Ellen Watton-Emsley

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Dip Counselling - Butterfly Effect Counselling

About me

People come to counselling for all sorts of reasons. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low in confidence, or simply in need of someone to talk to. Whatever brings you here, your experiences are valid—and unique to you.

I'm Ellen, a person-centred counsellor, and I offer one-to-one sessions in a calm, confidential space where you can speak openly, without fear of judgment. This is your time, and your space.

Counselling with me is flexible and tailored to what feels right for you. We can meet online, chat over the phone, or take our sessions outdoors with walk-and-talk therapy. You can also choose whether you’d like short-term support or something longer—there’s no pressure either way.

My role isn’t to give advice or tell you what to do, but to walk alongside you as you explore whatever’s on your mind. Together, we create a space where you feel safe, supported, and truly heard.

I know reaching out can feel daunting—it takes courage to take that first step. I’m here to make it as easy and welcoming as possible.

To help you decide if I’m the right fit, I offer a free 15-minute phone call. It’s a chance for us to talk, answer any questions you might have, and see how it feels to connect.

If you're ready, I’d love to hear from you. And if you're still unsure, that’s okay too—take your time. I’m here when you’re ready.

Kind regards,
Ellen

Training, qualifications & experience

  • ABC Level 4 Diploma in the Theory and Practice of Counselling
  • Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
  • Certificate in Drug Awareness level 1
  • Certificate in Drug Awareness Studies & their applications level 2
  • Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health level 2
  • Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems level 2
  • Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse level 2
  • Rewind Technique

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£45.00 per session

Concessions offered for

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  • check_circle Students
  • check_circle Trainee counsellors
  • check_circle Unemployed

Additional information

£45 per session

£40 per session for students and OAPs

£55 per session for couples

When I work

I have a flexible diary

Further information

I am fully insured

Please feel free to text, email or call me.

Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4

Type of session

Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

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Online platforms

FaceTime
Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp

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