a Safe Space For You

Life brings many challenges, and it is understandable that at times we might look for support in facing them. My role as your counsellor is to provide you a safe, confidential space to navigate what is happening in your life and walk with you on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Together we can explore your situation in a way that leads to fresh perspectives and empowers you to make lasting, meaningful changes in your life.

Specialisms

ADHD

I specialise in working with adults 18 and older with ADHD.  Whether you’re newly diagnosed or awaiting assesment, together we can work towards gaining insight and understanding of ADHD and its effect on you and empowering you in ways to effectively manage your symptoms. 

Alternatively, you may only suspect you have ADHD. Together, we can explore your symptoms and if assessment is right for you.  

Please note – I am not qualified to assess, diagnose or prescribe medication.  I do have training in these areas though and able to support you as you navigate those processes.

Bereavement

I also have specialty experience working with bereavement and grief, especially where the grief might be considered complex.  If you have experienced multiple losses within a short space of time, whether as a result of losing a loved one, or through another type of loss (loss of job, home, income, etc.) or despite the passage of time, the feelings of grief are long lasting and creating difficulty with moving forward in life, bereavement/grief counselling can provide the space to explore what has happened, reconstruct meaning in your life and find ways to integrate the experience of grief.  

Other Areas of Work

I am experienced working with a range of other issues such as fertility issues, depression, anxiety, work related stress, and life transitions. If you’re seeking therapy for an issue not listed here, please get in touch to discuss your counselling needs.

About Me

My name is Elle and I am an integrative counsellor, which is a fancy way of saying I use several psychological ideas and techniques to tailor the counselling to your needs. My core theories/approaches are person centred, psychodynamic and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT).  

I hold the following qualifications / registrations: –

BA (Hons) Counselling (Integrative)

Foundation Certificate in Bereavement Counselling

Certificate in Online & Telephone Counselling

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

I’ve also undertaken specialist training in ADHD with UKAAN and Pesi that includes understanding the assessment and diagnosis process, pharmacology and psychosocial skills training.

I am an Accredited Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and adhere to their ethical framework. I am fully insured and hold an clear enhanced DBS check. I am also Registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

I am committed to excellence in my practice and regularly undertake continuing professional development in a wide variety of subjects to hone my skills, increase my knowledge and understanding, and gain new insights and perspectives.

Availability & Fees

I work both face-to-face and online via video.  I have session availability afternoons and early evenings Monday – Thursday.

In person sessions are conducted at Therapeast therapy centre in Barkingside, Ilford.

Online sessions are conducted via an encrypted video service through my case management system WriteUpp.  Once a video session is agreed, you will receive by email and/or text message a link to the virtual therapy space.  There is no need to download any programs or set up an account.  A few minutes prior to your session, please click the link to be taken to the virtual therapy room where I will meet with you.

Sessions last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly basis, and cost £70 per session. Fees are payable in advance of the session in order to secure your booking.

I am a registered provider with Aviva, AXA, Bupa, Vitality and WPA insurers. Please contact me for my provider number and ensure you obtain pre-authorisation for my services under the terms of your policy.

Payment is by bank transfer. Block booking is available. 48 hours notice is required when cancelling. Less than 48 hours notice and the session fee is non-refundable.

Contact Me

Contact Me via the form to arrange a free 15 minute phone call to discuss your counselling needs and make an appointment.