- Trauma informed
- Attachment based
- Mindfulness work
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson is a PACFA clinical psychotherapist with ten years of experience across public, NGO and private settings in Australia. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression and addictions. Lizzie also supports those dealing with relationship and family concerns, body image and coping with life changes.
Her early work was in drug and alcohol services, where she saw how addiction and trauma often connect. That experience led her to specialise in trauma-informed care and to work with people managing complex trauma, disability and marginalisation. She has supported clients who identify as neurodivergent and those with complex life circumstances.
Lizzie uses a relational, interactive style that blends attachment-based ideas, client-centred practice and mindfulness. She brings Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Jungian influences into sessions when helpful. Her approach pays attention to the body-mind connection and somatic mindfulness skills.
In private practice she often helps people who are highly sensitive recover from complex trauma and supports people with PMDD through coaching. She aims to work collaboratively, helping clients notice patterns, try practical skills and reflect on what matters to them.
Clients can expect straightforward conversations, practical coping strategies and a focus on improving everyday functioning. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online booking flow.
How her approaches shape online work
Attachment-based ideas focus on how early relationships shape patterns in adult life. In simple terms this approach looks at how you relate to others and to yourself, which can help with trust, abandonment and commitment issues.Client-centred practice places the person's experience at the centre. It involves active listening, reflecting back what is noticed and supporting the client's own choices and goals. This is useful for self-esteem, decision-making and feeling more grounded.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance and clearer communication. It can help with strong mood swings, impulsive behaviour and relationship conflict.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with you and try things together to see what fits your needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process that adjusts as goals change.
The biography does not list specific online session formats. Confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into study, shifts or a busy social life. They can also allow shorter check-ins, avoid travel time and reduce the need to be on camera for every appointment.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions and relationship or family concerns, among other areas listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is relational and client-centred, drawing on attachment ideas, mindfulness and DBT skills to support practical coping and reflection.
How long has she been practising?
She has around ten years of experience working across public services, NGOs and private practice in Australia.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with PACFA and works in Australia, practising in Melbourne and Sydney.
Can I work with her if I live outside Australia?
She is not currently accepting international clients and works with people in Australia.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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