Elizabeth (Eli) is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Certified Specialist in Anger Management (CSAM), and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) practicing in the state of Missouri. She also has experience working with individuals who struggle with substance use and addiction.
Eli believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship. She believes every client is unique and that their counseling experience should be person-centered and custom-tailored to meet each need. Eli’s clients experience a kind, yet direct and empowering therapy, promoting resiliency and lasting transformation. She enjoys working with ‘tweens’ (ages 11-12), adolescents, adults (age 18+), and couples. Eli is a certified SYMBIS© facilitator for couples interested in premarital or couples counseling.
Elizabeth Troutwine
MS, LPC, CSAM, CCTP
Goose the Therapy Dog
Eli has a Certified Therapy Dog named Goose who joins her on Wednesdays to offer her clients affection, comfort, and support. Goose and Eli successfully completed the therapy dog training program and passed the therapy dog examination through Dog Training Elite of Springfield. Goose also won Community Partnership of the Ozarks’ Top Pet, People’s Choice Award in April of 2025.
Your comfort matters. Please let us know if you do not want Goose present in your session; we completely understand!
If you would like to interact with Goose during your session, please complete this consent form: https://forms.gle/fCMKdXW3Wpha77oz6
Education
Eli earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Biomedical Sciences from Missouri State University in 2019. After completing her undergraduate degree, she earned her Master of Science degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Clinical Psychology. In addition, she has a graduate certificate in Statistics and Research Design from Missouri State University.
Current Specialities
& Interests
Eli is a Certified Specialist in Anger Management and offers an anger management program called R.E.S.T (Regulating Emotions and Soothing Temper). Participants receive a certificate that can be submitted to the court upon successful completion.
Child C.A.R.E© (a court approved parenting class for parents/guardians in the divorce process).
Risk Assessments & other mental health evaluations.
Substance Use and Addiction treatment
Educational classes based on current community needs that are hosted the Touchstone Education Center (ex. How to Parent Children and Teens with ADHD and Safe Dating for Teens, and more!)