Carol Hounslow , BACP

Carol Hounslow holds a degree in Person-Centred Counselling and brings a steady, compassionate presence to her work with clients. She supports adults of all ages who are living with domestic and sexual abuse, offering a calm, patient and kind approach that helps people feel heard and respected.

In addition to her work with adults, Carol currently provides counselling to young people in school years 7 through 11, drawing on her experience to adapt her style to adolescents and their families. Until recently she volunteered with the YMCA for four years, an experience that informs her practical understanding of community needs and young people’s concerns.

Carol approaches therapy from a person-centred stance, placing the client’s experience at the centre of sessions and creating a collaborative space for exploration and healing. She is registered with BACP, which denotes membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects her commitment to professional standards. Based in the United Kingdom, she works with clients in a measured, supportive way designed to promote growth, safety and self-understanding.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Carol Hounslow integrates several therapeutic approaches to suit different needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns and can be helpful for people dealing with attachment issues, trust difficulties and relationship challenges. Client-Centered Therapy, rooted in person-centred principles, focuses on creating an empathic, non-directive space where the client’s own insights guide progress and it is often used for building self-esteem and processing difficult emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical, focused techniques to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and can be particularly useful for anxiety, stress and mood concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carol works collaboratively with each client to discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, and adapts methods over time so therapy remains aligned with the client’s needs.

Online therapy with Carol is delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and for people who prefer remote sessions. These options make it easier to access consistent support across different locations and life circumstances, while allowing therapists and clients to maintain a stable, ongoing therapeutic relationship.