- Men's wellbeing focus
- Multilingual support
- BACP registered
About Elsa
Elsa Da Cruz is a counsellor who supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem and depression. She also offers help for issues linked to ADHD, grief and LGBT concerns. Elsa works in English, Spanish and Portuguese and practices in the United Kingdom.
She takes a person-focused approach and aims to make people feel heard. Sessions begin with listening to what matters to the person and what they want to change. Elsa uses straightforward tools to spot patterns and try new ways of coping.
Her work draws on client-centred principles and cognitive behavioural ideas alongside mindfulness and solution-focused techniques. This mix means practical steps are used alongside space to reflect and to process feelings. Emotionally-focused ideas are used when relationships and attachment are central concerns.
Elsa has eight years of experience as a counsellor and holds BACP registration. She has supported people through issues such as abandonment, family of origin problems, blended family stresses and fatherhood issues. She also addresses body image, codependency, commitment concerns and the pain of separation.
People meeting Elsa can expect a calm, non-judgemental atmosphere and practical conversations about next steps. She invites clients to set clear goals and to work at a pace that suits them. To begin, visitors use the site Start Therapy flow to match and schedule sessions.
How Elsa adapts therapeutic approaches for online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience. It helps when someone needs space to feel heard and to build trust in the counselling relationship. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together and offers practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and attend to strong emotions, which can be useful where attachment and relationship issues are important.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try different ways of working and adapt based on what helps most. You and the therapist decide together which ideas to use and when to change course.
The original biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when that suits the day. It also allows people who live outside the immediate area to work with a therapist who speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese. Registered or accredited professionals can adjust session length and pace to match practical needs and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Elsa support?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, anger and self-esteem problems, and also helps with ADHD, grief and LGBT related issues.
How would she describe her approach in sessions?
Elsa uses a person-focused style combined with CBT, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to mix practical steps with space to reflect.
What is her background and experience?
She has eight years of experience as a counsellor and emotional therapist and has worked with people from varied backgrounds.
What credentials and region are listed?
Elsa is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish and Portuguese and she also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.