I work as a member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy which gives you the confidence you are working with a professional counsellor under the guidelines of a professional organisation. I have worked within the National Health Service for 32 years gaining vast experience in many health care settings. I have been privileged to work on the BetterHelp platform for over three years. I also provide private therapy to adults working in a non judgemental environment.
I attend regular courses to update my knowledge in order to allow me to work with the most up to date and current counselling skills.
I work as a integrative Counsellor using a variety of differing counselling approaches and techniques which aim to support your individual needs in an empathetic, genuine approach. Life can present many challenges for which a little support can make a difference. "Remember you are your own limit".
If you feel I can support you I would be pleased to be part of your journey. Taking the decision to accept help and support is the first part of a better understanding of yourself and how you can achieve peace in your life. Don't struggle alone I am here to listen and support you in a non judgemental manner.
I work with a very flexible approach working evening's and weekends on request to fit in with busy lives, I aim to be as flexible as possible to suit your needs. My schedule is only a guide to my availability so please don't hesitate to message me. Thank-you for taking time to read my profile.
Additional areas of focus:Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hearing impaired, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Carol Barker. 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.
She' s great, and is helping me find my way
Written on May 16, 2026 after therapy with Carol for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Carol is an experienced therapist who has already helped me tremendously in a couple of weeks of starting therapy. As someone who is new to therapy, Carol's expertise as a seasoned therapist put me at ease and allowed me to trust her during the process. The sessions have already been incredibly insightful and I have started to already see changes in myself (for the better) thanks to her insights and guidance. Thank you Carol and I 100% recommend her.
Written on Sep 22, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Carol is one of the kindest and most understanding individuals I have ever met and we're only on week 3 together. She is an extremely well qualified individual but more than that, she's warm, understanding and helping me so much in understanding myself. I have never really got on well with therapy before but Carol really makes me feel heard. Can't recommend her enough! ⭐️
Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Very helpful
Written on Aug 26, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 7 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, and grief
Lovely and helpful
Written on Aug 08, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 1 year and 3 months
Carol has been a great help to me during a hard time in my life and I really appreciate her understanding and guidance. Thanks a lot!
Written on Jul 01, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
So far it has been very helpful
Written on Jun 10, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Carol is a very supportive therapist. She is excellent at responding to messages and has provided useful tools and frameworks to consider with interpersonal relationships.
Written on May 28, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 3 months on issues concerning family conflicts
Carol is fantastic. She's been helping me navigate my breakup by offering support, helping me organize my thoughts, and giving me a new perspective.
Written on Apr 22, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Carol's support has guided me through one of the toughest experiences of my life. She has been a wonderful confident who has offered expert advice and helped me make lasting changes to my thought patterns and the way I approach adversity.
Written on Apr 08, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Amazing highly appreciated and recommended lovley lady
Written on Apr 07, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Carol has been absolutely wonderful in our three sessions so far and beyond. We began when I felt I was at rock bottom, and I look forward to her input and perspective on things now. I feel like I can talk to her about all of the different aspects of my life openly and she’s also incredibly good at picking up little reasons or triggers that I might not have even considered. I find it really easy with her to talk through my mind, when it so often feels jumbled and disorderly. I feel validated and confident in our space. She always responds to anything I have to say, even outside of our sessions, however chaotic I am. There’s never any judgment or criticism, just openness and she’s helped me evaluate my own thoughts. I’m currently working with her to be able to control my emotions in a healthier way and if it wasn’t for Carol I wouldn’t be able to do that. I think I said in our last session “can I just talk to you forever”. Highly recommend her she is an angel.
Written on Mar 12, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Carol helped me quit drugs and vaping and has been a huge support in managing my anxiety. I used to feel completely powerless over my bad habits and would spiral in and out of anxiety. Now, I feel much more in control and am much happier. I'm very grateful for her help.
Written on Feb 25, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and adhd
Very good knowledge of subject matter and caring approach.very helpful and a good listener
Makes me feel at ease. Very good therapist 5 star
Written on Feb 16, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and eating disorders
Carol is insightful, kind and an extremely competent therapist. I have found our sessions very helpful indeed.
