- Clinical hypnosis
- Ego state work
- Narrative therapy
About Michaela
Michaela Levas is a psychotherapist registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and has four years of clinical experience. She lists stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, coping with life changes and ADHD among her main concerns. Michaela works in plain, practical ways and aims to help people recognise patterns that keep them stuck.
She uses psychotherapy alongside clinical hypnosis, ego state work and narrative techniques to help people name their thoughts and feelings. Sessions often focus on making sense of recurring reactions and testing new ways of responding in everyday life. The emphasis is on understanding how past experiences shape present behaviour.
Michaela describes her approach as trauma-informed and grounded. She helps people meet their internal parts and integrate them so decisions feel clearer. That can look like talking through a painful memory, noticing a body response, or practising a different way of speaking up.
People bring a mix of concerns, from intense anxiety to a sense of emptiness or difficulty with communication and commitment. Michaela also lists abandonment, attachment, codependency and family of origin issues among her focus areas. Sessions aim to move from insight into manageable actions the client can use between meetings.
Her registration with PACFA is noted as a professional credential. Michaela practices in Australia and conducts work in English. If someone is unsure whether her methods fit, she asks them to begin with an initial discussion to clarify goals and practical arrangements.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Her work blends psychotherapy with clinical hypnosis and ego state methods. Psychotherapy involves talking through current problems and testing practical ways to respond, which can help with anxiety and relationship patterns. Clinical hypnosis is used as a focused way to calm the body and explore inner images or memories; it can support managing stress and strong emotional reactions. Ego state work involves meeting different parts of oneself and helping them communicate, which can change how decisions are made and how people relate to others.Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the process. Michaela treats this as a collaborative discussion and checks in about what feels most helpful. Clients and the therapist agree on goals, try methods in sessions, and adjust the approach based on what is useful for daily life.
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 for shorter check-ins when time is limited, or reduce the need to travel. These practical benefits can help people maintain regular contact while they practise new ways of responding in everyday situations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, coping with life changes and ADHD-related issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work combines psychotherapy, clinical hypnosis, ego state techniques and narrative methods to help people understand patterns and try new responses.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practise?
She is registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and practises in Australia.
Can I have sessions in another language?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she see clients outside Australia?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.