Dr. Caroline Norman, BACP

Dr. Caroline Norman is a UK-based psychotherapist with more than twelve years of clinical experience. She has worked within the NHS as a psychotherapist and addictions counsellor, served as a clinical lead in workplace counselling where she supervised other therapists, and now runs a busy private practice. She also has extensive remote practice experience, having worked with clients by telephone, video and text chat for over nine years.

Her academic background includes a PhD in sociology that examined mental health in education, a postgraduate diploma in cognitive behavioural therapy - training in CBT techniques - a certificate in counselling supervision which prepares her to support other therapists, and a diploma in integrative counselling and psychotherapy that underpins her blended clinical approach. She also holds an MA in Social Research with distinction and a first class BA (Hons) in Philosophy and Sociology. In addition, she is a member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).

Clinically she integrates psychodynamic, person-centred and CBT methods, drawing on elements of each to suit the needs of the individual client. She works with people short term or long term depending on circumstances, with particular expertise supporting adults to process difficult childhood experiences and the ways those early patterns continue to affect adult life. Her practice covers a wide range of issues including trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, addiction, grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem and coping with chronic health conditions.

Described by her own account as reflective, thoughtful and empathic, she brings a creative problem solving stance informed by prior work in teaching, mentoring and research, along with experience in writing. Her aim is to help clients understand their patterns and find practical ways to move forward.

Combining attachment work and CBT in online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape feelings and patterns in adulthood. It helps clients explore how past bonds influence current relationships and emotional responses, and is often useful for those working through abandonment, attachment issues or relationship difficulties.

Client-Centred Therapy places the client at the heart of the process, offering understanding and empathy while supporting individuals to find their own solutions. This approach is helpful for building self-esteem, processing grief or navigating life changes by fostering a trusting therapeutic relationship.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and gently challenging unhelpful thoughts and behaviours to develop more effective coping strategies. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress and practical problem solving.

Finding the right blend of these approaches is part of the therapeutic journey. Dr. Norman works collaboratively with clients and with licensed professionals when appropriate to tailor the methods to each person’s goals, needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access regular support from home or work, and adapt the format as progress and circumstances evolve.