Elena Antoniu

My current availability is only in-person on Tuesdays; fortnightly at 12:10 and weekly/fortnightly at 2:30 pm.

I'm a neurodivergent queer nonbinary counsellor and I bring this lived experience to my practice. Seeking support can be a big decision, and I want to make this process feel as safe for you as possible. I like to be myself in the therapy room, and work to create the right environment for you to be able to do the same.

My work is rooted in an anti-oppressive stance, and my practice is always consent-led and trauma-informed. I have worked with a diverse range of clients and issues, and have specialist experience with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities.

I am an integrative counsellor and build upon a person-centred foundation. This means I believe in your potential, and I tailor different approaches to your needs. This will be a space just for you, where I’ll always be interested in what you bring. I’ll offer you both non-judgmental support and challenge, and work with you to guide you towards where you want to be.

People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons, from simply looking to make more sense of things to wanting to resolve deep-rooted issues. It can be nerve-wracking, but also empowering. Whatever the reason, if you're ready to take that first step, I'm here for you.

I offer both long-term open-ended and short-term counselling - we can agree ahead of time on a number of sessions, or we can start working together and see how it feels.

Sessions are usually on a weekly or fortnightly basis. Face-to-face sessions take place in my office in St Peter's Square (5 min walk from tram stop).

I offer a limited number of online concession slots (£35) for trainee therapists and people on a lower income/benefits. There is no limit on the number of sessions you can access at a concession rate. Let me know in your initial email if you would like to access this option - I will never ask for income proof.

I offer a free online 15 minute taster session for you to talk about what you're looking for, ask any questions you may have, and for me to explain more about the way I work. It's an opportunity for us to see if we are the right fit for each other. If it feels like a good fit, we can then arrange further sessions.