Elizabeth BreretonBACP, NCPS

Elizabeth Brereton offers a steady, non-judgemental space for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief or major life change. She introduces herself plainly and listens first, helping people find their own way rather than telling them what to do. Elizabeth is a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, NCPS.

She describes her style as humanistic and person-centred, so the client’s priorities guide the work. When helpful, she draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, CBT, to tackle unhelpful thoughts and develop new coping steps. Sessions focus on practical changes as well as understanding feelings and patterns.

Elizabeth has worked for six years with people facing grief, abuse of many kinds, bullying, issues around sexuality, addictions including sex or porn addiction, and neurodiversity such as Asperger syndrome. She also supports people dealing with anger, low self-esteem, career concerns, and adjustment to life events. Her additional focus areas include attachment, aging concerns, and family of origin issues.

Clients can expect straight talk and warmth from someone who says what she means. Elizabeth emphasises respect and treats people without judgement. She aims to empower clients to accept themselves or to make changes that feel right for them.

If you are ready to take that first step she invites you to begin the process and will work collaboratively to find a way forward that fits your needs and values.

How her approaches translate to online counselling

Elizabeth often works in a person-centred way, which means the online sessions begin with listening to what matters most to the client. This approach helps people talk through feelings about change, identity, loss or stress and set goals that feel realistic.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, CBT, is another approach she uses. CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and helps people try small behavioural changes and new ways of thinking. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and practical coping during life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. She will work collaboratively to decide whether person-centred listening, CBT techniques or motivational interviewing fit best for your needs and goals. The choice can change as therapy progresses and is reviewed together.

Please confirm which session formats are available before you book, as the biography does not list them. Many people find online work helps fit counselling into a busy life by reducing travel, making scheduling easier and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. Others favour sessions that allow more time for reflection and practical planning. The therapist will discuss what works best for you and adapt the way of working to suit your everyday routine.