Our Staff

Maddisson Elizardo

MA, LPC, NCC, CSAT-Candidate, CPTT Candidate

Maddisson believes that every individual has the capacity for growth and healing. Her approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients. She provides counseling services for individuals, couples, and families, specializing in sex and love addiction, as well as betrayal trauma counseling. Through a holistic and client-focused approach, she guides her clients in gaining a deeper understanding of their inner strengths and how to live in recovery.

Maddisson utilizes various therapeutic techniques, including mindfulness-based counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic techniques, the Gottman Method, EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She has extensive training and experience working with individuals struggling with addiction and trauma.

She holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling. She is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT) candidate. Additionally, she is an EMDR trained therapist and has experience in both inpatient and outpatient treatment centers specializing in addictions, trauma, and severe mental illness.

Maddisson is committed to connecting clients with additional services such as inpatient and outpatient, support groups to facilitate their healing process. As a therapist, she strives to create an inclusive and affirming space for clients from all backgrounds, specializing in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of color, and those who feel marginalized. Her approach is culturally sensitive and trauma-informed, honoring each client’s unique experiences and identity.

Outside of work, Maddisson enjoys crafting, volunteering, and spending time with her friends and family. She also has two animal companions, Ryder (her dog) and Winston (her kitten).

Maddisson’s views on counseling: Expressing one’s needs and wants can be challenging, and life can often leave us feeling depressed, lost, or hopeless. However, she believes in people’s resilience and their capacity for growth and change. She views counseling as a partnership built on respect, trust, and authenticity which fosters hope, self-compassion, and personal growth. Together, she and her clients navigate their struggles to help them reach their full potential and live their most authentic lives.