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Elizabeth Ustabas, BACP

Elizabeth Ustabas is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strains, trauma and abuse, ADHD, grief and changes in life.

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About Elizabeth

Elizabeth Ustabas is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strains, trauma and abuse, ADHD, grief and changes in life. She uses a collaborative style and views each client as the expert on their own story.

Elizabeth aims to build a trusting therapeutic relationship that helps people feel heard and understood before moving on to practical steps. She draws on four years of practice and holds BACP registration, which she uses to guide ethical and professional work.

Background and approach

Elizabeth also teaches counselling at levels 2 to 4, so she spends time supporting new counsellors as part of her work. That teaching keeps her thinking about clear, practical ways to explain feelings and reactions. In sessions she focuses on helping people understand patterns, manage overwhelming emotions, and try out new ways of coping.

Conversations are plain and direct, with space for practical tools when needed. She pays attention to attachment, communication and impulsivity when these themes come up. People often come with concerns about self-esteem, intimacy, anger or self-harm.

Elizabeth will also work alongside those managing bipolar, depression and compassion fatigue, helping them find small steps to feel steadier. Her approach aims to balance emotional support with practical strategies. Her work is person-centred and collaborative.

She encourages people to set goals and to move at a pace that feels manageable. If someone wants a more coaching-style focus, she will shape sessions around action and accountability.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	393036	June 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches that guide online therapy and what they do

Elizabeth uses evidence-based techniques to help people manage intense feelings and change unhelpful patterns. One approach focuses on identifying and changing thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going, offering concrete steps to reduce anxiety and addictive behaviours. Another approach centres on understanding attachment and early relationship patterns, helping people see how past experiences shape current reactions and closeness.rr>Finding the right approach is part of the work. Elizabeth will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She listens to what matters most, tries out options, and adjusts the plan as progress is made and needs change.rr>Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls are useful for face-to-face discussion and longer therapeutic work. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a brief check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing or want shorter, more frequent contact. These options make therapy easier to fit around work, family and daily life, while still focusing on steady, goal-driven progress.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, ADHD, grief, low self-esteem and mood conditions such as depression and bipolar.

What is her style of therapy like?

Her style is collaborative and person-centred, focusing on building a trusting relationship first and then working on practical coping strategies and goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has four years of clinical experience and also works as a counselling tutor teaching levels 2 to 4, which keeps her practice grounded in clear explanations and basic skills.

What professional credentials and location apply?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

How can sessions be delivered?

Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or via text-based messaging depending on what suits the client.

How are sessions priced?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.