Elysia Counselling Services
Counselling and Personal Therapy in Reading, Henley-on-Thames, and Online
counselling to enhance
self-awareness. self-compassion. empowerment. resilience. wellbeing.
Welcome, I'm
Elizabeth
a bacp-registered counsellor
I understand that life can be challenging.
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You may be here because something isn’t feeling quite right, or you're finding it harder to cope. You might feel unfulfilled, stuck, or directionless — in life, work, or relationships. At times, self-doubt may be chipping away at your confidence or sense of identity. You could be living with anxiety, low mood, or a general sense of unease. Perhaps you feel disconnected — from yourself or others. You could be carrying the weight of past trauma.
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Whatever you're facing, it may feel overwhelming — and too much to manage alone.
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I offer compassionate, trauma-informed counselling to support you with these and many other emotional and psychological challenges — to help you make sense of it all, heal and begin meaningful change.
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lizabeth
'Never be a prisoner of your past, become the architect of your future'
- Robin Sharma
integrative counselling, tailored to you
Grounded in a mutually trusting therapeutic relationship and drawing on a range of therapeutic methods — guided by humanistic principles, trauma-informed understanding, and real-life insights — I personalise therapy to your needs.
I believe our struggles often arise from the complexity of being human — our stories are shaped by our experiences, relationships, and the world around us.
That’s why my counselling takes a holistic, whole-person approach, exploring with compassion and curiosity all parts of your story — your history, emotions, thoughts, and behaviours.​
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supporting your emotional wellbeing
Together, we’ll deepen your self-understanding and strengthen your inner resources, helping you move beyond unhelpful patterns or beliefs that your challenges or past pain may have created.
We’ll reconnect with your core values and help you develop a clearer, more grounded sense of self.
Guided by intention and purpose, you can begin to heal, live with greater authenticity, balance, fulfilment, and renewed vitality.
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Learn more about my integrative counselling approach and how I can support your emotional wellbeing.​​
I offer personal therapy, counselling and mentorship to adults and trainee therapists for stress, low self-esteem,
imposter syndrome, anxiety, depression, trauma and many other challenges to support emotional and psychological health.
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Each service is grounded in my five foundations for healing and personal and professional growth:
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self-awareness, self-compassion, empowerment, resilience, and wellbeing​​​​​
Tailored short- or long-term personal therapy focused on emotional balance and personal growth​
Counselling for clients with work related challenges to support workplace wellbeing and professional growth
Mentorship to help trainee therapists navigate their qualification journey​
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where to find me
I meet with you in my comfortable consulting rooms, centrally located in Reading and Henley-on-Thames. Both locations offer parking nearby or are within walking distance of the train stations.
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I know that life can be hectic, that your time is precious, and sometimes flexibility is needed. Or that you may prefer to meet from the comfort of your own space. And so I also offer counselling online via a secure video platform.
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discover how counselling can empower you
You may not know whether counselling is right for you. Or taking that first step might feel daunting.
I offer a complimentary 20-minute initial consultation online or by phone. This is an opportunity for us to connect, for you to share what's brought you to counselling, and ask any questions.
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We can explore how I might be able to support you and get a sense of whether working together feels right.