About me
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Many of my clients are navigating difficult life transitions, relationship struggles, anxiety, or a sense that something deeper needs attention — and they don't want to face it alone.
I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy: exploring how past and present relationships shape who you are today. I offer short-term therapy (3–6 months), both in person and online. After two initial consultations to identify a key theme, sessions become an open space to bring whatever is on your mind. We stay curious about links between past and present, using your key theme as an anchor for focus.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your inner world and understand the patterns shaping your life, both past and present. From this understanding, real change becomes possible: more clarity, more self-acceptance, and a stronger sense of who you are.
I know first-hand how powerful it is to feel understood. That kind of space can help you feel steadier in yourself and clearer about what you need next.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially for the first time. If you're curious whether we'd be a good fit, please do reach out — I'd be glad to hear from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Psychodynamic psychotherapist practicing with adults
- 12 years of experience in mental health support
- Qualified with a first class MA in Psychodynamic Theory and Practice
- Experience working with adults, families, children and young people
- Clinical experience at WPF Therapy and in school settings
- Therapeutic experience using visual arts and embodied/movement practices
- Registered member of the UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy) and FPC (Foundation for Psychotherapists and Counsellors). I adhere to their professional code of ethics.
- Fully insured
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Beyond words - creative expression
Alongside talking therapy, I welcome clients expressing themselves through other means — such as an image, poem, movement, or piece of music they bring to a session. This is entirely optional and client-led, informed by my background in creative health.
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£75.00 per session
Additional information
Fees are paid on a monthly basis by bank transfer.
When I work
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Further information
Getting Started
- Reach out
Send me an email at cara@caraverkerk.com. Please let me know if you have a preference for in-person or online sessions. -
Two consultation sessions
The consultation process offers you time to see whether you’d like to begin further weekly sessions with me.We'll meet for two consultation sessions, each lasting 50 minutes, either online or in the therapy room. This is a chance for us to think together about what's brought you to therapy, for you to get a sense of what I'm like and how I work, and to see whether I feel like a good fit for you. There is no obligation to begin therapy afterwards.
You can ask me questions about therapy, and I'll talk to you about how I work. This will include my policy on confidentiality, fees, cancellations, and appointment times. If we go on to work together, we'll also use this time to agree a set number of sessions, typically ranging between 3 and 6 months.
- Begin sessions
If we decide to work together, we'll set up a regular day and time for your weekly therapy session.
