- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem work
- Attachment focus
About Elliot
Elliot Maguire is an NCPS counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with six years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, relationship strain, addictions and LGBTQ concerns. He also supports people facing sleeping problems, grief, intimacy questions, ADHD and the practical strain of life changes.
Elliot uses person-centred approaches in sessions. That means conversations focus on the person in front of him rather than a checklist of techniques. He listens for patterns in relationships and feeling states, then helps people make small changes that fit their life. Sessions are straightforward and conversational rather than heavily clinical.
Alongside client-centred work he draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current trust, closeness and boundaries. He also uses cognitive behavioural tools to help with unhelpful thinking and practical coping, and EMDR where past events are keeping someone stuck. Hypnotherapy is another option he offers for habit change and calming anxious states.
Elliot often works with issues common in early adulthood - leaving home, first jobs, study pressures, relationship starts and ends, and feeling behind peers. He helps people talk through priorities, set small goals and build confidence in day-to-day life.
Sessions are conversational and aim to be clear and practical. People are encouraged to bring what matters to them. The focus is on making steady progress and finding ways to manage feelings between meetings.
How his approaches transfer to online work
Attachment-based work looks at patterns of closeness and distance in relationships. Online sessions can be used to notice how you relate now and practise different ways of asking for support. Client-centred work focuses on open listening and the client’s agenda. In remote sessions this means conversations are paced to match what the person needs, with room for reflection and planning. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, such as short exercises, thought records and behavioural experiments that can be set as between-session tasks.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Elliot treats this as a collaborative process. He will discuss options, try different methods and adapt the plan based on your goals and preferences rather than assuming one method fits everyone.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into study, shifts or busy weeks and can reduce travel time. It also allows for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight and sessions that focus on practical homework between meetings. Ask about session length and the options available when you book so arrangements match your routine.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, relationship difficulties, addictions, LGBTQ issues, sleeping problems and life changes.
What is his style of therapy like?
His approach is client-centred and conversational. He combines listening with practical tools from CBT and attachment work when helpful.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working with adults in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I see him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted and sessions can be arranged for people living outside the UK.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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