About me
Hello, I’m Carrie, an MBACP Registered Counsellor and founder of Be Hird Counselling.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious or disconnected from who we are. I work with clients who have experienced childhood abuse, trauma, health anxiety, low self-esteem, caring responsibilities, bereavement, menopausal changes or a major life change.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly at your own pace. My aim is to help you feel truly heard while we work together to understand what’s happening for you and find a way forward.
Although my approach is rooted in person-centred counselling, I also draw upon evidence-based approaches including Transactional Analysis (TA), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and trauma-informed techniques when appropriate. Every session is tailored to your individual needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
I have a particular interest in helping people who have experienced childhood abuse or trauma, supporting those living with health anxiety, bereavement and loss, carers experiencing overwhelm, and anyone struggling with confidence, shame or a loss of identity.
I believe that our past influences us, but it doesn’t have to define our future. Therapy can help you understand yourself with greater compassion and begin creating the life you want to live.
I work with adults aged 18+, offering face-to-face counselling in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, together with secure online sessions across the UK.
Free 15-minute introductory telephone call available.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MBACP Registered Member
- First Class BSc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
- Fully insured and DBS checked
- Regular clinical supervision in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework
Additional training includes:
- Trauma-informed counselling
- Childhood abuse and recovery
- Bereavement counselling
- Flash Technique for trauma
- Health anxiety
- Shame and self-compassion
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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
£45.00 per session
Additional information
Sessions are £45 for 50 minutes.
I believe counselling should be as accessible as possible and aim to keep my fees affordable while providing a high-quality, professional service.
I offer a free 15-minute introductory telephone call so you can ask questions and decide whether we’d be a good fit before committing to counselling.
Payment is by bank transfer before each session. Please provide at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or rearrange an appointment.
Further information
Experience supporting clients with:
Anxiety and stress
Childhood abuse and trauma
Bereavement and anticipatory grief
Health anxiety
Low self-esteem
Shame
Caring responsibilities
Relationship difficulties
Menopausal symptoms
Life transitions
Identity and self-worth
