Elizabeth Oatten

Life can feel heavy and, at times, hard to manage alone. I offer a calm, reflective space where you can pause, explore, and make sense of your experiences - developing greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and resilience to support lasting change.

You may be seeking counselling because you’re feeling stuck, or unsure about your direction in life.

Maybe self-doubt is affecting your sense of self or self-esteem.

You might be navigating work-related pressures such as conflict, stress, or burnout.

Perhaps you are experiencing relationship difficulties, unsure of what the future holds.

0r you may be carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, abuse or trauma.

Whatever your challenges, I work relationally and thoughtfully, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to help you deepen understanding and find a way forward that feels right for you.

Complimentary Consultation

I know that starting counselling - and finding the right therapist - can feel daunting. That’s why I offer a complimentary consultation, giving us a chance to get to know each other, discuss any questions you may have, and see if working together feels like the right fit for you.

Training and Qualifications

I trained at the highly regarded Metanoia Institute, where I gained a BSc (Hons) in Humanistic Counselling and a Level 6 Clinical Diploma in Humanistic Counselling.

I regularly undertake clinical supervision and professional development to ensure my work remains ethical, reflective, and effective.

Fully Insured | Enhanced DBS Checked | Adult Safeguarding Aware

My approach is integrative and relational, centred on establishing a trusting therapeutic relationship with you, which is foundational to effective therapy.

Grounded in trauma-informed practice, I draw on the three complementary modalities I trained in — Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Transactional Analysis — along with solution-focused and cognitive-behavioural approaches and practical life insights. I blend these methods to tailor therapy to your unique needs, working at a pace that feels right for you.

I believe that developing insight is essential for healing and meaningful change. Together, using a whole-person approach, we will explore how the interplay of your history, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and environment shapes your patterns, emotional responses, and sense of self, helping you make sense of your inner world.

We will strengthen your self-awareness and self-compassion - the inner resources that ease the difficult emotions tied to low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and past trauma. And foster empowerment, resilience, and psychological wellbeing, supporting you to live with greater authenticity, emotional balance, and vitality.

OUR FIRST SESSION: LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR THERAPY

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Our first session provides a welcoming moment to begin building trust in the therapeutic relationship. 

I’ll gather information about your history and present circumstances and explore the experiences that have shaped you, helping us understand what’s happening for you now, your current struggles, and your hopes for therapy.

We will also begin to get a sense of the therapeutic process and approach that resonates for you, helping you feel supported and understood as we start working together.

Contact Me

If you'd like to know more about how I can support you or arrange an appointment, I'd be pleased to hear from you. Connect in whichever way feels most comfortable:

Phone, WhatsApp: 07881 570 314

Email: elizabeth@elysiacounsellingservices.com

Website: https://www.elysiacounsellingservices.com/

Life can feel heavy and, at times, hard to manage alone. I offer a calm, reflective space where you can pause, explore, and make sense of your experiences - developing greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and resilience to support lasting change.

You may be seeking counselling because you’re feeling stuck, or unsure about your direction in life.

Maybe self-doubt is affecting your sense of self or self-esteem.

You might be navigating work-related pressures such as conflict, stress, or burnout.

Perhaps you are experiencing relationship difficulties, unsure of what the future holds.

0r you may be carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, abuse or trauma.

Whatever your challenges, I work relationally and thoughtfully, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to help you deepen understanding and find a way forward that feels right for you.

Complimentary Consultation

I know that starting counselling - and finding the right therapist - can feel daunting. That’s why I offer a complimentary consultation to begin building a trusting therapeutic relationship, as we get to know each other and discuss what has brought you to counselling, your hopes, and any questions you may have.

Training and Qualifications

I trained at the highly regarded Metanoia Institute, where I gained a BSc (Hons) in Humanistic Counselling and a Level 6 Clinical Diploma in Humanistic Counselling.

I regularly undertake clinical supervision and professional development to ensure my work remains ethical, reflective, and effective.

Fully Insured | Enhanced DBS Checked | Adult Safeguarding Aware

My approach is integrative and relational, centred on establishing a trusting therapeutic relationship with you, which is foundational to effective therapy.

Grounded in trauma-informed practice, I draw on the three complementary modalities I trained in — Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Transactional Analysis — along with solution-focused and cognitive-behavioural approaches and practical life insights. I blend these methods to tailor therapy to your unique needs, working at a pace that feels right for you.

I believe that developing insight is essential for healing and meaningful change. Together, using a whole-person approach, we will explore how the interplay of your history, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and environment shapes your patterns, emotional responses, and sense of self, helping you make sense of your inner world.

We will strengthen your self-awareness and self-compassion - the inner resources that ease the difficult emotions tied to low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and past trauma. And foster empowerment, resilience, and psychological wellbeing, supporting you to live with greater authenticity, emotional balance, and vitality.

Our First Session: Laying the Foundation for Therapy

Our first session provides a welcoming moment to begin building trust in the therapeutic relationship. 

I’ll gather information about your history and present circumstances and explore the experiences that have shaped you, helping us understand what’s happening for you now, your current struggles, and your hopes for therapy.

We will also begin to get a sense of the therapeutic process and approach that resonates for you, helping you feel supported and understood as we start working together.

Contact Me

If you'd like to know more about how I can support you or arrange an appointment, I'd be pleased to hear from you. Connect in whichever way feels most comfortable:

Phone, WhatsApp: 07881 570 314

Email: elizabeth@elysiacounsellingservices.com

Website: https://www.elysiacounsellingservices.com/