Welcome to Elaleni Counselling
About Elaleni
A calm, steady space when life feels heavy
If you’re grieving, overwhelmed, or carrying something you can’t talk about anywhere else, you’re not alone. I offer a warm, grounded space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what you’re going through at your own pace.
I support adults across the UK through online and phone counselling, specialising in grief, suicide bereavement, trauma and the quieter struggles that can be hard to name.
How I can help
You might be here because:
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you’re navigating a loss that has changed everything
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you’re overwhelmed by emotions that feel too much to hold alone
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you’re living with the impact of trauma
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you feel stuck, exhausted or unsure what you need
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life has shifted in a way you didn’t expect
Whatever you’re carrying, you don’t have to carry it by yourself.
Together, we create a safe, confidential space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside you.
My approach
I’m Catherine — a qualified integrative counsellor and registered MBACP practitioner. My approach is warm, steady and person‑centred.
That means:
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we move at your pace
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you choose what feels safe to explore
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I listen deeply and without judgement
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our work is shaped around your needs, not a fixed method
Counselling isn’t about fixing you — it’s about supporting you, gently and consistently, so you feel less alone with what you’re facing.
Why I do this work
My path to becoming a counsellor began with personal loss — an experience that reshaped my world. The support I received during that time helped me begin to heal, and it inspired me to offer the same steady presence to others.
I’ve since worked in education, the NHS and with charities, supporting people through grief, trauma and emotional overwhelm. I’m committed to ethical, trauma‑informed practice, with regular supervision to ensure I offer safe, professional care.
You’re welcome here, just as you are
Reaching out can feel daunting, especially if you’re unsure what you need. You don’t have to have the right words or a clear plan. We can begin wherever you are.