lewis Williams

Lewis Williams, AHPRA

Australia

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AHPRA psychologist - Stress and trauma

  • CBT
  • EMDR
  • Life purpose

About Lewis

Lewis Williams is an AHPRA-registered psychologist with 20 years of clinical experience. He works with people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also helps those facing chronic pain, illness or disability and people wrestling with guilt, shame or loneliness.

Lewis keeps sessions straightforward. He listens to what matters most and adjusts the way he talks and plans work together. He describes therapy as a collaborative process where practical steps are tested and reviewed. Conversations are paced to suit the person's situation and energy levels.

Clinically, he draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy together with trauma-focused methods including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. He uses these approaches to reduce overwhelming reactions, reframe unhelpful thinking, and process difficult memories. He explains techniques in plain language and practises them in-session so people know how to use them between meetings.

People come to Lewis when a life change leaves them unsure what to do next, or when ongoing low mood and anxiety make daily tasks harder. He also works with workplace stress and panic attacks, helping to break cycles that make things worse. He aims to help people notice small shifts that build into clearer choices.

Sessions are offered in English and run from his Australia practice. He asks new clients to complete a short questionnaire and then schedule a first meeting. The subscription payment model used for sessions can be cancelled at any time.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Many of Lewis's core methods adapt to remote sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thinking patterns and testing new behaviours, which often works well through guided exercises and homework between meetings. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on understanding and shifting emotional responses in the moment, using conversational tools to name feelings and try different ways of responding. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories; when used remotely it involves structured protocols and paced processing with careful monitoring of reactions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Lewis will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals and comfort. That choice can change over time, and he reviews progress together to adjust the plan.

The biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people keep regular contact with a therapist while balancing work, health and family commitments.

Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Australia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression, plus related issues such as chronic pain, guilt, isolation and workplace problems.

How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?

He uses practical conversations and evidence-based techniques to clarify values and options, then tests small actions to see what helps.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 20 years of professional experience working with people facing anxiety, trauma and mood difficulties.

What is his professional credential and where is he based?

He is registered with AHPRA and practises in Australia.

Does he work in other languages or with international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.

Which session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.

How does payment work and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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