Online Therapy for Healing, Hope & Positive Change

with Dr Elizabeth Buikstra

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(Saturday sessions available)

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Can Therapy Help Me?

Psychological therapy is provided for a wide range of personal and emotional challenges, including:

Trauma & Stress-Related Conditions

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD, Childhood Trauma
  • Complex Trauma, Dissociative Disorders
  • Acute Stress Reaction & Disorder
  • Sexual, physical and/or verbal abuse
  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement
  • Adjustment disorders

Mood, Anxiety & Emotional Regulation

  • Depression & Low Mood
  • Anxiety & Panic Attacks
  • Anger & Emotional dysregulation
  • Managing Stress, burnout and overwhelm
  • Sleep difficulties and disturbances

Relationships, Lifestyle & Coping

  • Attachment Disorders
  • Coping with illness or chronic pain
  • Difficulty maintaining healthy work-life balance
  • Interpersonal and/or family difficulties
  • Low self-esteem or confidence
  • Strained or unfulfilling relationships
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Please note that we can only provide services for adults 18 years and over. While we're unable to provide crisis support, you can find more details about our scope of care in our FAQs.

Supportive Tools and Approaches in Therapy

Our therapeutic approach combines practical techniques and psychological education to help you navigate your mental health journey. Depending on your needs, your psychologist may draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including:

  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and its role in healing trauma, attachment issues, depression, anxiety, and emotional regulation
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)-Informed Techniques to support emotional regulation and distress tolerance
  • Stress Management Strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve resilience
  • Motivational Interviewing to support change in addictive or maladaptive coping behaviours
  • Anxiety Management Techniques to help reduce anxiety symptoms and improve overall wellbeing
  • Mindfulness Practices to enhance present-moment awareness and calm
  • Guided Relaxation and Breathing Techniques to support nervous system regulation
  • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills to navigate life’s challenges more effectively
  • Assertive Communication and Boundary Setting for healthier relationships
  • Establishing Healthy Routines and Self-Care Habits including exercise, nutrition, hobbies, and balance
  • Sleep Hygiene Practices to improve rest and recovery
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How Therapy Supports Your Healing

Therapy offers practical tools and emotional support to help you move forward with confidence and clarity. Working together, you can:

  • Build resilience and reduce everyday stress
  • Strengthen self-esteem and confidence
  • Cultivate more supportive and meaningful relationships
  • Enhance decision-making and goal-setting skills
  • Adapt to life changes and transitions with greater ease
  • Gain clarity around personal direction and career path
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Supportive Tools and Approaches in Therapy

Choose the type of support that best fits your needs. Each service draws on evidence-based methods such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, mindfulness and other proven approaches.

Online Therapy

Access professional psychological support from the comfort of your home via secure video conferencing.

  • Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
  • Techniques from CBT, DBT and mindfulness to reduce stress and build resilience
  • Tools to strengthen self-esteem and manage anxiety
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EMDR Therapy

A specialised treatment for processing and healing from trauma, anxiety and distressing memories.

  • Evidence-based Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) methods
  • Helps reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories
  • Supports faster, lasting relief from PTSD and related symptoms
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Trauma Recovery

Comprehensive therapy for overcoming the effects of trauma and rebuilding a strong sense of self.

  • Combines EMDR, CBT and mindfulness practices
  • Builds emotional regulation and coping strategies
  • Promotes healthier relationships and improved decision-making
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Dr Elizabeth Buikstra

BSc Hons (Psych), MBA, MPJM, PhD (Psych), MAPS

Dr Elizabeth (Liz) Buikstra is a registered psychologist with more than 25 years of experience across psychological practice, research, and project management. She has a special interest in working with adults experiencing trauma, workplace stress, burnout, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties, with particular expertise in supporting emergency service personnel and people living in rural and regional Australia.

With experience across both the public and private sectors, Liz offers a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach. She recognises that every person's experiences are unique and works alongside her clients to create meaningful, lasting change.

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Accessible Support, Wherever You Are

Telehealth provides a convenient and effective way to access psychological support, particularly for individuals living in rural or remote areas, those with limited mobility, or anyone seeking greater flexibility in managing their mental health care.

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Fees & Referrals

You do not need a referral to book an appointment with Lacewing Psychology unless you plan to claim Medicare or have a referral from a third party organisation, such as ADF and DVA. Members of the QPS can access the self-refer program.

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You’re welcome to book an appointment directly — no referral is required. However, if you wish to access the Medicare rebate, a referral from a GP or Psychiatrist is necessary. Referrals are also required from third party organisations, such as DVA and QPS (self-refer program).
Email contact: admin@lacewingpsychology.com.au

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