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Elroy Tan, BACP

Elroy Tan helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self‑esteem, depression and issues linked to LGBT identity.

About Elroy

Elroy Tan helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self‑esteem, depression and issues linked to LGBT identity. He also supports people facing relationship strain, grief, trauma, addictions, sleep or eating concerns, career questions and parenting pressures. He works with people on intimacy worries, anger and compassion fatigue too.

Elroy believes clients know their own story and brings a collaborative attitude to sessions. He encourages people to notice their strengths and to try small practical steps between meetings.

Background and approach

The first contact can feel daunting and he acknowledges the courage it takes to begin. Sessions are offered during standard business hours, Monday to Friday. Messages sent over the weekend or after hours will receive a reply on the next weekday.

This makes it easier to fit therapy around work and family life. Elroy has five years of professional experience and is associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He works in English and accepts international clients, offering a variety of online session formats to suit different needs.

His approach is steady and straightforward. In sessions he listens, reflects and helps people set achievable goals. He focuses on practical ways to reduce distress and build confidence so daily life feels more manageable.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	396350	August 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Elroy lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue

Approaches and online therapy options

Elroy works with evidence‑based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach helps people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try alternative, more balanced thoughts to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach emphasises small, manageable actions between sessions to build confidence and improve daily routines for sleep, eating and motivation. These methods are commonly used to address stress, depression, trauma recovery and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Elroy discusses goals and preferences in early sessions and adjusts methods as work progresses. He aims to match techniques to what each person finds useful, and reviews progress together so the plan changes if needed.

Online therapy offers flexibility for different life demands. Video calls allow face‑to‑face conversation when that feels important, while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check‑ins, brief reflections between sessions or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring duties and travel, while keeping continuity of support from registered or accredited professionals.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Elroy help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression and self‑esteem issues, plus LGBT concerns, grief, trauma, addictions, relationship and parenting pressures among other topics.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a collaborative, strengths‑focused style that emphasises listening, reflection and practical steps to help clients make changes between sessions.

What is his professional background?

Elroy has five years of professional experience supporting people with a wide range of emotional and life difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats does he provide?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text‑based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.