- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Carol
Carol Shields is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with 10 years of experience. She works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family issues, and anger. She also helps with low self-esteem, life changes, addictions, grief, parenting concerns, mood conditions and ADHD.
Her approach is straightforward and conversational. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer thinking. She draws on cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and on acceptance and commitment ideas to help people live by what matters to them. Mindfulness exercises are used to calm the body and steady attention.
Carol places emphasis on listening and on simple, repeatable tools people can use between sessions. She supports clients to notice patterns, try different responses, and practise new ways of relating to stress and strong emotions. Conversations include setting small goals and checking what works in daily life.
She works in English and accepts international clients. Her BACP registration reflects professional membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. That first meeting typically focuses on the most pressing concerns and on a plan for next steps.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values. It is useful for chronic frustration, persistent anger, and life changes where people want clearer direction.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. Online sessions often use practical exercises and thought records to reduce reactivity and build different responses to triggering situations.
Mindfulness practice is offered as short attention and breathing exercises. These help reduce physiological arousal and give people a tool to step back from strong emotions when they arise.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. Early sessions clarify what the person wants to address and test simple techniques to see what helps.
The original profile does not specify the exact online session formats she uses. Confirm current options before booking so you know what is available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises and homework to suit remote sessions.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, anger, self-esteem, grief, addictions, parenting challenges, depression, bipolar and ADHD.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and conversational. She uses clear tools to change thinking patterns and behaviour, and short mindfulness exercises to ease tension.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom and registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients; sessions are conducted in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know if video, phone or messaging options are offered.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.