Carys Cole , BACP

Carys Cole is an experienced therapeutic counsellor who brings six years of focused practice supporting children, young people, families and adults across a range of settings. She has worked in schools, counselling organisations and within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, and she also maintains private practice. Her background includes work with diverse populations and with clients from different cultures and life stages, and she is comfortable discussing spiritual beliefs thanks to experience as a Christian counsellor.

Carys trained integratively, combining several theoretical approaches rather than relying on one single model. Her formal qualifications include an MSC in Counselling Children and Young People - a master level qualification - and a BSC Degree in Psychology - a bachelor level degree - and she has completed a BACP Certificate of Proficiency. She has undertaken additional professional development in areas such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapies, mindfulness-based practice and attachment in practice, which informs her flexible approach to treatment.

In session she collaborates with clients to tailor therapy to individual needs, offering reflective listening, supportive challenge and practical strategies to build confidence and new ways of thinking. She conducts regular reviews to assess progress and adapt the work, emphasising the quality of the therapeutic relationship as central to change and personal growth.

Approaches that guide online counselling and support

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and emotional response. It helps clients understand attachment needs, rebuild trust in relationships and address difficulties tied to abandonment or attachment wounds.

Client-Centered Therapy places the client at the heart of the work, offering empathetic listening and a non-directive stance so individuals can explore their feelings and find their own solutions. This approach suits people seeking a supportive, collaborative space to increase self-awareness and self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It is often used for issues such as anxiety, depression, stress and addictions, offering tools to manage symptoms and develop coping skills.

Determining the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carys works collaboratively with clients to explore their needs, goals and preferences and will adapt methods over time to find the best fit.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers accessibility and flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of support, attend sessions from familiar surroundings and choose a communication style that feels most helpful.