About me
Hi, I’m Carla, a qualified Counsellor and Social Work professional with over 20 years of experience working alongside children, young people, and families across schools, communities, and healthcare settings.
As someone who is neurodivergent myself, I bring lived experience, empathy, and insight into my work. I create fun, creative, and interactive sessions that are thoughtfully designed to meet each young person’s individual needs, strengths, and interests. I offer both in-person and online counselling, with a focus on neurodiversity, trauma, emotional wellbeing, and complex needs.
My approach is warm, person-centred, and adaptable to support each child in the way that works best for them. With a strong background in social work, safeguarding, and multi-agency collaboration, I’m committed to providing a safe, supportive space where children feel heard, respected, and empowered.
Training, qualifications & experience
Skills:
- Couselling (Face to face & Online)
- Emotional & Mental Health Support
- Trauma-informed Practice
- Experience Supporting Neurodiverse Young People & Adults
- Case Management
- Supervisory Experience
Qualifications:
- Diploma in Counselling, Knowsley College - Liverpool 2013 to 2014
- BA (hons) in Social Work John Moore’s University 2007 - 2011
- Diploma in Youth Work St. Helens College - St Helens 2000 - 2002
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 National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. 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
Therapies offered
Further information
I’m Carla, a compassionate counsellor and experienced child and family social worker, offering mental health support to individuals throughout the UK, with a particular focus on children and young people. My approach is centred on building strong relationships, enhancing communication, and nurturing positive, healthy connections for everyone I work with.
