About me
I’m Liza Smith, a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist with a BSc (Hons), with therapy rooms in Chiswick, London (W4) and Richmond, TW9, West London. I offer both in-person and online therapy across the UK. I am enhanced DBS checked.
I work with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, with particular specialisms in general anxiety disorder and depression. I have advanced my training and postgraduate-level study in trauma at UCL Brain Science Department, with specialist knowledge and experience in supporting people affected by trauma-related difficulties, including PTSD, phobias, attachment and emotional abuse, addiction, health anxiety, OCD, self-harm, panic attacks, eating difficulties, and suicidal thoughts, amongst others.
Through my work at a cancer centre, I also provide specialist support for people affected by cancer, whether they are living with a diagnosis, undergoing or recovering from treatment, adjusting to life after cancer, or supporting a loved one. I support clients experiencing grief and bereavement, helping them process loss and navigate the emotional impact of significant life changes.
I offer a free 20-minute introductory call to help you decide whether I’m the right fit for you. Please get in touch with any questions — I look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and hold a current Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate, offering a safe, supportive, and confidential space for therapy.
I hold a First Class Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Person-Centred Pluralistic Counselling (Advanced Practitioner). I am currently undertaking an advanced Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology and Trauma within the Department of Brain Sciences at University College London (UCL).
Alongside my private practice, I work across mental health services, a specialist cancer centre, and crisis services, supporting people through some of life's most challenging experiences with compassion and professionalism.
I also have extensive experience supporting neurodivergent adults, including those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), autism, and dyslexia, and I provide a flexible approach tailored to each individual's needs.
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
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Bereavement by suicide
Intrusive Thoughts
Parent to child with autism
Therapies offered
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation to help you decide whether counselling with me feels like the right fit. My fees are £65 for weekday sessions, including evenings, and £80 for weekend sessions.
When I work
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I offer flexible times for appointments. Please get in touch and we can work through a time that suits.
Further information
I offer flexible hours, including evenings, early mornings, and weekend slots. I also have experienced in ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia. I am happy to adjust a space to suit your needs. I am registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and hold a current Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate.
