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Elizabeth Brereton, BACP, NCPS

Based in the UK Online sessions

Experienced person-centred counsellor for LGBT clients

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About Elizabeth

Elizabeth Brereton is a warm, non-judgemental counsellor who aims to listen and really hear what clients say. She uses an open-minded, guiding approach rather than telling people what to do. Elizabeth emphasises respect and acceptance, and she encourages people to work towards change or acceptance depending on their needs.

Elizabeth is a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).

Background and approach

She has six years of professional experience working with people facing grief, abuse, anxiety, addictions and issues around sexuality and identity, including LGBT concerns. Her style is mainly humanistic and person-centred, meaning the client’s perspective guides the work. She also draws on cognitive behavioural techniques when useful, so practical steps and thinking patterns can be addressed alongside deeper conversations.

Clients can expect a steady, straightforward presence from someone who says what she means. Elizabeth describes herself as calm and unflappable, and she frames her life experience as part of the support she offers. She focuses on helping people find direction and cope better with life changes.

In sessions she works collaboratively to identify goals and practical next steps. She supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, bereavement, self-esteem struggles, ADHD-related concerns, career stress and relationship fallout from family problems. The aim is to help each person discover what works for them and how to move forward.

Focus areas and approaches

What Elizabeth works with

Everything Elizabeth lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Elizabeth is listed here; the rest shows what else Elizabeth works with.

Approaches Elizabeth lists

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Online support

How Elizabeth’s approaches translate to online work

Elizabeth uses a person-centred way of working that puts the client’s priorities first. In practice this means sessions begin by listening closely to what matters most to the person and shaping the conversation around their goals and values.

She also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together. CBT techniques can help with anxiety, depression, stress and some aspects of addiction by identifying unhelpful thinking and practising different behaviours.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Elizabeth will work with each person to decide whether a person-centred conversation, CBT techniques or elements of motivational interviewing or trauma-focused work are the best fit. This is a collaborative process based on your needs, goals and preferences.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and travel, and can allow shorter check-ins or meetings without needing to travel. Talk with the therapist when you book to agree practical arrangements that suit your routine and priorities.
Questions

Questions people ask about Elizabeth

What kinds of problems does Elizabeth help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, anger, career concerns and coping with life changes. The profile also lists ADHD and a range of related focus areas such as body image and family of origin issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her main approach is humanistic and person-centred, which means the client’s perspective guides the sessions. She also uses cognitive behavioural approaches and motivational interviewing tools when appropriate.

What experience and background does she bring?

She has six years of counselling experience and describes life experience and maturity as part of her offering. Her work includes supporting people through grief, abuse, addiction and questions about sexuality and identity.

Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?

She practises in the United Kingdom and is a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).

Which languages can sessions be held in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from outside the UK?

She accepts international clients. Confirm session options and scheduling details when you arrange a booking.

How are fees and payments handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I need to do to start therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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