Elizabeth Brereton , BACP, NCPS

Elizabeth Brereton offers calm, non-judgmental support and practical guidance to people working through grief, trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns and identity questions. She listens attentively and helps clients explore their feelings and choices without telling them what to do, drawing on a person-centered approach that places the client at the centre of the therapeutic relationship.

With six years of professional experience, Elizabeth has supported people facing a wide range of difficulties including grief, sexual, mental, physical, emotional and monetary abuse, bullying, anxiety, questions about sexuality, autism and Asperger syndrome, sex or porn addiction, issues for people who want to change abusive behaviour, and the process of coming to terms with identity. She brings a direct, accepting manner and makes space for people to be themselves while working toward the changes they want to make.

Elizabeth is a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of the NCPS - both are recognised professional counselling organisations that indicate formal training and membership in professional networks. She is over 60 and draws on life experience alongside her clinical skills. Her core style is humanistic and person-centered, and she uses cognitive behavioral therapy skills when helpful to develop practical strategies and new ways of thinking.

Known for a straightforward, warm approach, Elizabeth aims to support and empower people so they can either change aspects of their life or learn to accept themselves more fully. She accepts international clients and works with individuals who seek respectful, experienced therapeutic help.

Therapeutic approaches and how online therapy works

Elizabeth uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, empathic space where the client is treated as the expert on their own life - the therapist focuses on listening, reflecting and helping the person explore their feelings and values so they can decide their next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, when used, involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and trying practical exercises and new coping strategies to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood. Trauma-focused methods are also part of her practice for people impacted by past abuse or traumatic events; these approaches aim to process distressing experiences at a pace that feels manageable and to build strategies for safety and regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Elizabeth works collaboratively with each person to identify the methods that best fit their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors sessions over time, combining person-centered listening with targeted techniques so the plan evolves with the client's progress.

Online therapy with Elizabeth is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit around work, caregiving or other commitments. These options make it easier to access regular support from licensed professionals and therapists without travel, and they allow continuity of care even when circumstances change.