Carrie McColl, BACP

Carrie McColl welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by change, stress or low mood. She aims to make first steps easier for those unsure about counselling. Carrie writes in a warm, straightforward way and keeps sessions focused on what matters to each person.

Carrie uses a team approach with clients, working together to build trust first. She offers one-to-one counselling that is adapted to the individual’s needs and pace. The relationship between counsellor and client is treated as the main tool for change.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns. These include stress and anxiety, self-esteem, career worries, coping with life changes, ADHD, LGBT issues, relationships and family difficulties. She also supports people dealing with trauma, grief, parenting challenges and depression.

Additional areas Carrie pays attention to are blended family issues, body image, divorce and separation, fertility and pregnancy-related concerns, and workplace problems. She also addresses topics such as infidelity, midlife questions, postpartum depression, self-harm and women’s issues.

Carrie has four years of counselling experience and holds BACP accreditation, which is noted as BACP. She works in the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English. If you want to begin, follow the site’s Start Therapy process to match and schedule a session.

How client-centred work guides online counselling

Carrie practises client-centred therapy, which means she places the relationship and the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. This approach involves listening carefully, reflecting what the client says, and helping people find their own solutions to problems like anxiety, low self-esteem or relationship stress.

The emphasis in client-centred work is on empathy, acceptance and collaboration. The counsellor follows the client’s pace and priorities rather than directing the process. This can help when someone needs space to talk through life changes, grief, parenting concerns or questions about identity.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Carrie will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and adapt the way she works as understanding grows. That collaborative planning aims to make sessions feel useful and relevant to everyday life.

Practical benefits of online therapy can include fitting sessions into a busy week and avoiding travel time. If you are considering remote work, confirm the specific session options available before booking so you know how appointments will be arranged. Many people find online sessions easier to slot into work or family routines and helpful for keeping consistent momentum in therapy.