- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- CBT and person centred
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth Brereton is a BACP and NCPS registered counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with six years' experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and sexuality questions, addiction concerns, ADHD and coping with life changes. She also addresses trauma and abuse and supports those struggling with self-esteem, anger and career stress.
Elizabeth uses a person-centred way of working. She listens without judgement and helps people find their own direction. She offers practical input when it is useful, and will not tell someone what to do. Sessions focus on what matters to the client and on small, manageable steps forward.
Her background includes long experience supporting people who have experienced abuse of many kinds, bullying, and sexual issues. She also works with people exploring their sexuality, including LGBT concerns, and with those affected by grief or addiction. Her practice includes work with people on the autistic spectrum and those facing family of origin issues.
Elizabeth is over 60 and draws on that life experience alongside her counselling skills. She describes her style as person-centred, with the option to use cognitive behavioural techniques or motivational interviewing when helpful. Trauma-focused methods are also part of her toolkit for those who need them.
She treats clients with respect and keeps sessions non-judgemental. People who choose to work with her can expect straightforward, plain-spoken conversations aimed at making day-to-day coping easier and clearer.
To start, clients follow the directory process to match and schedule a first session. The focus in early meetings is finding what the client wants to work on and agreeing practical next steps.
How Elizabeth uses therapeutic approaches online
Elizabeth works from a person-centred base, which means sessions start with the client's concerns and priorities. In practice this looks like open listening, reflecting what she hears, and helping clients clarify what they want to change or accept. This approach suits people who need time to find their own direction.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is used when clients want more structure. It involves spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical actions. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, and overwhelm by breaking problems into smaller steps.
Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style she will use for change-focused work. It helps people weigh up pros and cons and find internal reasons to make a change, which can help with addiction or motivation issues.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will discuss options with each client and agree a plan that matches their goals and preferences. The decision is collaborative and may shift as needs change.
The practical benefits of online sessions depend on the formats offered. The biography does not list specific formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around study or work, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so therapy fits into a busy life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Can she help with feeling lost after university?
Yes. She works with career stress, coping with life changes and feelings of being behind. Conversations focus on practical steps and exploring options.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She works in a person-centred way, listening without judgement and following the client's lead. She can also use cognitive behavioural techniques or motivational interviewing when helpful.
How much experience does she have with trauma and abuse?
She has six years' experience and has supported people who have experienced many forms of abuse and bullying. Trauma-focused methods are part of her practice.
What are her professional credentials and where is she based?
She is a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of the NCPS, practising in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Check the online booking details for available ways to meet.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Consult the service details for exact pricing.
What do I need to do to begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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