Liz Karter

As well as an author of three published books and contributor of chapters to books by other leading experts, Liz Karter MBE is a leading UK therapist in gambling addiction in women. You might have come across her on TV, radio or podcast where she makes frequent appearances as a consultant therapist. Perhaps you have read one of Liz's numerous articles and interviews published in newspapers and magazines.

In the Queen's Birthday Honours 2021, Liz was awarded MBE for Services to Gambling Addiction in Women.

A practicing therapist since 2001, Liz has a wealth of experience and understanding of human nature. Responding to the needs of her clients, Liz moved her Harley Street London practice, Level Ground Therapy, online and has clients across the globe.

For generations, Liz's extended family have kept a tradition of story telling. Liz believes this influenced her lifelong love of reading and writing. She is a natural observer of life. Living a rich, full life herself, Liz brings a wealth of both professional and personal insight, observation and experience to enrich and animate her writing.

Liz is currently writing her first novel. The powerful inner conflicts felt by women in their relationships with family and partners strongly influence this evocative story. Liz writes deep and often unspoken truths about how our closest relationships are our greatest source of pleasure and of pain.

Having returned to live in the town in which she grew up on the beautiful South Coast of England, Liz enjoys spending time with family, close friends and her animal companions. Her love of the elements leads her often to the beach and her garden. These, along with her beloved books, music and film, provide her with essential inspiration, soul food, and solitude.