Liz Elshaw, BACP
UK counsellor supporting stress, grief, and ADHD
- Compassionate listening
- Practical strategies
- Experience with neurodiversity
About Liz Elshaw
Liz Elshaw is a UK-trained counsellor with six years of professional therapeutic experience, working with a broad range of emotional and behavioural concerns. She has particular experience supporting people who have autism and ADHD, and she works with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low motivation, self-esteem and confidence difficulties, and depression.
Holding BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a leading professional body for counsellors in the United Kingdom - she blends practical strategies with empathic listening to help clients move toward more fulfilling daily lives. Liz emphasizes a nonjudgmental, collaborative atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly, and where people can develop skills and insights suited to their individual circumstances.
Taking the first step toward change often requires courage, and Liz offers steady support throughout that process. Her practice aims to build resilience, clarify goals, and foster practical coping approaches so that clients can better manage present challenges and plan for positive change.
Holding BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a leading professional body for counsellors in the United Kingdom - she blends practical strategies with empathic listening to help clients move toward more fulfilling daily lives. Liz emphasizes a nonjudgmental, collaborative atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly, and where people can develop skills and insights suited to their individual circumstances.
Taking the first step toward change often requires courage, and Liz offers steady support throughout that process. Her practice aims to build resilience, clarify goals, and foster practical coping approaches so that clients can better manage present challenges and plan for positive change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Antisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Liz Elshaw have?
Liz Elshaw has six years of professional therapeutic experience.
Is Liz Elshaw a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a recognised professional body in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Liz Elshaw provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Liz Elshaw located?
Liz Elshaw is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Liz Elshaw as my therapist?
Clients can work with Liz Elshaw through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Liz Elshaw work with international clients?
Liz Elshaw does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Liz Elshaw cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Prospective clients can begin by clicking the "Start Therapy" button and completing a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and held by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online access
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being dominated by them, and then take values-guided actions toward a more meaningful life. This approach can support anxiety, low motivation, and challenges related to life transitions.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and early bonds to help people understand how these shape current interactions and emotional responses. It can be useful for attachment issues, relationship and family difficulties, and recovery from relational trauma.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and helps the person lead the pace and direction of change. This approach suits those seeking a reflective space to build self-esteem, process grief, or develop coping skills.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Choices can be adjusted over time as priorities shift.
Online therapy with registered professionals offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier for people to access ongoing support from home, work, or other locations while maintaining continuity of care.