Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson, PACFA

Trauma-informed clinical psychotherapist

Trauma-informed care
Somatic mindfulness focus
10 years experience

About Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson

Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson is a clinical psychotherapist with 10 years of experience who has worked across the public, NGO and private sectors in Australia. She brings a warm, creative and relational approach to therapy that is trauma informed and client centered, with a gentle emphasis on somatic mindfulness to help clients reconnect body and mind.

Her early clinical work as a drug and alcohol clinician exposed her to the close links between addiction and unresolved early-childhood trauma, which shaped her continuing commitment to trauma-informed care. That curiosity led her to pursue further training in trauma-sensitive methods, including Mindfulness-integrated CBT, Internal Family Systems and Polyvagal Theory, and to work with Australia’s National Centre of Excellence supporting people with complex trauma and disability.

In that role she worked alongside some of the most marginalised communities and supported many neurodivergent clients, developing particular expertise in the behavioural, emotional and psychological impacts of trauma. In private practice in Melbourne and Sydney she specialises in supporting highly sensitive people to recover from complex trauma and also provides coaching for those managing PMDD.

Elizabeth holds PACFA accreditation, which stands for the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Her practice is tailored to each person, and she aims to help clients find greater inner peace, stronger self‑connection and more harmonious relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson have?

Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson has 10 years of clinical experience across public, NGO and private sectors.

Is Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds PACFA accreditation. License details were not provided.

In which languages does Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson located?

She is located in Australia.

How can I work with Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson as my therapist?

You can work with Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson work with international clients?

Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elizabeth "Lizzie" Elleson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Attachment, Client-Centered and Mindfulness Approaches Online

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that begin in early relationships and continue to shape how people connect now. It helps clients explore attachment needs and build more secure ways of relating, often benefiting those who struggle with abandonment, trust or relationship difficulties.

Client-Centered Therapy places the client at the center of the process, offering empathic listening and nonjudgmental support so people can find their own solutions. This approach is well suited to improving self esteem, coping with life changes and strengthening emotional resilience.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches skills to bring gentle, present-moment awareness to thoughts, sensations and emotions. These practices can reduce the intensity of anxiety and support grounding for those affected by trauma, stress or chronic pain.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Elizabeth works collaboratively with clients to identify the methods that best fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the work as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family and geographical constraints, and allow licensed professionals to provide ongoing, consistent support in ways that suit each client.

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