Dr Elpiniki Andrew
Dr Elpiniki completed her Bachelor of Psychology with Honours (Class 1) in the area of neuroscience at the University of New South Wales. She then completed her Master of Clinical Psychology and Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) at the University of Sydney.
Dr Elpiniki's PhD research focused on identifying the effects of stress on exposure-based treatments for anxiety and fear-based disorders. She was interested in enhancing treatment for these disorders by optimizing individual stress levels (i.e. cortisol) in order to reduce relapse.
Her research has resulted in publications in international peer-reviewed journals and presentation at international conferences. Elpiniki has also consulted at leading organisations such as Suncorp to improve the psychological health and knowledge of stress in the workplace; and conducted trauma-related research and treatment at the Westmead Institute of Medical Research and the University of New South Wales.
Experience
Clinical Experience
Elpiniki has had ten years of experience supporting adults with mental health difficulties. She has worked with a variety of clients with depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress, work-related stress, suicidal ideation and problems with alcohol and emotion regulation in a number of settings, including hospitals, universities and research centres.
Elpiniki has had experience facilitating inpatient and outpatient DBT, substance abuse and anxiety groups, as well as online groups for COVID-19-related difficulties. She has worked in one of Australia's leading trauma and research clinics for close to a decade.
Modalities
Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
A highly effective approach for most mood and anxiety challenges, helping to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
A skills-based therapy that supports better emotional regulation, coping strategies, and relationships.
EMDR
A trauma-focused therapy that helps process and resolve distressing past experiences.
Schema Therapy
A holistic approach that focuses on understanding and healing long-standing patterns formed from early life experiences.
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