Take your first steps 

to positive change

Welcome

The life transitions and challenges we face in our lives can sometimes become too much for us to cope with. It can be hard to lean on those we would normally go to during these times and this can feel very isolating. Seeking the right person at this time can feel daunting, especially if you have never done anything like this before.
Acknowledging that you are struggling and having the courage to take the first steps to talk about it, can start to reduce negative symptoms, behaviours and distress. I believe that counselling creates a safe and secure environment for you to talk with someone who is skilled in listening in the right way to your story, to make sense of your reactions to it.
It is my aim to know what the situation is, how it affects you and what you want to be different or to change. The process of counselling can help you to make better sense of it, to gain further insights and new perspectives in order develop further skills of coping with the situation.
Approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year 
(Source: MIND)
In England, 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (such as anxiety and depression) in any given week 
(Source: MIND) 

Fifty-four per cent of people say that they, a family member, friend or work colleague have consulted a counsellor or psychotherapist

(Source: BACP’s 2014 ‘Attitudes to Counselling and Psychotherapy’ )

Take that first step

 I offer a professional, safe, supportive and confidential space for you to work through any problematic issues you may be experiencing.
I firmly believe that we all have the potential to change but we sometimes need a little help and guidance in knowing how to do this. I would say that when people can understand themselves better and are able to see that they have the power to change things, that is generally a start in their road to recovery.
Seeking support when you feel vulnerable can be scary, but I would encourage you to take the first step and get in touch.
Caroline 

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Testimonials

“I just want to thank you for your support, kindness and care”

Client #1

“You have allowed me to express my grief, to help me continue living”. 

Client #2

 “Thank you so much for really listening, absorbing what I was saying without making judgements and also for providing a much needed perspective regarding the events I related”.

Client #3

 “Thank you so much for listening to me. My time seeing you has been really helpful”

Client #4

“Without your support the intensity of my grief was too much for me to bear”.

Client #5

“I feel very lucky to have met you Caroline, your professionalism and sincerity has meant a lot to me”.

Client #6

“I would like to thank you for your help which has been invaluable and put me in a much calmer and better place than I was. You have also helped me to train my mind to accept and deal with certain situations, but to also train my mind to be calmer generally on a day to day basis and for this I am grateful.”

Client #8

“I have no qualms in recommending your services to anyone, which I will do so should the opportunity or necessity arise and I will always have your details should I ever to get to a situation where I was before.”

Client #9

“Caroline has been a godsend to me during my grief… she has helped to steer me in the right direction and help me as a parent to know I’m doing all I can to help my children family and myself through this difficult time… “

Client #10

“I came to Caroline full of grief and depression…. I had lost who I was and hurt for my children and their loss beyond measure.
Caroline was patient, kind, understanding and never made me feel inadequate. Her empathy towards me and my life situation at the time was very much appreciated”

Client #11

“I came away with some valuable tools and strategies to help me cope with my cancer diagnosis. I feel better equipped to tackle any challenges that might come my way, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book further sessions if I feel I need them.
Thank you so much for helping me on my journey to finding my new, happier self!”

Client #12

“I found from the first session that Caroline’s approach was just what I needed. I felt listened to, my grief acknowledged and although painful to address I felt like I moved mountains in very few sessions. It was the best thing I could have done for my wellbeing”

Client #13

The way I think about myself and others has totally changed for the better and that’s all thanks to the support and guidance I received, and the coping tools that I will continue to use. Thank you for being compassionate, patient, welcoming, and for all your help!

Client #14

I feel like a completely different person to the one that sat down nervously for our first zoom session a few weeks ago and can say I am genuinely very happy and contented for the first time in a long time.

Client #15