Ellie Taylor

I understand that sometimes life can be challenging for everyone and that at times it can be hard to see the wood through the trees. Counselling and Psychotherapy are a great support in helping people feel better in themselves. I strongly believe in empowerment and helping people to be the best they can, and in also helping people to find emotional strength when it's needed. By having a safe and confidential space to explore issues, psychotherapy can really help as a guide to finding inner strength and growth.

I am an integrative psychotherapist which means I use different approaches within my practise. I have attained level 2 and 3 counselling skills, an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Counselling, and an Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I am currently completing my Master’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Regents University,
London, which has given me a Psychoanalytic, Existential, and Humanistic-Integrative approach within my work. I am also a trustee of a spiritual centre in Abingdon, called St Ethlewolds House, and am influenced by spiritual approaches including Buddhism and teach mindfulness practises including meditation.

As well as having theory to guide my work I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship, where clients can meet themselves in a safe, warm, and non-judgmental space. Exploring questions such as the meaning of existence, what it means to live authentically and with freedom, as well as taking ownership of our being in the world in everydayness and relating this being to the wholeness of our humanity. Finding healthier and more meaningful ways of being in the world, with more connection and inner awareness and self-compassion.

 I have considerable experience working with young people and adults. I initially trained to be a counsellor in a secondary school, and then went on a train in psychotherapy with adults and worked in a community project and other charities. I am currently working in a private practise and have experience working with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, low self-esteem, LGBTQIA+, anger, and addiction.