BACP

Elena Dinu, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Elena is a BACP therapist in the UK.

22+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions

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About Elena

Elena Dinu is a practitioner psychologist and psychotherapist with more than 22 years of experience working in both the United Kingdom and Romania. She is registered with professional bodies in both countries, including the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a professional organisation for counsellors and psychotherapists - the British Psychological Society, the College of Psychologists of Romania, the Romanian Institute of Integrative Psychotherapy, and the Romanian Federation of Psychotherapy. Over the course of her career she has developed a deep capacity for empathy and an ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds, drawing on extensive training and practical experience to offer meaningful psychological and therapeutic support.

Elena places strong emphasis on the relationship at the heart of therapy, viewing a supportive and trusting connection as central to positive progress. She aims to create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment that encourages open communication and thoughtful reflection. Her commitment to client care is evident in the attention she gives each person, helping them explore difficulties and work toward personal goals with compassion and professionalism.

Areas of expertise

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English, Romanian

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsEating disordersParenting issuesDepressionRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse

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Grief Intimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue

Integrative approaches and online care

Elena uses integrative psychotherapy, which blends techniques from different evidence-based approaches to fit each person’s needs. This method helps address a wide range of concerns by drawing on methods that focus on emotional processing, interpersonal patterns, and practical coping skills. She also applies general evidence-based psychological techniques that emphasise structured exploration of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to help with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, and addictive behaviours. These approaches aim to build insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and support recovery from trauma-related and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Elena works collaboratively with clients to identify what will be most useful. Together they consider the client’s goals, preferences, and current challenges to shape a tailored plan that can be adjusted as work progresses.

Online therapy with Elena is offered by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. Remote sessions make it easier to access consistent support from home or work and allow clients to continue therapy during life changes or when in-person visits are not practical.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Elena Dinu have?

Elena Dinu has 22 years of experience as a practitioner psychologist and psychotherapist.

Is Elena Dinu a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

In which languages does Elena Dinu provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Romanian.

Where is Elena Dinu located?

She is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Elena Dinu as my therapist?

You can work with Elena Dinu via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elena Dinu work with international clients?

She does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elena Dinu cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and Elena's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Elena. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.