Elissa See

Elissa See is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers (BSW).

Since 2001 Elissa has worked in support and clinical settings for Government and Non-Government organisations. Elissa has held senior clinician and leadership positions at the The Smith Family, OzHelp Foundation, Child At Risk Health Unit (CARHU) and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).

Elissa aims to develop a therapeutic partnership with those who come to see her and will support them to identify their vision for the future and work towards achieving this.

How Elissa can help:

Elissa is experienced in providing therapy and consultation to people aged 14 years and above. She has a special interest in supporting those who:

  • Have experienced abuse, neglect and trauma at any stage of their lives.

  • Have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and their associated mental health conditions.

In addition, Elissa works with adults experiencing body image issues, disordered eating or have been diagnosed with an eating disorder.

Elissa provides up to three consultation sessions to Foster Carers and Parents with concerns regarding the Mental Health and Well Being of children under 14 years of age.

Elissa recognises individual, family and system strengths and expertise in creating long term solutions. She has an understanding of neurodevelopment and the broader impacts of society on an individual and their family. All people can expect a respectful, caring and non-judgmental wrap around approach to therapy. 

Elissa provides professional clinical supervision to those working in the field of child and adolescent mental health and child abuse and trauma.

Animal Assisted Therapy Intervention:

Elissa is level one trained in Animal Assisted Play Therapy and offers a special 10 hour tailored program for children who:

  • Are between the ages of 7 to 12

  • Experience Anxiety or have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

  • Are not afraid of dogs

  • Require support to:

    • Develop better social and communication skills,

    • Build confidence and competence and

    • Manage emotions better

Please contact Elissa for more information.

Types of Therapy Used

Elissa’s work is informed by a variety of Focused Psychological Strategies and Therapeutic Modalities. These include:

  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

  • Animal Assisted Play Therapy

  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

  • Trauma-Focused CBT

  • Circle of Security Parenting Education

  • Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics

  • Therapeutic Life Story Work

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy

  • CBT – Enhanced for Eating Disorders

Professional Associations

 Australian Association of Social Workers – Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

 Australian Association of Infant Mental Health – Former President of the ACT Branch 

 Registered provider with Medicare

Felicity Quirk

Felicity Quirk is a registered Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA), and holds PsyBA Area of Practice Endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist. 

Since 2000 she has worked in clinical settings for government and non-government organisations
and has held leadership positions in Canberra and Melbourne including at Berry Street Take Two, Child At Risk Health Unit (CARHU), Australian Childhood Trauma Group (ACT Group) and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). 

Felicity aims to provide exceptional care for her clients working collaboratively in a transparent and respectful manner.

How Felicity can help:

Felicity is experienced in providing child, adolescent and adult mental health assessment, therapy, consultation and training. She has worked extensively with individuals who have experienced complex trauma having worked in this area for over 20 years. Her work in this area is informed by an understanding of neurodevelopment. The Neurosequential Network acknowledges her NMT Training Certification through the Phase II
 level acknowledged by.Felicity has a special interest in supporting individuals who:

• Have experienced abuse, neglect and trauma at any stage of their lives. 

• Work in helping professions and have been exposed to / experienced trauma though their workplace. 

• Have other mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss.

• Have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and associated mental health conditions. 

• Are seeking consultation regarding concerns for the Mental Health and Well Being of children who are in the Foster Care system

Felicity’s work is client centered and family and system inclusive. All clients can expect a warm and non-judgemental approach to therapy. 

Felicity also provides Clinical Supervision including towards endorsement with the APS College of Clinical Psychologists. She delivers training for carers, students, professionals and organisations on various topics including Child Development, Attachment and Trauma Theory (including the Neurobiology of Developmental Trauma).

Types of Therapy used:

Felicity’s work is informed by a number of Therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Life Story Work, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy.

Professional Associations:

Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Fellow of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists

Registered provider with Medicare

Contact Felicity & Elissa

For a referral form please email elissa_and_felicity@essonplace.com