Join me for an honest conversation about the things we don't usually say out loud.
Hi there, I'm
Elizabeth
I'm a counsellor, speaker and founder of The Village Health, where I lead a mental health practice and regularly deliver workshops and training to educators, health professionals and community organisations.
My work spans family violence, mental health, brain development and neuroplasticity, and leadership and culture. I bring both lived experience and clinical training to these conversations, including my own journey through an abusive marriage and the long, unglamorous work of learning to trust myself again.
I translate neuroscience and relational dynamics into language people can understand and act on. Whether I'm speaking with women, parents, clinicians, corporate teams or boards. I leave audiences not only seeing the hidden patterns shaping behaviour, but equipped with practical ways to respond.
Our conversation may touch on some heavier topics, including domestic violence, mental health crisis and trauma. Beyond that, it's a grounded, honest and liberating.
SIGNATURE KEY NOTES
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Domestic & Family Violence
Exploring the often subtle nature of interpersonal violence, why leaving is so hard and why some survivors remain unseen by the systems designed to help them.
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Heart-Centred Leadership & Culture
Building trust, clarity, and accountability through connection, boundaries, and being your authentic self.
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Brain Development, Neuroplasticity & Trauma
Understanding how experience shapes the brain, behaviour, and learning and what supports positive change and healing.
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Youth Mental Health & Development
Exploring adolescent wellbeing, relationships and the tricky topics of suicide and self harm with a relational approach that goes beyond labels and behaviour.
"Hearing Elizabeth Banks speak on domestic violence was nothing short of extraordinary. Her compassion radiated through every word, and her experience and insight brought so much clarity and hope. I left feeling uplifted, empowered and genuinely changed. Elizabeth has a rare ability to turn heavy topics into moments of connection, healing and possibility. An unforgettable and transformative experience."
Kerry Rantall
Co Founder, Better Mentall Australia
"I have had the pleasure of hearing Elizabeth speak numerous times and she always impresses me deeply. She has a naturally warm and engaging style of communicating that is inclusive, heart-centered and audience focused. I highly recommend Elizabeth to any organisation or business looking for a professional and engaging speaker."
Julie Parker
Founder, Beautiful You Coaching Academy
"Elizabeth created a safe space for open conversation, helping us feel more educated and equipped to support our young people.
The take-home messages were empowering and actionable, giving parents, coaches, and community members a renewed sense of confidence in addressing mental health. We left feeling supported and better prepared to make a positive difference.”
Phil Sahhar
Warragul Swimming Club
KIND WORDS
SPEAKING FORMATS
KEYNOTES
Engaging, story-rich, evidence-based keynote presentations for conferences, educators, organisations, and corporate events.
PANELS, MEDIA & EVENTS
Thoughtful contributions to panels, podcasts, and public conversations on family violence, trauma, mental health, and parenting.
WORKSHOPS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Interactive training for clinicians, educators, youth services, community organisations, and corporate teams.
You can also find my work here.....
"Her story is powerful, but what stood out was how clearly she connected it to what our patients have been through and what they need from us"
"I left with real tips I can use"
"Complex ideas delivered with clarity, relatability, and depth"
"Real, honest, and incredibly relatable"