- Warm person-centred approach
- Practical coping strategies
- Trauma-aware listening
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth McKenzie is a counsellor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and sleep problems. She works with people dealing with grief, addictions, anger, career strain, and life changes. Elizabeth aims to make the first contact as straightforward and calm as possible so people can take the step towards help.
She focuses on building a warm, accepting relationship where clients can speak openly. Sessions centre on the person's needs and experiences rather than labels. Elizabeth encourages self-acceptance as a foundation for making changes that feel right for the individual.
Her background includes three years' experience and work in the charity sector supporting people affected by domestic and sexual violence. That work shaped her emphasis on listening and creating space for people to be heard without judgement.
Elizabeth uses approaches that aim to be practical and collaborative. She combines client-centred listening with techniques that help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and patterns. When appropriate, she also draws on shorter-term, solution-focused ideas and trauma-informed ways of working.
People can expect an approachable style and straightforward language in sessions. Elizabeth aims to help clients find realistic steps they can try between meetings and to reflect together on what is and isn't working.
Approaches that shape online sessions
Elizabeth draws on client-centred work that focuses on the person's experience and priorities. This approach means the counsellor listens closely, reflects back what matters to the client, and follows their pace while exploring issues like anxiety, grief or sleep disturbance.She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques to help people identify and test unhelpful thoughts and routines. CBT ideas can be useful for sleep problems, anxiety and mood concerns by offering practical steps to try between sessions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences early on and adapt methods as sessions progress. Clients and therapist decide together which techniques suit the situation and daily life demands.
If you are considering online work, please confirm the session formats available before booking as these are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings around work, care responsibilities and travel by reducing commuting time and offering more flexible scheduling. It can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions where being on camera is optional, depending on the agreed format.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Elizabeth supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, grief, sleep difficulties and a wide range of life challenges listed in her profile.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She works in a warm, person-centred way that aims to help clients feel heard. Sessions also include practical techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years' experience, including work in the charity sector supporting people affected by domestic and sexual violence.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Elizabeth?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.