Understanding minds.
Nurturing wellness.
Welcome to Growing Minds & Wellness
Dr Liz Tovey provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care and support, in the Lismore and Byron region of Northern NSW.
We believe that mental health care should be thoughtful, collaborative and tailored to your specific needs and goals. We help you to build self-understanding and to manage your symptoms effectively, so you can reach your goals and live a more balanced life.
How We Can Help
We care for children, adolescents and adults navigating mental challenges such as:
ADHD, Autism Spectrum and other neurodevelopmental disorders
Depression
Bipolar disorder
Anxiety
PTSD
OCD
Eating Disorders
Complex Trauma
By identifying symptoms, making diagnoses and understanding your individuality, we support you to improve your emotional and psychological wellbeing. This may include medication management, therapy and practical strategies to help your life feel smoother.
Who We Help
Families looking for collaborative support and guidance for children or adolescents who are struggling with life.
Individuals who’ve tried therapy and are seeking psychiatric support for further information and medication management.
Those wanting psychiatric assessment and evidence-based treatment to help manage life challenges and improve day-to-day functioning.
People identifying as LGBTQI+ and First Nations are welcome. Mental health spans all identities and cultures.
DVA and Work Cover patients accepted
Meet Dr Liz
Dr Elizabeth Tovey is a Senior Consultant Adult Psychiatrist and Specialist Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. Dr Tovey has over 16 years of specialist experience in diagnosing and treating people with a wide range of neurodiverse, psychiatric and behavioural presentations.
She is passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives. As a psychiatrist, she understands the importance of working collaboratively with families, education staff and healthcare professionals.
Her special interests are ADHD ASD, Eating Disorders, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, PTSD and Complex Trauma.
Qualifications
FRANZCP, MRCPsych (UK), MA, MBBS, BSc
Making an Appointment
Asking for help can feel difficult, so we aim to make the process as comfortable as possible. You can meet with us in our peaceful clinic in the village of Clunes, or from your own home via an online meetup - whichever you prefer.
Get a GP referral
Visit your GP and they will send us your mental health referral. If we’re able to accept your referral, our friendly admin staff will contact you to arrange your Initial Assessment appointment. Please be aware that our waiting period is currently 3 - 4 months.
Your first appointment
We’ll talk with you about your current concerns, any previous treatment and your life history, to build a clear picture of where you are now and how we can support the changes you’re hoping for. We’ll plan your next follow-up appointment and discuss any steps needed in the meantime, so you leave with strong sense of direction moving forward.
Follow-up appointment
We usually suggest a follow-up appointment a few weeks after your initial assessment. This allows us to collect any additional information that we need (such as specialist reports or medical history), receive test results or review any medication changes. Follow-up appointments can be in made in person or via video or phone.
Staying well
From your follow-up appointment, we will help you put together a plan to maintain your wellbeing, identify any warning signs of setbacks, and know what to do if they happen. We’ll schedule in regular reviews with you appropriate to your needs. You’re always welcome to contact us to bring a check-in forward if challenges return or new concerns come up.
Contact us
Get in touch if you’d like to learn more or have any questions. For existing patients, please contact us by phone or email if you would like to make any changes to your next appointment.
(02) 9128 3015
31 Main St, Clunes NSW 2480
Monday: 8:30am - 1.30pm
Tue, Wed: 8:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday: 8:30pm - 4:00pm
