SPEAKING
"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"
Elizabeth Banks is a counsellor, mental health educator, and founder of The Village Health. With over a decade of clinical practice and leadership in community mental health, she delivers powerful, research-informed, and deeply human keynotes and workshops on domestic and family violence, mental health, trauma, and child and adolescent brain development.
Drawing on clinical practice, neuroscience, and lived experience, Elizabeth helps organisations, practitioners, educators, and leaders build safer, more connected, and resilient communities.
Signature Speaking Themes
Brain Development, Neuroplasticity & Trauma
Understanding how experience shapes the brain, behaviour, and learning and what supports positive change and healing.
Domestic & Family Violence
Exploring the often subtle nature of domestic violence and why some survivors remain unseen by the systems designed to help them.
Youth Mental Health & Development
Exploring the tricky topics of suicide and self harm with a relational approach that goes beyond labels and behaviour.
Keynotes
Engaging, story-rich, evidence-based keynote presentations for conferences, schools, organisations, and corporate events.
Workshops & Professional Development
Interactive training for clinicians, educators, youth services, community organisations, and corporate teams.
Panels, Media & Community Events
Thoughtful contributions to panels, podcasts, and public conversations on trauma, mental health, and systems change.
Speaking Formats
"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.”
