I am a UK-based Person-Centred Counsellor and Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over five years of professional clinical experience supporting adults with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties.
I have experience working with clients experiencing anxiety disorders, including Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), social anxiety, health anxiety, and specific phobias, as well as depression, trauma-related difficulties, and body dysmorphic concerns. I also support individuals facing stress, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and difficulties related to motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.
My therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to each individual’s needs. My core training is in Person-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and I have also undertaken professional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psychodynamic approaches. This allows us to explore both present-day difficulties and the underlying patterns that may influence how you think, feel, and relate to others, while also developing practical tools to support change.
I aim to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe that you are the expert in your own story and that you already hold strengths that can help you navigate challenges and move towards meaningful change. Together, we can work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, building greater understanding, resilience, and confidence.
Seeking therapy can feel like a significant step, particularly when you may already be feeling vulnerable or overwhelmed. It takes courage to reach out and consider doing things differently. I am here to support and empower you in working towards a more fulfilling, balanced, and authentic life.
I am committed to working ethically and professionally in line with UK standards and engage in ongoing professional development to ensure my practice remains evidence-based and responsive to clients’ needs.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) #395123
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Carmen Ramos Bolivar. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Only had 2 sessions but even after the first I felt so much more confident about the week ahead!
Written on Apr 15, 2026 after therapy with Carmen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Carmen is a wonderful empathetic therapist who listens and helps in a way that is person centred and professional
Written on Oct 28, 2025 after therapy with Carmen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Carmen is great!
Written on Aug 21, 2025 after therapy with Carmen for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is an exceptional listener—always attentive and genuinely engaged in every session. She offers thoughtful, constructive feedback that never feels judgmental and consistently provides insightful perspectives that have helped me gain clarity on my concerns. Her empathetic approach and warm demeanor make me feel comfortable and supported. I highly recommend Carmen to anyone seeking a supportive and skilled therapist.
Written on Feb 19, 2025 after therapy with Carmen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Carmen is truly helping me navigate a path through a very challenging time
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Carmen for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Carmen is professional, courteous and polite and provides an appropriate level of support. She challenges my beliefs/thoughts in an effective way that has been valuable to navigate my current challenges.
I feel much better for Carmens help!
Written on Oct 10, 2024 after therapy with Carmen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue