Lisa Studdert, ACA

Lisa Studdert is a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming counsellor based in Australia who brings a compassionate, individualized approach to therapy. She holds an ACA credential, and completed a Bachelor of Counselling in 2026 after building more than four years of experience in private practice. Her background includes work in emergency mental health care, which shaped her ability to remain calm and present with people in crisis.

Lisa adapts her methods to each person’s needs, drawing on somatic therapy, EMDR, EFT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Her work is person-centred, attachment-based, and emotionally focused, and she intentionally honours each brain as it is rather than trying to "fix" someone. This approach supports people who are dealing with stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, ADHD, and related challenges.

She supports clients managing repetitive conflict cycles, emotional regulation struggles, and the practical impacts of neurodivergence, helping with focus, memory, and coping strategies that suit different ways of thinking. For those working through trauma, Lisa uses body-focused methods and trauma-informed techniques to move toward healing at a manageable pace. She aims to create an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored, and she works collaboratively to empower clients in making meaningful change. Lisa recognises the courage involved in seeking support and is committed to walking alongside people through their journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and focuses on identifying values-guided actions to build a more meaningful life. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current bonds and emotional responses, supporting work on relationship conflicts, attachment issues, and family dynamics by strengthening connection and understanding. Client-Centered Therapy places the client’s experience at the centre of the work, offering empathic listening and non-judgmental reflection to help people gain clarity, self-compassion, and confidence in their own process.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Lisa works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques over time so therapy feels relevant and effective for each individual.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls or phone sessions, and shorter contacts can happen through live chat or text-based messaging. This variety allows clients to access support in ways that fit their routines and comfort levels, making it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing other life commitments.