Louise Eliadis , PACFA

Louise Eliadis is a clinical counsellor with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field, offering a grounded and compassionate approach to healing and personal growth. She works from a person-centred, trauma-informed perspective and blends a range of evidence-based and experiential methods to meet each person's needs. Louise supports people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, anger, substance use and major life transitions, focusing on emotional regulation, rebuilding self-esteem, releasing stored trauma and restoring balance between body and mind.

Her practice also addresses relational and attachment concerns including abandonment, commitment and communication difficulties, family of origin issues, caregiver stress, fatherhood matters, and the effects of isolation and impulsivity. Louise has developed and led workshops across Australia on emotional regulation, sexual health and somatic connection, drawing on somatic approaches to complement her counselling work.

She holds a Master of Health Sciences in Sexual Health, a Graduate Diploma of Counselling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and is a PACFA-registered clinical member. These qualifications inform a thoughtful, professional approach that prioritises practical skills, emotional insight and steady support as clients navigate change and recovery.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn practical skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings so they can take meaningful action. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client’s own goals and insights guide the work - this approach supports self-esteem, relational issues and recovery from painful experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies and shifts unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, teaching concrete strategies for coping with anxiety, depression and anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Louise works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they tailor the blend of approaches so therapy feels relevant and manageable rather than prescriptive.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods or life changes, and they allow licensed professionals and therapists to offer consistent support regardless of location.