Eleni Chimarrides, BACP

Eleni Chimarrides is a BACP registered counsellor (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) based in the United Kingdom, holding a Psychology BSc (Honours) from the University of Derby. She brings six years of experience supporting people with concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, bereavement, low self-esteem and trauma-related experiences. Eleni’s approach is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity and compassion as she works alongside each person to explore their needs and goals.

Her practice is person-centred and holistic, attending to emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual dimensions of wellbeing. She draws on a range of therapeutic techniques, including person-centred methods, psychoeducation and trauma-informed strategies, tailoring interventions to suit each individual. Eleni aims to foster an environment where clients feel supported and empowered to understand their own situation and develop practical ways forward.

Across sessions she prioritizes collaboration and aims to help clients build resilience, improve relationships and cope with life changes. Her style emphasizes empathy and practical guidance, offering a steady presence for people navigating grief, stress, trauma and other challenges.

Client-Centred and Trauma-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, non-judgmental space where the client’s own insights guide progress. It helps people who want to build self-awareness, improve relationships and address issues like low self-esteem or life transitions.

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing traumatic experiences with sensitivity and pacing that suits the individual. This approach supports people coping with trauma-related symptoms, grief and the aftereffects of abuse or significant loss.

Somatic Therapy connects bodily experience with emotional processing, using attention to sensations and movement to help people regulate stress and work through physical responses tied to trauma or anxiety. It can be useful for those who find emotions show up strongly in the body.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Eleni works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods align with a client’s needs, goals and preferences, and adapts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage mobility or access support from home. These options help maintain continuity of care while allowing clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.