Elena Ward
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About me
I provide personalised counselling for adults, offering both short-term and long-term support to address a wide range of psychological challenges. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, low self-esteem, grief, relationship issues, or family concerns, I am here to help.
I offer a compassionate, confidential, and non-judgmental environment where you can openly explore your concerns, discover effective coping strategies, and work toward healing and personal growth. My goal is to support you in finding clarity, developing resilience, and achieving a greater sense of well-being.
Therapeutic Approach
As a fully qualified and experienced integrative counsellor with a background in psychology and mental health, I tailor my methods to meet the unique needs of each client. I draw on a variety of therapeutic modalities, including:
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Person-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Transpersonal Therapy
- Transactional Analysis
My holistic approach addresses the emotional, mental, physical, spiritual, and social aspects of well-being and is focused on the individual as a whole rather than just the symptoms or presenting issues. For instance, physical symptoms may often be indicators of unresolved emotional issues, negative mental patterns, or unexpressed emotions. I blend contemporary scientific insights with ancient traditional practices and incorporate mindfulness, meditation, visualisation, Thought Field Therapy (TFT), grounding, and relaxation techniques into my sessions, fostering a balanced and comprehensive therapeutic process.
I believe that everyone has an innate capacity to understand what is best for them. However, painful or traumatic experiences may cause us to disconnect from this inner wisdom. My goal is to help you reconnect with your authentic self, rediscover your inner resources, and identify what you need to make choices that align with your true potential.
“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” – Carl Gustav Jung
Common Issues I Support
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of concerns, including:
- Anxiety and Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
- Grief and Bereavement
- Relationship and Family Issues
- Low Self-Esteem
- Stress Management
- Obsessive-Compulsive Tendencies
- Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideations
- Abuse (all types)
- General Mental Health Challenges
Training, qualifications & experience
- Diploma in Clinical Supervision (Level 6)
- MSc Therapeutic Counselling
- PG Dip Therapeutic Counselling
- MSc Psychology, Counselling Psychology (Conversion Degree)
- BA Economics & Management
I have worked in various mental health and counselling settings over the past fifteen years, including:
- Rehabilitation wards for individuals who have attempted suicide
- Acute inpatient mental health wards
- Generic counselling services
- Kent Police and Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
- Private practice settings
I am a Registered Accredited member of BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy) and a graduate member of BPS (British Psychological Society), adhering to their ethical guidelines.
To ensure I provide the best possible support, I continuously develop my skills by attending CPD (Continuous Professional Development) training and workshops to stay informed about the latest therapeutic advancements.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£60.00 - £70.00
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I charge £60 per session (50 min) in Dover and £70 in Ruislip area; concessions are available for trainee counsellors studying on BACP approved courses.
I offer a free telephone consultation in advance of counselling to address any questions or queries you may have about my practice.
When I work
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I have some flexibility for people who work shifts.
Further information
I offer counselling both in-person and online to ensure flexible support that suits your lifestyle. If you're ready to start your journey toward greater well-being, contact me today to book a free consultation.
If you're interested in learning more about counselling, my therapeutic approach, or exploring some thoughts and tips on well-being and mental health, please visit my blog page.
