Elena Wilkins

My name is Elena Wilkins and I am a person-centred therapeutic counsellor offering 1-1 online sessions.

I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), and have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS).

These registrations ensure that the work we do together is safe and upholds ethical standards.

Life comes with challenges and choices that can at times overwhelm us.

These challenges can come in many forms such as bereavement, illness, work, relationships, transitions and parenting, to name a few.

Sometimes there can be little indication as to why we are not feeling ourselves.

A safe place to discuss your thoughts and feelings

Counselling allows a safe space in which you can discuss your thoughts and feelings, enabling you to process the things that you may be struggling with.

Being able to talk with someone who is not part of your personal circle allows you to speak freely without fear of judgment.

Counselling can be a daunting process whether you have previous experience, or you are accessing it for the first time.

I can provide a warm, friendly online space in which you can begin your counselling journey at your pace.

My journey to becoming a counsellor

I started my journey five years ago.

My training allowed me the opportunity to obtain a volunteer placement at a primary school where I provided counselling to parents and staff.

My qualifications include:

• Level 4 Diploma in Humanistic Counselling
• Level 3 in Counselling Studies
• Level 2 in Counselling Skills
• Online Counselling

My occupation before that was in Early Years where I worked for over 10 years.

This provided me with experience in not only caring for young children, but also supporting families and working as the nursery SENCO.

I also hold a level 1 and level 2 qualification in British Sign Language (BSL).

I have personal experience of supporting children with disabilities and special educational needs, and I understand the challenges many people face.

The struggle to balance family needs, appointments, and assessments on top of trying to take care of your own well-being.

I believe my life experiences have enhanced my skills and abilities in becoming a warm, welcoming, empathic therapist.