Elizabeth (Liz) Cook , BACP

Elizabeth (Liz) Cook is a UK-based counsellor with 12 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and a wide range of life challenges. She brings a background of 22 years working in social care supporting people with disabilities and their families, which informs a practical, empathetic understanding of how illness and disability affect individuals and relationships.

Elizabeth has worked extensively with clients facing anxiety, depression and stress, including people who have experienced suicidal feelings, self-harm, or who cope by withdrawing from others. Her clinical training includes person-centred counselling alongside a qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and she is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

When meeting someone for the first time Elizabeth offers time to listen to their story, to clarify what they hope to achieve, and to outline how counselling might support those goals. She holds a strong belief that people possess internal resources for change, while also recognising the value of having a counsellor alongside them during difficult times. Elizabeth aims to provide steady, compassionate support as clients work toward meaningful change on their own terms.

Practical approaches for online CBT and person-centred work

Elizabeth uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns - a practical, goal-focused approach that can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress and related difficulties. She also draws on person-centred principles, offering a warm, non-judgemental space where clients are encouraged to explore their feelings and build on their own strengths.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Elizabeth works with each person to understand their needs, preferences and goals, and together they decide which methods to prioritise and adapt as therapy unfolds. This collaborative planning helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit counselling into busy lives, to maintain continuity during times of change, and to access support from licensed professionals without needing to travel.