When I went to the NSPCC for help in October 1987, Liz was introduced as my counsellor. I will never forget the gentleness and kindness she showed me. I remember that she was the first person who ever believed what I shared. She validated me. She taught me to realise that I mattered and that that my voice and feelings deserved to be listened to and heard. Over the years she quickly became my trusted friend and confidante. She was someone who never judged me. She listened with an open heart and kindness. She imparted advice and helpful suggestions. She was such an important person in my life. When my daughter was born in 2003 I gave her the middle name of ‘Elizabeth’ as a tribute to her. Liz was someone who I could always rely on; someone who made me confident in my abilities and someone who always made me feel worthy of being loved. She was a huge part of my world and she will always be missed, but never forgotten, by me and everyone who was lucky enough to have known her.