- Person-centred focus
- CBT techniques
- Solution-focused work
About Ella
Ella Haselden is a counsellor who uses a person-centred approach to help people through stressful and painful times. She is an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has ten years of professional experience supporting people with grief, anxiety and sleep difficulties. Ella aims to create a respectful, compassionate space where someone can look at what matters most to them and begin to make small changes.
She originally gained an MA in Clinical Counselling from the University of Chester and completed research into how simple acts of acknowledgement helped people after early pregnancy loss. That work led her to specialise in early miscarriage support and to run a monthly peer group before the pandemic.
Ella draws on client-centred practice while also using techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused therapy. She blends these approaches to match what a person needs in the moment, shifting between listening, practical exercises and brief goal-focused work. The emphasis is on clear, manageable steps rather than technical jargon.
Her background includes roles in community and hostels in Liverpool, and time at a Psychological Therapies Unit where she used solution-focused methods with people facing complex needs. Ella began a private practice in 2018 and sees people there alongside other professional posts. She offers regular weekly sessions with some evening appointments by enquiry.
People who want to talk about life changes, addiction, attachment issues, self-esteem, or finding purpose often come to Ella to find steadier ways of coping. She encourages people to take things at their own pace and to notice small shifts as they work towards better sleep and calmer days.
How Ella's approaches work in an online setting
Ella uses client-centred practice to place the person's experience at the heart of each session, offering warm listening and space to reflect on feelings and practical problems. Cognitive behavioural therapy is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try out small behavioural changes that can improve sleep and mood. Solution-focused therapy helps set short-term goals and notice what is already working, which can be useful when someone needs quick, manageable steps.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Ella will listen to the person's situation, discuss what feels most useful, and adapt techniques as the work progresses. The decision about method is guided by the client's goals, preferences and how they respond in early sessions.
Practical benefits of online therapy can include fitting sessions into a busy week, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and avoiding travel time. The biography does not list specific session formats, so it is important to confirm current options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals often find online work helps people keep therapy part of their routine without promising any particular outcome.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ella commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and depression, among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Ella works from a person-centred base, offering a respectful listening space and using CBT and solution-focused techniques when helpful for practical change.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
She has ten years of professional experience, including community roles and running a private practice since 2018, and has worked with people who have had complex needs.
What are her credentials and where does she practise?
She is an accredited member of the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK access her services?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost and how are they scheduled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.