Elizabeth Lawrence

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Psychodynamic Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor

About me

Who I Am
My name is Elizabeth (Liz) Lawrence, and I am a Counsellor and Counselling Supervisor. I provide professional, empathetic support to help you navigate challenges, gain understanding, develop strategies, and move forward positively.

I specialise in counselling for neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, ADD, and Dyslexia) for both children and adults. My approach is integrative, meaning I draw from a range of therapeutic methods to tailor support to your individual needs. I work with adults, young adults, and children in a safe, confidential setting.

What I Do & How It Can Help

I offer effective therapy in a wide variety of areas, including:

- Mental health challenges - depression, stress, anxiety

-  Relationships & family difficulties - relationship issues, bereavement, social anxieties

- Work & academic stress - support for teachers, students with exam stress, school/university-related anxiety

- Life transitions - career changes, adjusting to a recent diagnosis of ASD or ADHD and dyslexia

- Special interests - Nutrition, weight management, eating disorders, disordered eating patterns

With a background in teaching, I have extensive experience supporting students and educators, helping teens manage exam stress and anxiety while also working with mature students adjusting to new career paths.

I provide counselling for individuals, couples, and groups in a confidential and non-judgmental environment in Chelmsford. Whether you - re facing an immediate crisis - such as a relationship breakdown or bereavement - or struggling with long-term feelings of anxiety, low mood, or a recent diagnosis, I am here to help.

Get in Touch

If you would like to explore whether counselling could support you, please feel free to call, text, or email me. Evening appointments are available.

Training, qualifications & experience

BA Education with specialisms in ASD and ADHD
Accredited Psychodynamic/Psychoterapeutic Counsellor
Accredited Supervisor
Accredited Nutrition therapist
Accredited Behaviour Therapist
Accredited coach
Accredited Emotional Freedom Technique therapist
Accredited Neuro Linguistic Practitioner and Transactional Analysis Therapist

I regularly attend various training courses to enhance and increase my knowledge which this enables me to continually offer my clients the best treatment I can. I also train and teach in other academic institutions. I am in regular supervision and I am fully insured and governed by the Code of Ethics of The National Counselling Society.

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
Accredited Register Scheme

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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

I offer a safe environment for clients who have experienced Complex PTSD

I also offer 1:1 sessions for weight loss, nutrition advice and nutrition therapy including anorexia, food addiction, eating disorders and disordered eating.

1:1 Sessions for pre and post natal depression.  

Therapies offered

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Fees

Concessions offered for

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Additional information

Discount for public service employees. Discounted for Key Works and Mates in Mind charities. (evidence to be provided)

Fees vary according to therapy required.

Payment can be made by card, cash or bank transfer. No cheques accepted.
I may charge for sessions cancelled at short notice. I operate a 24 hour cancellation policy.

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

Monday to Thursday 9am - 8pm

Friday 8am - 3pm

Further information

If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact me by telephone, text or email. I understand and appreciate that finding the right therapist can be overwhelming and daunting when taking the first step to make contact.  I will always make every effort to ensure that you feel supported.

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

Wheelchair user access info
Wheelchair user access

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You can contact the Counsellor to discuss the options available.

Under the Equality Act 2010 service providers have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access their service. You can read more about reasonable adjustments to help you to access services on the CAB website.

I offer a warm and comfortable environment that is easily accessible for wheelchairs. Please ask for more information when making an enquiry.

Additional languages

I have an understanding of Afrikaans.

Online platforms

Skype
Whatsapp
Zoom
Google Meet
Microsoft Teams

Supervision

In person
Online
Phone

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