"I have suffered for a long time and struggled to see a way forward until I met with Elizabeth. In my first session I could hardly speak I was feeling that low and lost. Elizabeth guided me back to a safe and comforting space and put little steps in place to help me not get overwhelmed. Elizabeth has been incredible, and I have left every session feeling heard, calm and with a newly formed focus on how to make a difference. I cannot recommend her enough. Hands down the best therapist I have ever been to.
Human Givens is for everyone in my opinion and Elizabeth even more so. Know that the hardest step is asking for help, as once you connect with Elizabeth there is no looking back."
"Human Givens therapy has given me an array of tools to manage my anxiety. Before attending, I faced panic attacks at least several days a week and was constantly on edge. I can now honestly say I can’t remember the last time I had one, and if one occurs in the future I am confident I will know how to deal with it. My therapist, Elizabeth, created a safe space for me where my needs were met so I could openly share my feelings, free of judgement.
"I would definitely recommend Human Givens therapy. It is a very practical and flexible approach using techniques best suited to each individual. It will help you deal with missing emotional needs and help you use your innate mental resources in the best way possible. As a result of having therapy you will have acquired greater resilience against future setbacks and a better understanding of what you need to do to maintain emotional stability."
"When Elizabeth talked to me about how our brains work when experiencing stress and strategies to cope with it, this was an eye opening experience for me. I realised I am in control of my thoughts and actions. This has enabled me to be in more control of my emotions and to be my own motivator when dealing with situations in which I can still feel uncomfortable. I value myself more and feel more confident in meeting new people. I no longer stress or worry about telling my peers what to do that makes communication easier for me. I am aware that I have slowed down my speech when communicating and do not stumble over it quickly because I am nervous. I am in much more control of the way I communicate with others. I am thankful that Elizabeth came into my life as a speech therapist and then I was able to benefit from her work with the Human Givens principles. I know life will continue to throw many challenges but I feel I am more prepared to deal with the situations as they arise.”
"This form of therapy has changed my mindset so much in ways I didn't even realise I fully needed to. My therapist has been empathetic, non-judgmental and always has a different way for me to look at and approach a problem. I highly recommend this to anyone, I've learnt so much and still learning. There are quotes and advice I have been given that I now use as part of my daily life without even realising. For me the breathing and the relaxation has stood out immensely: they are tools I now consider lifelong ones. Doing this therapy has given me a great purpose and such an amazing understanding of how to have my needs met.
There is literally nothing to lose. When you are at rock bottom there is only one way, and it has to be up. ‘Borrowing another brain’ (my therapist’s) has literally changed my and my family’s lives. Steps are small but are massive to anyone suffering. What I was always scared of was judgment and there was definitely none of that".
"Human Givens therapy is definitely worth doing, it made me think about how I was feeling. I enjoyed and found benefit in the relaxation and breathing techniques: the therapist has a good voice tone. Elizabeth offers a range of tools, and you can decide what works for you. It’s solution focussed. I enjoyed the sessions, because it’s a straight-talking approach that made me reflect and consider a different perspective."
"I found the tools that I was taught to be really helpful, and I liked how it encourages you to observe your thoughts and patterns. I liked learning about anxiety and depression and understanding how my brain is approaching issues, rather than just being given techniques for how to 'fix' it. I think the root of Human Givens being your needs, is really interesting and a helpful way of looking at life. I will no doubt audit my needs for the rest of my life!"
