Elizabeth Shaw

• LGBT concerns
• Relationship issues
• Psychodynamic therapy

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth Shaw works with people on LGBT concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression using conversational, client-led work. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 10 years of professional experience.

She uses a client-centred style that focuses on what the person brings to each session. That means listening, reflecting and helping clients notice patterns in their feelings and relationships. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at how past experiences and attachments can shape current behaviour and emotional responses.

Sessions are practical and spoken in plain language. People can expect to talk through recent problems, notice repeating themes and try small changes between sessions. The counsellor works at a steady pace and checks in about goals regularly.

Elizabeth has particular experience supporting people facing shame, guilt, questions about sexuality, and women’s issues. She also helps with broader concerns such as life purpose and multicultural matters that affect identity and relationships.

Her background of ten years in practice in the United Kingdom informs a reflective approach that balances present-day coping with exploring earlier influences. This combination aims to help people feel clearer about their relationships, sense of self and next steps.

How her approaches work in online counselling

Client-centred therapy focuses on the person speaking and their present concerns. The counsellor listens without directing, reflects what is said and helps the client decide what feels most important to work on. This approach is useful for relationship issues, questions about sexuality and for building self-esteem.

Psychodynamic therapy looks at how past relationships and attachment patterns influence current feelings and behaviour. It often involves noticing recurring themes and links between earlier experiences and today’s reactions, which can help with trauma, guilt and shame concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and agree a way of working that fits. This is a collaborative process and can change as therapy progresses.

The original biography does not list session formats, so please confirm which formats are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly adapt pacing and practical arrangements to suit everyday life.

Topics Elizabeth lists

• LGBT
• Relationship issues
• Trauma and abuse
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Attachment issues
• Guilt and shame
• Life purpose
• Multicultural concerns
• Self-love
• Sexuality
• Women's issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy

Questions about Elizabeth

Does she work with anxiety or depression?

She has experience working with depression and related emotional difficulties. Anxiety is not listed specifically, so check with the service if you need support for anxiety.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses client-centred counselling and psychodynamic therapy, focusing on talk-based work about feelings, relationships and past influences.

What experience does she have?

She has 10 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.

Is she a member of any professional body?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Can I see her if I live outside the UK?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

The original biography did not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with a first session?

Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.