Elizabeth Ustabas
Practical, person-centred support for complex issues
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About Elizabeth
Elizabeth Ustabas helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, grief and issues with intimacy. She also supports people dealing with ADHD, bipolar, depression, anger, low self-esteem and major life changes. Elizabeth’s first aim is to make starting therapy feel straightforward and manageable.
Elizabeth works in a collaborative way. She believes each person knows their own story best and brings strengths to the process. The relationship between counsellor and client is central to how she works.
Background and approach
She offers steady, non-judgemental support while people talk through painful or confusing topics. Her approach is practical and person-centred. Sessions focus on what matters now and on small steps that can build change over time.
Elizabeth uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s situation rather than a one-size-fits-all method. She has four years of experience and holds BACP registration, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. That background also informs her role as a counselling tutor, where she teaches levels 2 to 4.
People who contact Elizabeth can expect clear explanations, gentle challenge when needed, and help to develop coping skills. She often supports those wishing to understand neurodivergent traits, attachment patterns, communication and commitment difficulties, and responses to trauma. Conversations aim to move from surviving to managing and then to thriving.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 4
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 393036
- Languages
- English
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Elizabeth's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Elizabeth works with
Everything Elizabeth lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- ADHD
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
How Elizabeth works online
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Elizabeth will discuss options with each person and jointly decide what to try first based on needs, goals and preferences. The plan can change as progress is made so the work stays relevant and helpful.
If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking to confirm what formats are offered. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Other practical benefits include the ability to have a shorter check-in when time is limited and the option to choose sessions that suit the level of visual or audio contact a person prefers.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does Elizabeth help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns and related issues like ADHD, bipolar and depression.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her work is collaborative and person-centred, focusing on building a helpful relationship and practical steps that suit each person.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has four years of clinical experience and also teaches counselling at levels 2 to 4, which keeps her practice grounded in current training.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a BACP member and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions available in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time and works with people in the United Kingdom.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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