Elizabeth Elliott-Staggs , LMFT

Elizabeth Elliott-Staggs brings three decades of clinical experience to her work with individuals and families, holding licensure in both California and Texas. As an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she draws on training in relationship dynamics and family systems to support clients through complex life challenges.

Her practice focuses on helping people cope with addictions, navigate relationship difficulties, and recover from trauma and abuse, including intimacy-related concerns. She emphasizes creating an environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed openly without fear of judgment, and she collaborates with each person to identify practical steps toward relief and growth. Taking the first step to seek help can require courage, and Elizabeth acknowledges and honors that decision as an important part of the healing process.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Elizabeth Elliott-Staggs uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the issues a person brings. For trauma and abuse, she employs trauma-focused interventions that help clients process painful experiences, reduce overwhelming reactions, and rebuild a sense of safety. For relationship and family concerns she applies relational and systems-oriented work to identify patterns, improve communication, and strengthen connections between partners and family members. For addictions and behavior change, she utilizes structured behavioral strategies that support motivation, develop coping skills, and reduce harmful patterns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Elizabeth works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts plans over time so therapy remains responsive and practical.

Online therapy with Elizabeth is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These remote options make it easier to attend sessions consistently and engage in therapy from a location that works best for the individual.