Elena Ciortescu, NCPS
Psychotherapist for anxiety and life transitions
- Integrative relational approach
- Individual and group therapy
- Warm supportive guidance
About Elena Ciortescu
Elena Ciortescu is a psychotherapist who supports individuals coping with anxiety, depression, identity shifts, and emotional overwhelm. She recognises how mental health challenges can unsettle a person’s sense of self and how isolating or confusing that experience may feel.
Her work is integrative and relational, adapting therapeutic methods to each person’s needs. She draws on evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques, narrative work, and mindfulness, while remaining attentive to each client’s lived experience, values, and beliefs. Rather than aiming to "fix" someone, she aims to walk alongside clients as they reconnect with their strengths and what matters most to them.
Elena brings experience from private practice as well as roles in education and the charity sector, where she has supported people from diverse backgrounds. Across these settings she has seen the value of open conversation, empathy, and curiosity in producing meaningful, lasting change. People describe her as warm, thoughtful, and down-to-earth, and she strives to offer a space that feels both safe enough to explore difficult material and supportive enough to foster growth.
She also facilitates online group therapy, creating structured and peer-supportive environments where participants can share challenges, learn from one another, and build coping skills. Whether someone is navigating a crisis or feeling stalled at a crossroads, Elena offers a therapeutic space to pause, reflect, and begin to rebuild. She welcomes contact from those seeking compassionate, clear-headed support.
Her work is integrative and relational, adapting therapeutic methods to each person’s needs. She draws on evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques, narrative work, and mindfulness, while remaining attentive to each client’s lived experience, values, and beliefs. Rather than aiming to "fix" someone, she aims to walk alongside clients as they reconnect with their strengths and what matters most to them.
Elena brings experience from private practice as well as roles in education and the charity sector, where she has supported people from diverse backgrounds. Across these settings she has seen the value of open conversation, empathy, and curiosity in producing meaningful, lasting change. People describe her as warm, thoughtful, and down-to-earth, and she strives to offer a space that feels both safe enough to explore difficult material and supportive enough to foster growth.
She also facilitates online group therapy, creating structured and peer-supportive environments where participants can share challenges, learn from one another, and build coping skills. Whether someone is navigating a crisis or feeling stalled at a crossroads, Elena offers a therapeutic space to pause, reflect, and begin to rebuild. She welcomes contact from those seeking compassionate, clear-headed support.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Elena Ciortescu have?
Elena Ciortescu has 10 years of experience.
Is Elena Ciortescu a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential; no additional license details were provided.
In which languages does Elena Ciortescu provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Romanian.
Where is Elena Ciortescu located?
Elena is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Elena Ciortescu as my therapist?
You can work with Elena Ciortescu through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Elena Ciortescu work with international clients?
Yes, Elena Ciortescu works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Elena Ciortescu cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people wonder whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One of the main benefits is flexibility - clients can choose the format that best fits their needs, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other commitments.
Licensed professionals provide therapy remotely, and clients are free to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible and effective way to engage with therapeutic work without sacrificing professional standards of care.