HELPING YOU DEVELOP, STAY STRONG &
REACH YOUR GOALS
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What is a Clinical Psychologist?
Clinical psychologist's work with people to understand the link between their problems and how they are thinking, feeling and behaving. A clinical psychologist has been trained to apply research evidence to the treatment of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, poor relationships, social and behavioural difficulties. Clinical Psychologists have training in different types of therapy treatments. Your initial meeting with Elise will involve an assessment of your issues and a discussion about your treatment goals. Remember it's important to be honest at your initial appointment and that whilst this may be your first time seeing a Psychologist, Elise has extensive experience and will ensure that you feel comfortable and supported.
ABOUT ELISE
Elise has been a Clinical Psychologist in Sunbury for the past 20 years.
Elise is an member of the local communityand enjoys volunteering at her local sports club.
Elise has a passion for helping individuals reach their goals and loves her job! (A question she get's asked all the time!)
EXPERIENCE
Elise started her career in public mental health, initially working in Secure Extended Care and Community Care. She then relocated to further experience and worked in an Acute Psychiatric Ward and the Austin Mood and Eating Disorders Clinic. Following her stint there, Elise worked for Spectrum, the Victorian Borderline Personality Disorder service, facilitating group programs. Since 2007, Elise has been a sole practitioner working at Gap Rd Medical Centre.
Elise is a registered member with AHPRA and the Australian Psychological Society
EDUCATION
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Swinburne University, Bachelor of Psychology and Psychophysiology, 1998
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Swinburne University Honors Bachelor of Psychophysiology , 1999
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Deakin University, Masters of Clinical Psychology, 2001
TREATMENT AREAS
Elise has experience working with these problem areas:
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Adults and Adolescents
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Individual therapy
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Relationship Issues
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Stress and trauma
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Childhood Sexual abuse
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Anxiety disorders
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Addiction
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Borderline Personality Disorder
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Eating Disorders
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Workplace stress and Bullying
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Chronic Pain
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Family Violence: Victim or Perpetrator
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Grief and Loss
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Life Transitions
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LGBTQI Friendly
GROWTH
TYPES OF TREATMENT
Elise provides the following treatment approaches:​
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on helping patients to behave more consistently with their own values and apply mindfulness and acceptance skills to their responses to uncontrollable experiences.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
CBT focuses on challenging and changing unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors, improving emotional regulation, and the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems.
Dialetical Behaviour Therapy
Is a modified version of CBT designed to treat borderline personality disorder. There is evidence that DBT can be useful in treating mood disorders, suicidal ideation, and for change in behavioral patterns such as self-harm, and substance abuse
REFERRAL & FEES
See your GP for a Mental Health Care Plan referral to access the Medicare Rebate (of 131.6). Workcover, Department of Veterans Affairs, TAC, Victims of Crime and Private Health Insurance may also cover the cost of your appointment. Please check with your provider before making your appointment.
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Single appointment $210.00
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HCC Holders $180.00
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Payment is made on the day via EFTPOS or cash. Credit Cards are accepted. Rebates can be claimed on the day via Medicare and paid straight into your account.
CLINIC HOURS
Tuesday 10.00AM -5.30PM
Wednesday 10.30AM-7.00PM
Thursday 9.30AM-3.00PM
Saturday 9.00AM-2.00PM
46 Gap Road
Sunbury, 3429
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Accessible by public transport. 700 m walk from Sunbury Train station.
CONTACT ELISE
Elise can be contacted on the number and using the contact form below. Her friendly receptionists will be able to assist you on Monday-Friday 9-5pm.
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PHONE 0425 760 277
