- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship help
- Depression support
About Patricia
Patricia Toczek is an AASW social worker with 18 years of clinical experience in Australia. She trained at the University of Melbourne and completed a Master in Clinical Family Therapy at the Bouverie Centre. Patricia has worked across community, non-profit and clinical settings and focuses on practical support for everyday problems.
She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. Relationship difficulties, communication problems and social anxiety are also common reasons people come to her. Patricia works with people who feel isolated, burdened by guilt or shame, or unsure about life purpose and self-love.
Patricia draws on her background in mental health social work and family therapy to make conversations direct and useful. Sessions typically look at what is happening now, what patterns keep repeating, and what small changes could ease pressure. She aims to break down big problems into manageable steps that fit the client’s daily life.
Her clinical work includes helping individuals and couples talk through conflicts, re-establish boundaries, and rebuild confidence after setbacks. She also supports people managing mood problems and social anxiety by developing practical coping strategies and clearer communication skills.
Patricia speaks English and Polish. Her experience across different services means she can help people navigate both practical and emotional aspects of change. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online therapy options button.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Patricia draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques from her social work and family therapy training. One common approach is brief problem-focused work that identifies current patterns and targets specific behaviours to reduce stress and anxiety. This helps with day-to-day coping and social anxiety by creating small, practical changes.Another element she often uses is structured communication work to improve relationship skills. This involves practising how to express needs and set boundaries, and it suits people who want clearer conversations and fewer repeated conflicts.
Choosing the best approach is treated as a collaborative task. Patricia will discuss options with each person, weigh up their goals and preferences, and adjust methods over time. The plan evolves from regular check-ins so clients can see what works and what needs changing.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some people find audio-only sessions need less bandwidth and feel easier to manage, while video sessions let the therapist and client read facial cues. Patricia will work with each person to choose formats that fit their schedule and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Polish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and depression, and also addresses communication problems, guilt, isolation and questions about life purpose.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses practical, clinically informed conversations to identify repeating patterns and small, doable changes. The focus is on real-world steps that can reduce overwhelm and increase clarity.
How long has she practised?
She has 18 years of experience working in mental health, relationship counselling and community settings.
What qualifications does she hold and where is she based?
She is an AASW social worker who trained at the University of Melbourne and completed a Master in Clinical Family Therapy at the Bouverie Centre. She practises in Australia.
Can I see her if I speak Polish?
Sessions are offered in English and Polish.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not currently accept international clients.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Session cost varies with location and are delivered via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.