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Elaine Macgregor, BACP

Integrative BACP counsellor for relationships and growth
  • Relationship patterns
  • Personal growth support
  • English and Portuguese

About Elaine Macgregor

Elaine Macgregor is an integrative counsellor who blends therapeutic methods to match each person’s needs. She creates a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where people can explore the difficulties they’re facing and work toward practical change. Elaine focuses on building self-awareness, understanding relationship patterns and attachment responses, and helping clients reclaim a sense of agency so they can form healthier connections and attract the relationships they deserve.

Her practice covers a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and life transitions, as well as trauma, self-esteem and challenges around intimacy and addiction. Elaine has a particular interest in relationship dynamics - from blended family issues and communication problems to codependency, abandonment and commitment questions - and she supports personal growth, helping people discover or rediscover their authentic selves.

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom, and bases her work in that ethical framework. Elaine is flexible in offering short- or long-term therapy for adults aged 18 and over, is committed to ongoing supervision and professional development, and also works as a clinical supervisor and counselling tutor. She provides services in English and Portuguese and is open to working with international clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elaine Macgregor have?

Elaine Macgregor has 4 years of professional experience as a counsellor.

Is Elaine Macgregor a registered therapist?

Yes. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Elaine Macgregor provide therapy?

Elaine provides therapy in English and Portuguese.

Where is Elaine Macgregor located?

Elaine is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Elaine Macgregor as my therapist?

You can work with Elaine Macgregor through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elaine Macgregor work with international clients?

Yes. Elaine works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elaine Macgregor cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Integrative approaches for online therapy and relationship work

Elaine draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy as part of an integrative approach tailored to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful inner experiences, clarify values and take committed steps toward a more meaningful life - it can be helpful for anxiety, low mood and struggles with motivation. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns shape current ways of relating, helping people understand emotional responses, improve communication and form more secure bonds.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Elaine works with clients to identify goals, preferences and what feels most useful, adjusting methods as therapy progresses so the work fits each person’s needs.

Online therapy sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to provide practical flexibility. These options make it easier to schedule consistent sessions around work, family and other commitments, and to maintain continuity of care for clients who live abroad or have mobility or travel constraints. Registered professionals like Elaine adapt their methods to these formats to support ongoing progress and accessibility.

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