I believe that freedom and happiness are not just words and that everybody can reach them with a little help. Because when you think differently, things happen differently.
Mine is the best job there is. I help people to find their wings so they can fly wherever they want. I do this using a tailor-made combination of counselling and coaching.
If you want more from life, if you feel your problems are holding you back, let’s work together. Everything is possible, are you ready to make it happen?
Hi! I'm Elia Giménez.
I am a pragmatic dreamer. I believe that life can be designed, modified and adjusted until it fits you like a glove. I believe that the word "impossible" only means difficult, out of the ordinary or scary, because 100 small decisions in the same direction can change everything. The world needs the best version of us: focused, kind, energetic, brilliant!
As a Psychologist in Manchester, UK, I have spent over 20 years researching how to resolve conflicts, improve quality of life and create resilience. I use that knowledge to help others find their wings and craft their desired lifestyle.
I have lived and travelled in different countries, working with people from different walks of life. These experiences allow me to support others in an empathetic, diverse, culturally aware, and person-centred way.
Professional Experience
During my career as a psychotherapist, I supported others in overcoming mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, addictions, compulsive behaviours, or emotional imbalances. I have spent years learning cutting-edge techniques and frameworks to facilitate this process, taking the most effective aspects of different psychological theories and combining them to create my own style. In order to minimise suffering and maximise efficiency, I specialised in brief therapy and treatment and processing of traumatic memories.
After some time, I realised that the techniques that I was using in therapy could be adapted to help others improve their quality of life. Better emotional management, social skills, and decision-making strategies can make anyone jump forward in their career, create healthier relationships or boost their self-confidence. This realisation made me turn my focus to Coaching and Positive Psychology.
In 2016, I decided to start my own business, Out of the Box, where I have been using my knowledge and techniques to help people put an end to their suffering, reach their goals, and live happier, healthier, successful, and more fulfilling lives.
Training and Memberships
Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology. Autonomous University of Barcelona
Masters Degree in General Health Psychology. Deusto University
Masters Degree in Mental Health and Psychological Therapies. Deusto University
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis. Barcelona University
Strategic Therapy. Mental Research Institute, California
Systemic Therapy and Psychodrama. Deusto University
Animal Assisted Therapy. Autonomous University of Madrid
Traumatic Stress Relief (TSR) trainer. Global Initiative for Stress and Trauma Treatment (GIST-T)
Chartered member of the Psychology Illustrious Official College of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain (COP-T)
EMDR Practitioner, EMDR Europe Association. Member of the EMDR Association UK and EMDR Association Spain.
Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Hobbies and Interests
When I am not working, I am often on the move. You can find me hiking, enjoying arts and culture, playing any sport that involves chasing a ball or tasting some regional delicacies anywhere in the world. I am a traveller at heart. Time has not weathered down the little child I once was, and that is why I enjoy games so much, especially if they use chips, boards or cards. I relax by being in nature, swimming in the sea, reading, and listening to music.