Eleni Chimarrides , BACP

Eleni Chimarrides is a BACP-registered counsellor with a Psychology BSc (Honours) from the University of Derby and six years of clinical experience supporting people through emotional challenges. She works with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, bereavement, low self-esteem and trauma-related experiences, drawing on a person-centred, trauma-informed perspective to tailor support to each individual's needs.

Her therapeutic style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity and compassion. Eleni takes a holistic view of a person's emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual needs and combines person-centred listening with psychoeducation and trauma-informed techniques to help clients explore their feelings and build coping skills. As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), she follows standards associated with that professional body.

Eleni aims to create a supportive therapeutic space where people feel empowered to become the expert in their own situation. She works collaboratively to identify practical strategies and insights that can improve daily functioning and relationships while acknowledging the complex impact of past experiences. Her approach is focused on helping clients find clarity, resilience and greater self-understanding.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Eleni draws on client-centred therapy to place the person's experience at the heart of sessions - offering empathetic listening and collaborative reflection so clients can explore their values, needs and goals and develop greater self-understanding. Trauma-focused therapy is used when past traumatic events affect present wellbeing; this approach works to acknowledge trauma responses and gently process their impact so people can reclaim a stronger sense of safety and control. Mindfulness therapy complements these methods by teaching present-moment awareness and practical techniques to manage stress, anxiety and emotional reactivity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Eleni works collaboratively to find the best fit based on each person's needs, goals and preferences. She adapts methods over time, combining approaches where appropriate to meet changing priorities and promote steady progress.

Online therapy with Eleni is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexible ways to engage that fit varied schedules and life demands. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and integrate therapy into everyday life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor their approach to individual circumstances.