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Elroy Tan, BACP

Practical support for anxiety and life changes

5 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Elroy

Elroy Tan is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress and anxiety. He supports clients dealing with depression, low self-esteem, LGBT-related concerns and life changes. He also works with issues such as addiction, relationship strain, grief and sleep or eating difficulties.

Elroy believes people know their story best and brings a respectful, collaborative attitude to sessions. He aims to make the first steps into therapy straightforward and non-judgemental.

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Background and approach

He encourages clients to notice their strengths and to use those strengths to face challenges. In session he gives his full attention during standard business hours, Monday to Friday. Messages sent on weekends or after hours are replied to on the next weekday.

This arrangement helps set clear boundaries and predictable response times. His practice draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address emotional distress and everyday problems. Sessions focus on practical strategies, clearer thinking and building coping skills that fit a person’s life.

Elroy works with clients to set realistic goals and to review progress along the way. With five years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, he blends clinical know-how with a down-to-earth style. People who want practical support for anxiety, stress or life transitions often find his approach approachable and straightforward.

Evidence-based approaches and online sessions that fit your life

Elroy uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people feel better in everyday life. He focuses on approaches that teach practical coping skills and clearer thinking to reduce anxiety and stress. These methods typically involve identifying unhelpful thought patterns and trying new behaviours to improve mood and functioning.

He also draws on techniques aimed at building emotional regulation and resilience after difficult experiences. These approaches help people manage strong emotions, improve sleep and address relationship or intimacy-related worries. Work is tailored to the issues you bring and paced to what you find helpful.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with you about your goals, try different methods, and adjust the plan as you progress. You and the counsellor decide together what feels most useful and realistic.

Online therapy is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make support flexible. Video calls work well for more in-depth conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins or times when typing fits a person’s routine. These formats let people fit sessions around work, family and travel commitments and make it simpler to keep continuity of care.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does this counsellor address?
He supports a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, LGBT-related concerns, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, trauma, grief, sleep and eating problems, parenting strain, anger and career stress.
What is the therapeutic style like?
Sessions are collaborative and practical, with an emphasis on using a person’s strengths and setting achievable goals. He aims to make conversations straightforward and down to earth.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and life concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
5 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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