Carole Scarlett, BACP

Carole Scarlett is a BACP-registered counsellor with 22 years of experience supporting both young people and adults through a wide range of emotional challenges. She offers a non-judgmental, compassionate space where people can talk through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, self-esteem concerns and coping with life changes, working either short term or longer term depending on what the situation requires.

Her practice blends a person-centred orientation with evidence-informed techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods, allowing her to tailor interventions to each person’s needs. This combination aims to promote clarity, practical change and greater self-understanding while building on clients’ inner resources. Carole has particular experience with attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, domestic violence, eating and food-related issues, self-harm, isolation and other complex emotional responses.

Known for being empathic, encouraging and consistent, she listens carefully and offers thought-provoking support to help people grow into their capabilities. Carole is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects recognised professional training and practice standards.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Carole combines person-centred care with practical, skills-based methods to meet a range of concerns. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and acceptance, giving people the space to explore feelings, build self-awareness and strengthen self-worth - it suits issues like low self-esteem, life transitions and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical tools and exercises to reduce anxiety, manage low mood and change unhelpful patterns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused approach that helps people resolve ambivalence and find their own motivation for change, useful for commitment issues and behaviour shifts.

Finding the right approach is part of the process; Carole works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that fit their goals, preferences and pace, and she adjusts the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy by video call, phone session, live chat or text messaging offers flexibility and accessibility, making it easier to schedule regular sessions, maintain continuity of care and choose the format that best suits daily life while working with a registered professional.