Elize is a Social Worker and Therapist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based approaches. She holds a Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Social Work from Rhodes University and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Stellenbosch.

Elize works with individuals, couples, and families, guiding them through transitions, trauma, and personal growth. She is particularly skilled in trauma work, couples counselling, and helping clients navigate times of loss or significant change.

Her holistic approach is grounded in psychological flexibility, which allows clients to be present with difficult emotions while still moving towards what matters most in their lives. Elize believes that the deepest healing occurs when clients feel truly accepted and supported — she collaborates with each person to facilitate self-discovery and healing across all dimensions of their lives.

In addition to her private practice, Elize is an Affiliate of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences and works with Workplace Options and Workforce Healthcare on Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). She is also a member of the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) and the South African Association for Social Workers in Private Practice (SAASWIPP).