Dr Liz Cooper

Clinical Psychology and Ecotherapy

Dr Liz Cooper

D. Psych (Clinical), M. Psych (Clinical), B. Psych (Hons)MAPS, APS College of Clinical Psychologists FellowAHPRA Board-approved SupervisorEMDRAA Accredited Practitioner
  • Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience helping people work through a range of emotional, psychological, and behavioural difficulties.
  • Has a particular interest in Trauma and Complex Trauma, especially current and exserving defence members and their families
  • Has worked in both public and private settings
  • Is an Open Arms, DVA, and BUPA (defence psychology) provider

Dr Liz Cooper is currently accepting only DVA, Open Arms, and BUPA defence referrals.

Services

  • Individual psychology sessions for adults 18+
  • Ecotherapy sessions in nature and around horses — coming soon
  • Special interest in PTSD and Complex PTSD
  • Works with current and ex-serving defence members and their families
  • Supervision for psychologists

Therapy Approaches

  • An EMDR Accredited Practitioner
  • CBT and trauma-focused CBT
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Schema Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness Based Therapies

Fees (reviewed on 1st July every year)

Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
For eligible White and Gold cardholders. To access psychology via DVA, you need a referral from your GP or Psychiatrist.
Better Access Initiative
Access to sessions under the Medicare Better Access Initiative requires a referral and Mental Health Care Plan from a GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician. Up to 10 sessions per calendar year are eligible for a Medicare rebate (from 1 July 2025).
More information is available at https://psychology.org.au/psychology/medicare-rebatespsychological-services/medicare-faqs-for-the-public. Please contact the practice of more information on fees.
Dr Liz Cooper is no longer accepting NSW WorkCover, insurance or SIRA referrals
Contact Us
Open Arms
If you are a current or ex-serving defence member (full-time and reserves), you or a family member may be eligible to access psychology services funded by Open Arms.
Please check their website or call Open Arms to confirm your eligibility and intake: https://www.openarms.gov.au/who-we-help.
BUPA Defence Psychology with a referral from defence health.
Private
You do not require a referral to access psychological services, but the full fee rate applies. You may be eligible for a rebate from your private health fund, which should be explored by the individual.

The Team

Dr Liz Cooper
Clinical Psychologist
Jacinda
Remote Administration Assistant
Naji
Dorian

Working Hours

Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:30 am – 4:00 pmThursday & Friday: 8:30 am – 2:30 pmBy appointment only

Contact

8 Wyandra Crescent, Port Macquarie, NSW 2444
Beechwood Ecotherapy location opening soon
Online booking is only available to current clients (i.e., those who have had an appointment in the past six months). If you need to cancel an appointment, either respond NO to the reminder, send an SMS to Liz, or contact Jacinda.
If you are a new client, please get in touch with the admin assistant regarding availability and intake.
Existing Client Online Booking