Carol Hounslow, BACP

Carol Hounslow is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. She supports those coping with relationship strain, parenting pressures, eating concerns, anger and low self-esteem. Her practice also addresses ADHD, obsessive thoughts and compulsions, and issues linked to sexual assault and abuse.

She trained in Person-Centred Counselling and uses a calm, patient and kind manner in sessions. Carol draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how past bonds shape current reactions. She also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to help spot unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of responding.

Sessions focus on what matters to the individual. The counsellor listens without rushing and helps people name their priorities. Together they build small, practical steps to feel steadier day to day.

Carol has six years of professional experience and has worked with adults across a range of concerns. She has also provided counselling to young people in school settings and volunteered with community services for several years. Her background means she is used to adapting her style to different ages and situations.

People who come to Carol can expect straightforward talk, a warm presence and clear options to try between sessions. She encourages short experiments and keeps goals realistic so progress can be seen. The emphasis is on usable tools and honest reflection rather than jargon.

Approaches that shape online sessions

Carol commonly uses attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships influence current patterns. This approach helps people understand why they react strongly in certain situations and supports working on more secure ways of relating.

She also draws on client-centred practice, which means the counsellor follows the client's lead and offers empathy and acceptance. This suits people who want a steady, non-directive space to think things through.

In addition, she uses cognitive behavioural techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small experiments to change behaviour. CBT-style tasks can be useful for managing anxiety, low mood and obsessive thinking.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and make adjustments as needed.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging. Video is close to an in-person conversation, while phone calls work when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer written reflection. These formats make it easier to fit sessions around school, work or family commitments and to keep contact consistent over time.