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Elizabeth Housden, BACP

BACP counsellor specializing in trauma and anxiety
  • Integrative therapy approach
  • Experienced with trauma
  • Works with adults and youth

About Elizabeth Housden

Elizabeth Housden is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 12 years of counselling experience. She creates a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where people can feel heard and supported, drawing on professional training and personal insight to connect with clients in an authentic way.

Her core training is in integrative therapy, which means she combines techniques from different therapeutic approaches to suit each person’s needs and pace. Elizabeth works with both adults and young people on a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and depression, and she addresses related areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, blended family challenges, codependency, domestic violence, substance use concerns, feelings of emptiness, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose and midlife questions, panic disorder and panic attacks, personality disorders, and post-traumatic stress.

Her background includes roles in schools, specialist services, and community settings, and she currently works within a peripatetic team while offering online therapy. As a BACP member - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - she is part of a professional body for counsellors in the UK. Elizabeth combines clinical skills with personal lived experience of overcoming challenges, bringing empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to help clients find clarity, build resilience, and move toward healing.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elizabeth Housden have?

Elizabeth Housden has 12 years of counselling experience.

Is Elizabeth Housden a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. License details: .

In which languages does Elizabeth Housden provide therapy?

Elizabeth Housden provides therapy in English.

Where is Elizabeth Housden located?

Elizabeth Housden is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Elizabeth Housden as my therapist?

Clients can work with Elizabeth Housden through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elizabeth Housden work with international clients?

Yes, Elizabeth Housden works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elizabeth Housden cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for Clients?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many clients.

One key benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the format that fits their life best, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options helps therapy fit around work, family, and other commitments rather than the other way around.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients may change therapists if they feel another approach would be a better fit. For those weighing options, remote therapy offers practical access to trained therapists while supporting the same goals of understanding, coping, and personal growth.

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