Elizabeth "Liz" Pentz, BACP
Experienced person-centred counsellor
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- Client-centred approach
- Mindfulness tools
- Bereavement support
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth "Liz" Pentz is a BACP counsellor who works in a person-centred way. She aims to listen carefully and to walk alongside people as they work through difficult feelings. Sessions are 45 minutes and can run over weeks or for whatever length the client prefers.
She uses a person-centred foundation that keeps the client’s experience at the centre of the work. That means she will not give advice but will create space for people to explore what matters to them. Mindfulness and relaxation techniques are sometimes offered as practical tools clients can try between sessions.
Liz has four years of experience and has worked a lot with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse and relationship concerns. She also has a strong background in bereavement support and helps people cope with loss in its many forms. Midlife crisis and coping with life changes are listed among her areas of focus.
She supports people dealing with low self-esteem, addictions, sleeping difficulties and compassion fatigue, and she has worked with clients affected by chronic illness, caregiving stress and cancer. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, and intimacy-related concerns such as BDSM and kink when relevant to the person’s difficulties.
Her stated practice is to offer empathy and a non-judgemental presence while helping clients develop internal resources and healthier coping strategies. Liz is a Registered Member of the BACP and conducts her work from the United Kingdom. If unsure about formats, clients are advised to confirm session options before booking.
She uses a person-centred foundation that keeps the client’s experience at the centre of the work. That means she will not give advice but will create space for people to explore what matters to them. Mindfulness and relaxation techniques are sometimes offered as practical tools clients can try between sessions.
Liz has four years of experience and has worked a lot with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse and relationship concerns. She also has a strong background in bereavement support and helps people cope with loss in its many forms. Midlife crisis and coping with life changes are listed among her areas of focus.
She supports people dealing with low self-esteem, addictions, sleeping difficulties and compassion fatigue, and she has worked with clients affected by chronic illness, caregiving stress and cancer. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, and intimacy-related concerns such as BDSM and kink when relevant to the person’s difficulties.
Her stated practice is to offer empathy and a non-judgemental presence while helping clients develop internal resources and healthier coping strategies. Liz is a Registered Member of the BACP and conducts her work from the United Kingdom. If unsure about formats, clients are advised to confirm session options before booking.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online counselling
Client-centred therapy focuses on creating a respectful, listening relationship that helps people explore their own thoughts and feelings. In practice this means the counsellor offers a steady, non-judgemental presence and follows the client’s lead rather than directing the session.Mindfulness therapy brings simple attention and breathing exercises into sessions. These techniques can help with anxiety, stress, sleep issues and grounding after difficult memories. Trauma-focused work concentrates on supporting people to process painful events safely and to build coping strategies for day-to-day life.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will help the client identify which methods feel most useful, and will adapt the pace and tools to match the person’s goals and preferences in a collaborative way.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around busy days, reduce travel time and allow quick follow-ups between sessions. Some formats may be better for short check-ins or when video is difficult, while others suit longer exploratory sessions, so discuss practical arrangements when you book.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship concerns, among other issues such as addiction, sleep problems and low self-esteem.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The approach is person-centred, meaning she listens closely and supports clients to find their own answers. Mindfulness and relaxation may be used as practical tools when helpful.
What relevant experience does she have?
She has four years of clinical experience and has worked extensively with trauma, abuse and bereavement support.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Registered Member of the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.