- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Client-centred approach
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Elsa
Elsa Da Cruz is a counsellor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has eight years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem, grief, ADHD and LGBT concerns.
She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside client-centred methods and cognitive behavioural techniques. Sessions focus on naming strong feelings and looking at how they affect thoughts and behaviour. Elsa also brings mindfulness and solution-focused ideas into practical exercises people can try between meetings.
Her style is straightforward and person-centred. She listens for patterns that keep causing pain, such as attachment wounds, abandonment fears or codependent habits. Then she helps the person try new ways of responding and relating that feel more manageable.
Elsa works with issues that often come from family background or big life events. These include family of origin problems, divorce and separation, blended family stress, fatherhood issues and domestic violence aftermath. She also supports people facing body image, commitment and dependent personality concerns.
Sessions can include short practical tools as well as deeper emotional work. Clients may be invited to notice bodily sensations, practise grounding or experiment with different ways of speaking about feelings. Elsa offers therapy in English, Spanish and Portuguese and accepts international clients.
To start, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Pricing varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How Elsa uses EFT and practical approaches online
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on identifying and naming strong emotions and the interaction patterns they create. It is often used when relationship patterns or attachment worries are central, helping people notice how feelings drive responses. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person rather than techniques. The counsellor listens, reflects and follows the client’s lead to build understanding and clarity about what matters most. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses structured exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try new behaviours that reduce distress. Finding the best approach is part of the work. Elsa will discuss these methods with each person and choose a mix based on the client’s goals and preferences. This is done collaboratively so adjustments can be made as needs change. Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions around busy days and easier access for people outside the local area. Different session arrangements may suit different needs, so confirm the current session options before booking. Online meetings can make short check-ins, mindfulness practices or homework reviews easier to schedule and help therapy fit into daily life.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, anger, self-esteem, grief, ADHD and LGBT concerns, plus related issues such as attachment and abandonment.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside client-centred and cognitive behavioural approaches, with mindfulness and solution-focused ideas mixed in.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working with people from different backgrounds and presenting concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients; confirm any time-zone or scheduling details when arranging sessions.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.