How do you want to show up? Moment to moment, in the areas of life that matter most to you.
Who I work with
I work primarily with women, though not exclusively, who are navigating something that feels bigger than everyday stress. Often the women who come to see me have already tried to push through, or have been told their symptoms are normal, or have spent years putting everyone else first. Something has shifted, and they're ready for things to be different.
Supervision
I offer clinical supervision for psychologists, medical staff, nursing and allied health professionals seeking a thoughtful, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy-informed supervisor. Requests for supervision can be made via the contact form.
About
I'm Liz Patton, a Clinical Psychologist based in Geelong, Victoria. I work with individuals navigating some of life's most challenging experiences - persistent pain, chronic stress, anxiety, low mood, trauma, and the profound transitions that come with being a woman. Whether you've been carrying something for a long time, or you're facing something entirely new, I'm here to help you find a way through.
My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - an evidence-based, compassionate framework that helps you make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward a life that feels meaningful and your own. I draw on mindfulness and other evidence-based therapies, and I adapt to what you need.
I have a particular passion for working with women living with persistent pain and chronic health challenges - including pelvic pain, endometriosis, menopause, MS, fibromyalgia, and conditions that have too often been dismissed or minimised. With over a decade of clinical experience in hospital settings, I understand how much a genuine sense of agency in your own healthcare matters, and that's central to how I work.
I value public healthcare and the right to access it. You will find me at Barwon Health for half of the week. Working privately also gives me something I value: the flexibility to walk alongside clients for longer.
I hold a Doctor of Clinical Psychology and am registered with AHPRA. I currently serve on the Clinical Advisory Council at WestVic Primary Health Network, and I am a member of the Australian Pain Society, the International Association for the Study of Pain, the Australian Menopause Society, and the Association for Contextual and Behavioral Sciences.