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- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Francisca
ACA counsellor with 9 years of experience, Francisca Norma Pereira Martins helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, anger and life changes. She works in English and Portuguese and supports people dealing with workplace pressures, caregiver stress, and communication difficulties.
Francisca uses a client-centred approach that treats each person as the expert on their own story. She focuses on strengths and practical behaviour change. Sessions aim to help people notice what already works and build on it to respond differently to problems.
Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and to try out alternative responses. Solution-Focused Therapy is used for short-term goals and practical steps. Together these methods are used to set clear, manageable actions between sessions.
In practice she listens first, then helps set small goals people can test in daily life. Conversations include problem-solving, skill building and checking what changes are helpful. She pays attention to feelings such as guilt, shame and forgiveness while keeping the focus on practical next steps.
People who contact Francisca can expect straightforward discussion about what matters to them. She supports self-reflection and choice, and helps people develop ways to cope as circumstances change.
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How her approaches shape online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s perspective. The therapist listens and helps clients clarify what matters to them and which strengths to use. This approach suits people who want a respectful, non-directive space to sort priorities.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It often involves identifying unhelpful thinking and trying practical alternatives. CBT can be useful for anxiety, stress and changing reactions that cause problems.
Solution-Focused Therapy targets short-term goals and small steps. Sessions work towards concrete changes and measurable next actions. It is practical for people who want direct strategies and quick feedback on what helps.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and everyday constraints, and together they will select approaches that fit the person’s needs. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as work progresses.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use methods such as CBT worksheets and solution-focused planning between sessions to keep progress moving.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Portuguese
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Primary areas include stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas cover caregiver stress, communication problems and workplace issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centred style that emphasises a person’s strengths and choices. Sessions also include CBT techniques and solution-focused steps for practical change.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with the listed concerns and approaches.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is credentialed as ACA and practises in Australia.
Which languages are available?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.