Elizabeth Cooper, BACP
Relational psychotherapist for relationships and trauma
- Warm relational approach
- Experienced supervisor
- Accepting international clients
About Elizabeth Cooper
Elizabeth Cooper offers a warm, relational approach to psychotherapy that prioritises a strong, authentic connection between therapist and client. She works with individuals and couples to create personalised therapy plans that respond to each person’s needs, drawing on a broad clinical background and years of experience across health, education and charity settings. Elizabeth believes early attachment experiences shape the ways people relate to themselves and others, and that many unhelpful patterns operate beneath conscious awareness. Therapy is framed as a learning process that helps people understand those patterns, strengthen their relationship with themselves, and build practical skills for everyday life.
She is a BACP-accredited relational integrative psychotherapist, supervisor and well-being practitioner. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body that sets ethical standards for practice. Elizabeth holds a BA (Hons) and a Science degree in counselling and a level 7 qualification in nursing and healthcare, experiences that inform her holistic way of working. Her practice is underpinned by the Clarkson 5 relationship model and integrates techniques from psychodynamic, existential, humanistic and transpersonal traditions.
Elizabeth’s background includes work in A&E, surgery, mental health services, community health visiting, rehabilitation, learning support, end-of-life care, schools and nurseries, and specialist roles in domestic violence, bereavement and young people’s counselling. She collaborates with Relational Counselling Tadworth and offers psychotherapy for couples and individuals as well as supervision for students and qualified counsellors and psychotherapists. She aims to enter each client’s world with empathy and curiosity, supporting personal growth without giving advice or attempting to ‘fix’ someone. As she works predominantly in a busy private practice, availability can be limited, but she is willing to schedule appointments on other days on request.
She is a BACP-accredited relational integrative psychotherapist, supervisor and well-being practitioner. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body that sets ethical standards for practice. Elizabeth holds a BA (Hons) and a Science degree in counselling and a level 7 qualification in nursing and healthcare, experiences that inform her holistic way of working. Her practice is underpinned by the Clarkson 5 relationship model and integrates techniques from psychodynamic, existential, humanistic and transpersonal traditions.
Elizabeth’s background includes work in A&E, surgery, mental health services, community health visiting, rehabilitation, learning support, end-of-life care, schools and nurseries, and specialist roles in domestic violence, bereavement and young people’s counselling. She collaborates with Relational Counselling Tadworth and offers psychotherapy for couples and individuals as well as supervision for students and qualified counsellors and psychotherapists. She aims to enter each client’s world with empathy and curiosity, supporting personal growth without giving advice or attempting to ‘fix’ someone. As she works predominantly in a busy private practice, availability can be limited, but she is willing to schedule appointments on other days on request.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesNarcissismSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Elizabeth Cooper have?
Elizabeth Cooper has 8 years of experience.
Is Elizabeth Cooper a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Elizabeth Cooper provide therapy?
Elizabeth Cooper provides therapy in English.
Where is Elizabeth Cooper located?
Elizabeth Cooper is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Elizabeth Cooper as my therapist?
You can work with Elizabeth Cooper through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Elizabeth Cooper work with international clients?
Yes, Elizabeth Cooper works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Elizabeth Cooper cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrative approaches for online therapy and remote care
Elizabeth draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them. ACT focuses on identifying personal values and taking committed steps toward them, which can be helpful for anxiety, depression and stress-related difficulties. Attachment-Based Therapy is another core strand of her work and looks at how early relationships shape current patterns of relating - it can support people coping with intimacy issues, abandonment, adoption and attachment concerns by exploring relational habits and building more secure ways of connecting. Client-Centered Therapy provides a non-directive, empathetic space where the client’s own experience leads the work; this approach supports self-esteem, grief and life transitions by emphasising respect, acceptance and the client’s capacity for growth.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Elizabeth works collaboratively to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals and preferences. She helps clients explore which techniques feel most useful and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care around work, family and travel. These options allow regular contact, timely support during life changes, and the ability to continue therapy from different locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists who adapt methods to remote formats.