Elisa Marcellino

Clinical Counselling & health psychologist

BSc, MSc, DClinPsych

Pronouns - She/Her

I am a HCPC registered Clinical, Counselling and Health Psychologist; I’m also a Chartered Clinical Psychologist at the British Psychological Society.

Over the past years I have gathered my experience in the NHS, local authorities and private sector. 

I have worked in the UK and Italy across a variety of settings with people presenting with a wide range of mental health difficulties including anxiety disorders, depression, low self-esteem, stress, bereavement, complex trauma, and burnout.

My specialist interests include attachments, relationships, trauma, adolescence, immigration, bereavement and significant life transitions.

My work has been published and presented nationally and internationally at several conferences. I have also co-published many papers about bereavement, early trauma intervention protocols and managing distress. The interest in clinical and research has led me to develop new protocols and framework in the mental health sector.

I trained in several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive-behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Narrative, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy.

Apart from therapy, I’m also adept at neuro-developmental assessments including ADHD, ASD and LD.

I offer therapy in both English and Italian.

 

Elisa’s area of specialism:

  • ADHD

  • Anger

  • Anxiety - Stress

  • Anxiety - Agoraphobia

  • Anxiety - Generalised (GAD)

  • Anxiety - Health

  • Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Panic / Panic Attacks

  • Anxiety - Performance

  • Anxiety - Separation

  • Anxiety - Fears of abandonment

  • Anxiety - Social

  • Anxiety - Phobias

  • Body Image Problems

  • Depression

  • Dementia

  • Grief / Bereavement / Loss

  • Low Self-Esteem

  • Miscarriage

  • Perfectionism

  • Personality Disorders

  • Trauma - Complex PTSD

    LGBTQI+ Inclusive - I've collaborated in co-facilitating focus groups for LGBTQI+ adoptive parents, aiming to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment. These efforts also strive to ensure fairness and equity throughout the adoption process.

    Elisa can also treat the following problems

  • Emetophobia (Specific Fear of Vomit)

  • Bi-Polar Disorder

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

  • Chronic Fatigue / ME

  • Depression - Major

  • Perinatal Anxiety

  • Perinatal Depression

  • Depression - Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Self Harm

  • Eating Disorders - Anorexia & Bulimia

  • Eating Disorders - Over Eating & Weight Loss

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Family Issues - Adoption

  • Family Issues - Blended families

  • Family Issues - Conflict

  • Gender Identity Issues

  • Hoarding

  • Infertility

  • LGBTQI+ Related Issues

  • Narcissistic personality disorder

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Pain management

  • Health conditions - Acute / Long Term

  • Pregnancy & Birth

  • Relationship - Attachment issues

  • Relationship - Codependency

  • Relationship - Communication difficulties

  • Relationship - Doubt in relationship

  • Relationship - Infidelity, affairs & betrayals

  • Relationship - Intimacy

  • Relationship - Separation & Divorce

  • Sexual dysfunction

  • Skin/Hair picking (tricotillomania / dermatillomania)

  • Sleep - Problems

  • Sleep - Insomnia

  • Tinnitus

  • Trauma - Childhood Trauma

  • Trauma - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Trauma - Road Traffic Accidents

  • Career Coaching

  • Work - General

  • Work - Bullying

  • Work - Redundancy

  • Work - Stress

Therapeutic approaches Elisa is trained in include:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Integrative Therapy

  • Interpersonal therapy

  • Mindfulness

  • Person-centred therapy

  • Psychodynamic therapy

  • Systemic Family therapy


Elisa works with:

  • All adults, across the whole age range from 18 years + 

Feedback from Elisa’s clients

“Elisa is a great listener and an understanding person who gave me the space and comfort to open up to her. With her approach, her caring attitude, and her patience, she helped me discover the root of my anxiety and taught me ways to cope with it. Our sessions were a positive experience for me and I'm feeling much better afterwards. I highly recommend her.” KS

“I became comfortable pretty quickly. She was so nice, understanding and not judgemental at all. We even made jokes, it felt like talking to a close friend. I feel so much better and I’m so grateful.” Annonymous

“Thank you for supporting me during a though time of my life.” Anonymous

“I have known Elisa in a professional capacity and she is is an experienced clinician with multiple approaches and techniques that she is able to draw upon. I would recommend Elisa to anyone that is wanting support in their mental health. She is kind, patient and extremely approachable. She has worked with many different clients from individual adults, parents to young people and children.” ST

“Professional, flexible, helpful psychologist with a wide range of skills. I found her very warm and easy to speak to.” SB

Understanding the Role of a Counselling Psychologist on Your Mental Health Journey

A Counselling Psychologist plays a pivotal role in the landscape of mental health support. These professionals, armed with extensive training in psychological theory and therapeutic practice, specialise in fostering personal development and well-being. They are adept at helping individuals navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.

At the core of their practice, Counselling Psychologists offer a safe, empathetic space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviours. They employ a variety of therapeutic techniques, tailored to the individual's unique needs and goals. This may include addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship problems, life transitions, stress management, and self-esteem concerns.

Moreover, Counselling Psychologists are skilled in using psychological assessment tools to understand each client's specific situation better. They work collaboratively with clients to identify patterns, set realistic goals, and develop effective coping strategies. Their approach is holistic, considering the emotional, social, and biological factors impacting a person's mental health.

Choosing to work with Elisa at My Therapist Online means partnering with a compassionate expert dedicated to your mental and emotional growth. With their guidance, you can embark on a transformative journey towards healing, self-discovery, and improved quality of life.

Qualifications, Credentials & Training

HCPC registered professional

  • HCPC Member - PYL PYL35607. 

  • BSc Honours, Psychological Sciences - University La Sapienza, Rome, Italy 2008 – 2011

  • Master in Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy - SMIPI, Bologna, Italy, 2010 -2012

  • MSc (first class) Distinction, Clinical Psychology and Health Safeguard– University La Sapienza, Rome, Italy 2011 – 2013

  • Master in Nonverbal Communication Analysis - NeuroComScience, Rome, Italy - 2015

  • Diploma in CBT/REBT – College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies, London, UK –2017-2018

  • Psychotherapy School Erich Fromm, Prato, Italy – third year trainee
    • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), SDS Seminars LDT accredited by BPS - 2020
    • Supervision Skills Training (full training completed), British Psychological Society – 2019
    • Understanding and Managing Problematic and harmful sexualised behaviour in Education Settings, AIM Project 2019
    • Motivational Interviewing, CNWL NHS trust, 2019



 

 

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