- Trauma aware
- Neuro-affirming
- Relationship focus
About Lisa
Lisa Studdert is an ACA counsellor working in Australia who combines practical skills with a calm, steady presence. She draws on five years of practice and experience in emergency mental health care to stay present when things feel urgent. Lisa aims to make sessions simple and clear so people can start feeling a little better each week.
She adapts each session to the person in front of her. Her work often focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and ADHD. Lisa uses approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-based work, client-centred methods, cognitive behavioural techniques and elements of dialectical behaviour therapy to match what a person needs.
People who find it hard to trust their body after trauma will find a gentle, paced approach here. Lisa also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiver strain, or complex grief and end-of-life concerns, helping them notice practical steps they can take day to day. She pays attention to attachment, abandonment, family of origin issues and communication patterns that keep problems repeating.
Sessions are collaborative and non-judgemental. Lisa focuses on what a person wants to change, and helps build small, useful skills for emotion regulation, clearer communication and steadier routines. Her style is warm and straightforward rather than clinical.
If someone is neurodivergent, autistic or has ADHD, Lisa aims to adjust pace and strategies so therapy fits the way their brain works. To begin, a prospective client follows the service's Start Therapy flow to match and schedule a first appointment.
She adapts each session to the person in front of her. Her work often focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and ADHD. Lisa uses approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-based work, client-centred methods, cognitive behavioural techniques and elements of dialectical behaviour therapy to match what a person needs.
People who find it hard to trust their body after trauma will find a gentle, paced approach here. Lisa also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiver strain, or complex grief and end-of-life concerns, helping them notice practical steps they can take day to day. She pays attention to attachment, abandonment, family of origin issues and communication patterns that keep problems repeating.
Sessions are collaborative and non-judgemental. Lisa focuses on what a person wants to change, and helps build small, useful skills for emotion regulation, clearer communication and steadier routines. Her style is warm and straightforward rather than clinical.
If someone is neurodivergent, autistic or has ADHD, Lisa aims to adjust pace and strategies so therapy fits the way their brain works. To begin, a prospective client follows the service's Start Therapy flow to match and schedule a first appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodHypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
ACA · Australia
Languages
English
How these approaches translate to online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that fit their values. It is useful for long‑running anxiety, stress and motivation problems. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape present patterns, and it can help with repeated relationship conflicts and attachment wounds.Lisa combines these approaches with client-centred work that prioritises the person's experience and pace. Choosing the right mix is a shared process; she will work with the client to decide which approach or combination suits their goals and comfort. This means therapy can change as needs evolve rather than sticking to one fixed method.
The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and less travel time, which helps sessions fit into busy weeks. Online work can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions without video if that suits a person's energy or bandwidth. Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions are intended to support consistent contact and steady progress while fitting into everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can Lisa help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues and ADHD, plus related areas such as attachment, caregiver stress and chronic illness.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-centred and practical, aiming to be calm and straightforward. Sessions mix talking with skills practice and pacing that suits the person.
What background does she have?
Lisa has five years of clinical experience and time spent in emergency mental health care, which informs how she stays present with people in crisis.
What credentials and location apply?
She is listed with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and practices in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist scheduling; sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability.