- Years in practice
- 9
- Registration
- NCPS
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Elodie
Elodie De-Souza is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains and parenting challenges. She also supports those dealing with low self-esteem, motivation problems and difficulties with confidence. Her approach is straightforward and respectful, aimed at making the first steps into therapy feel manageable.
Elodie works by listening carefully and adapting conversations to each person's situation. She uses methods that focus on how relationships shape feelings, on the person's own strengths, and on practical thinking skills to change unhelpful patterns.
Background and approach
Sessions are aimed at making everyday life feel easier, not just talking about problems. With nine years of professional experience, Elodie draws on what she has learned over time to guide sessions calmly and clearly. She describes herself as sensitive and compassionate and aims to create a steady, non-judgemental space for people to talk.
The NCPS credential is listed as part of her professional information. Clients can expect a tailored plan that suits their aims and pace. Elodie focuses on real-world changes like improving communication, managing overwhelming feelings and rebuilding confidence.
She often uses practical exercises and conversational work to support progress. Elodie encourages people to recognise the courage it takes to begin therapy. Her style is warm and direct, helping people take small steps toward feeling better and coping with life changes.
What Elodie works with
Everything Elodie lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Elodie helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Elodie lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Attachment-based work looks at how past and present relationships shape feelings and behaviour. It helps when fears about closeness, abandonment or attachment are getting in the way of everyday life. Client-centred therapy focuses on the person's own perspective and strengths. The therapist listens without judgement and helps the person find their own solutions and pace. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, targets unhelpful thoughts and patterns with practical exercises and small behaviour changes to reduce anxiety or low mood.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and practical needs and then agree a plan together. That collaborative process makes it easier to try methods that fit the person's life and to change course if something does not feel useful.
Online work includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation; phone sessions suit those with lower bandwidth or who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging allow quick check-ins or ongoing written reflection between sessions. These options make therapy more flexible for people fitting sessions around work, childcare or other commitments.
Questions people ask about Elodie
What kinds of concerns does Elodie help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, grief, trauma and other listed areas.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and direct. She listens closely, adapts conversations to the person, and uses practical exercises alongside reflective dialogue.
What background and experience does she have?
Elodie has nine years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She lists NCPS as her credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in and what about international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Elodie offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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