Carol Hounslow, BACP

Carol Hounslow holds a degree in Person-Centred Counselling and works with adults of all ages, including those living with domestic and sexual abuse. She also provides counselling to school-aged young people in Years 7 to 11, bringing experience from both community and educational settings.

Until recently she volunteered with the YMCA for four years, an experience she carries into her practice. Carol is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. Her manner is described as calm, patient and kind, and she draws on person-centred principles to support people through challenging life situations.

Carol offers a steady, empathetic presence for individuals navigating trauma, relationship difficulties and other personal concerns. Her practice combines professional training with hands-on experience working with young people in schools and adults affected by domestic and sexual abuse, aiming to provide thoughtful, respectful support tailored to each person she meets.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current patterns of relating. It helps people explore attachment issues, build more secure ways of connecting with others, and address difficulties rooted in past relational experiences.

Client-Centered Therapy, aligned with Carol's person-centred training, places the client's own perspective at the centre of the work. The therapist offers empathy and acceptance while clients lead the pace and focus, which can be especially useful for those seeking self-understanding and emotional support.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It offers practical strategies to manage anxiety, mood challenges and unhelpful patterns, and can be adapted to address problems such as intrusive thoughts or compulsive behaviours.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carol works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best match an individual’s needs, goals and preferences, and adjusts the plan as those needs evolve.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility and accessibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These formats allow therapy to fit around daily life while maintaining regular contact and continuity of care with a therapist.