I offer psychological therapy for young people, adults and parents who are experiencing emotional distress, anxiety, low mood, overwhelm or difficulties with self-worth and relationships.

THERAPY

EBSA SUPPORT
INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES

People often come to therapy feeling

Anxious, stuck or emotionally exhausted

Overwhelmed by thoughts or feelings

Disconnected from themselves or others

Unsure how to cope with what’s happening in their life

how i can support

1:1 Therapy

I work integratively, meaning I draw on different psychological approaches rather than relying on one model or diagnosis. Therapy with me focuses on understanding what’s happening beneath the surface, calming the nervous system and supporting change at a pace that feels manageable.

My therapeutic approach is:

  • Trauma-informed and compassionate

  • Collaborative rather than directive

  • Focused on understanding rather than fixing

  • Grounded in emotional safety and regulation

Therapy is available for both short-term support and longer-term work, depending on your needs.

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CALM, CLARITY CONSULTATION HOUR

I offer one-off or short-term consultation sessions for individuals, parents and professionals who want clarity, perspective or psychological input on a specific issue. These sessions are more strategy-focused than ongoing therapy and are ideal if you:

  • Feel stuck and want a professional sense-check

  • Are facing a decision and need clarity

Consultation sessions are contained, purposeful and supportive. They are not crisis sessions and do not replace therapy, but they can be a helpful first step or a stand-alone space to think clearly.

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Testimonials

  • "Carolyne is warm, perceptive and insightful but also no-nonsense when she needs to be.This approach has worked very well for me, I have always felt seen and understood in oursessions, and safe to be completely honest with her."

  • “When the system failed us, Carolyne not only listened to and supported my daughter but also our entire family. She has continued to provide support for my daughter, demonstrating a calm demeanour, active listening, and an intuitive understanding of what my daughter needed at any given moment.”

  • “Carolyne changed my life. The work we did together shifted how I see myself and how I show up in my most important relationships. She helped me challenge old narratives and build new ones, while staying on my level and being incredibly human."

  • "Carolyne made our daughter feel safe and enabled her to process her feelings and emotions, she really connected with her on so many levels.I cannot stress how big a part Carolyne has played in our lives. We will forever be grateful for her role in ensuring that our daughter can now live a full and rich life."

Support for Families Experiencing EBSA

I specialise in supporting families affected by Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and school-related distress.

EBSA can leave parents feeling exhausted, blamed and unsure what to do next. I help families move away from pressure and panic, and towards understanding, steadiness and sustainable change.

Support may include:

  • Consultation sessions for parents

  • Structured parent programmes

  • Group-based support through Survive EBSA

Survive EBSA
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  • I am a Registered Psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and organisations. My work integrates evidence-based psychological approaches with a compassionate, practical style. I specialise in helping people make sense of emotional distress, stress, anxiety, and complex life challenges in ways that feel understandable and manageable.

  • I provide psychological therapy for individuals, couples and families. I work with adults and adolescents and I offer supervision to trainee and qualified psychologists. I also work in a consultancy capacity with businesses and I am available for work with the media, press and brand collaborations.

  • Individual therapy sessions are £160 for 50 minutes (this is the standard therapeutic hour) family and couples sessions are £180 for 50 minutes. Supervision sessions are £160. Please contact me directly to discuss consultancy rates for companies or media work.

  • It is absolutely fine to cancel a session once we have started work together. I require 48 hours notice to cancel a session without charge (please note that this applies whatever the reason for cancellation).

  • If you are unsure, this is very common. You are welcome to get in touch with a brief outline of what you are looking for, and guidance can be offered on the most appropriate next step.

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  • I recommend that we meet weekly, certainly initially as this is a good way to build a therapeutic relationship.

    People may decide to move to fortnightly or monthly sessions as the treatment progresses.

  • I offer both short (6-12 weeks) and longer term interventions. The length of time someone receives treatment for ultimately depends on how long it takes for them to feel that they have achieved their goals. At our initial consultation we can discuss what you would like to get from the therapeutic work and I will be able to make some suggestions about whether it sounds like a longer term intervention might be needed or whether we can create amore brief focussed plan.

    Ultimately though the decision will be yours. There is no obligation to engage in long term treatment and we will have regular reviews to ensure that you are not receiving therapy for longer than you need.

  • Finding the right psychological support matters. If I am not the best fit for your needs, I will aim to suggest appropriate alternatives where possible.

  • Psychologists adhere to clear and strict guidelines on confidentiality. Any information disclosed to me (including case notes, records, and psychological test results) is confidential and cannot be disclosed without your direct consent. If there is any request to disclose information to another professional (for example a medical doctor, lawyer or third party billing source), you will be consulted first.

  • Becoming a Registered Psychologist requires the completion of a rigorous postgraduate training course (typically a doctoral degree lasting 3-4 years).

    This training is accompanied by an extensive period of directly supervised practice. Following this training, the title of ‘D.Psych' can be used. It is a mark of experience, competence, and reputation for anyone looking to learn from, consult or employ a Psychologist.

    The HealthCare Professions Council (HCPC) regulates the profession, and through their process of registration, ensures that the public is protected from exposure to bad professional practice. HCPC Registration ensures that Registered Psychologists meet specific criteria with regards to character, health, conduct, standards of practice, and education.

  • Yes. I am a registered provider with most of the major UK insurance companies including Aviva, Vitality, WPA and SimplyHealth. I do not invoice any insurers directly so please ensure that they are happy for you to pay me directly and claim the money back from them and that they will either cover my full fee or allow you to pay the excess.

  • Yes. I am available for panels, keynote talks, podcasts, and public speaking engagements, subject to availability.

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  • I work with organisations to support employee wellbeing, particularly where work and family pressures intersect. This includes:

    Talks and workshops.

    Ongoing programmes for working parents.

    Psychological input aligned with wellbeing, inclusion, and retention goals.

    All corporate work is tailored to the organisation’s needs.

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  • Yes. I regularly work alongside HR teams, senior leaders, and wellbeing leads to ensure psychological content is relevant, responsible, and practically useful.

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  • Yes. I offer bespoke psychological programmes and retained support models for organisations seeking longer-term impact rather than one-off sessions.

  • Yes. I regularly contribute to broadcast and written media as a psychological expert, offering clear, accessible commentary on mental health, relationships, parenting, and modern life pressures.

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  • Common topics include:

    • Anxiety and emotional wellbeing.

    • Parenting and family dynamics.

    • Adolescence and identity.

    • Neurodiversity.

    • Burnout, comparison, and modern stress.

    Psychological impacts of social and cultural trends.

    All commentary is grounded in psychological science and ethical practice.

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