About me
I'm Carly, and I help women to overcome struggles and live more meaningful lives.
If you're feeling like something has to change, you can't keep on like this, or you're struggling to know what to do, you are not alone.
I see many women who are too busy helping everyone else to find the time to take care of themselves.
They put their own needs last, until they can’t anymore. They have almost nothing left to give, because they have been running on fumes for far too long.
If you find yourself saying yes when you wish you could have said no, feeling guilty for needing some time for yourself, or keep finding yourself repeating patterns in relationships that leave you feeling underappreciated and worn down, then it may be time to reach out.
I can't magically give you more hours in the day. But through counselling, I can offer you a space to breathe, to unload the mental burden, to pause and look at what is actually going on, and sometimes even laugh too.
It’s in this space that change begins to feel possible.
I offer a FREE 30-minute chat, either over the phone or video call, to anyone who is considering counselling.
This is to give you a chance to tell me a little bit about what is going on for you at the moment and to ask any questions you may have.
It's important to me to make sure working together feels like a good fit before you make any commitments.
If what I offer isn't quite what you are looking for, I may be able to guide you in a more suitable direction.
Training, qualifications & experience
I'm a counsellor, but I'm a human first. I still remember what it was like to sit in the other chair and wonder where to begin. It's more than okay to arrive this way. I did, and it changed my life.
Outside of private practice, I counsel women who have experienced domestic abuse. Helping women to recover after unhealthy relationships and family dynamics is something I am very passionate about.
I hold a Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling. This means I can draw on skills and techniques from a variety of modalities and work with you how you work best.
I am also a Reiki Master Teacher and an IPHM certified Shamanic Practitioner so if you are draw towards more spiritual ways of being and working through challenges, this is something I am open to within counselling.
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
Fees
£50.00 per session
Additional information
Counselling is an investment that can change your life.
Some people choose to come every week; some find that fortnightly suits them better.
Counselling sessions are valued at £50 per session, or you may wish to make a block booking of 6 at the discounted price of £275.
How many you will need will depend on what your goals are. This is something we can explore during your 30-minute FREE call.
When I work
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Further information
I have a cosy therapy room in a professional setting in South Shields town centre, which you are more than welcome to come to and have your counselling sessions in person.
If you prefer, I have also made counselling available online. I have found WhatsApp to give the most reliable connection, but other platforms can be looked at if something else suits you better.
Online also gives you the freedom to connect in the place that you feel safest, whether that be at home, in your car, or out in nature.