Written on Feb 03, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 4 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Its only been 2 sessions but she is a really good listener and is definitely trying very hard to work out what's going on with me and dedicated to helping me. I have faith in her skills and her as a person. I am looking forward to continuing the practice to see what happens in the future!
Written on Jan 15, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, and adhd
The experience with Carol has been very positive and uplifting
Written on Nov 21, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management
Can’t thank Carol enough for her help and support. Been through many therapists in my life and Carol has by far been the most helpful
Written on Sep 30, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Since meeting Carol my life has changed significantly, I have left a job that was leaving me miserable and angry and found one I absolutely love. I also left a relationship I wasn’t happy in and have now found one I am! Carol really helped me recognise my feelings about these things that weren’t making me happy and encouraged me to pursue hobbies that I love, through this I gained the confidence to make the decisions that have changed my life. She also really helped me process a huge loss in my life and learn to live with grief, through this my relations to my family are much happier too. She’s also very warm, friendly and intelligent! She gives helpful practical advice and is very encouraging! I am much better off for meeting her!
Written on Jul 13, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Carol is a great listener. She is patient and uses her world of wisdom to draw out my hidden fears, giving reassurance and making me feel hopeful
Written on Jun 13, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem
Carol is an absolutely brilliant therapist, I couldn't recommend her enough. She not only listens closely to what you say, but she also provides thoughtful and practical advice, offering her wisdom, expertise and understanding to all situations. She helped me through a really challenging period of my life and I couldn't be more grateful for that.
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Carol you’ve made such a difference to me at an incredibly vulnerable time in my life. You’ve shown me how to navigate through deep trauma and start to think in a more positive way. I know this is only the start and look forward to the journey to feeling whole again.
Written on Feb 14, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and grief
Very supportive, understanding, friendly, professional and knowledgeable.
Written on Jan 05, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have been seeing Carol for a few months now and I feel like I'd be lost without this woman, my sessions with her are my weekly highlight, she listens with no judgement and supports you through difficult times. If anyone is looking for a therapist I could not recommend Carol any more if I tried. Thank you for everything
Written on Oct 15, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Carol is a brilliant therapist; knowledgeable, kind and she just gets me. She remembers everything; challenges when required, allows me to think outside the box and is always available. Even in times of calm, I rely on Carol. Thank you! X
Written on Oct 11, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have been having therapy for around 2/3 months with Carol. It took me a while to find a therapist that cares and supports me but also pushes me to reach my therapy goals. I highly recommend :)
Written on Oct 10, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Carol is the best therapist I have ever had the pleasure of working with! She has made me feel so heard and helped me to develop self confidence and belief in myself.
Carol pays attention to everything that you say and actively helps you to begin reflecting and subtly encourages you to notice your own achievements and progress independently.
I can’t recommend Carol enough!
Written on Aug 08, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Carol is amazing! She listens in such a gentle and caring manner. She really cares and even makes notes while you are speaking so she always understands how to get to the root of the issue. She recommends methods and homework to do. You will feel comfortable with her straight away. Lots of experience.
Written on Jun 23, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Carol has really given me the tools to cope with my emotions and I have really discovered myself better. My sessions with Carol have made me grow as a person and I could see a difference. She's really incredible and understanding towards the situations I have faced. I am so grateful to have met her and I feel like she has brought the confidence in me which I didn’t know how to build at the time.
Written on Jun 01, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
I always feel Better after a session with Carol. She is a good listener and always offers great advice/ helps me see things from a different perspective. It helps that she has a good sense of humour too!
Written on May 09, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have only had 2 sessions with Carol but found her very helpful and responsive.
Written on May 07, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and coping with life changes
Carol helped me to process grief and loss in a healthy way and has helped me recognise my emotions and how to break them down and deal with situations constructively.
Written on Mar 29, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Carol was great at listening and understanding. Helped me see things from different perspectives and provided ways to cope and manage difficult situations along with how to approach issues.
Really helped and I am thankful!
Written on Mar 26, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
Carol is a sensitive and experienced therapist who puts you at ease and allows you to go at your own pace.
From the moment you meet her, you can sense her genuine desire to understand and help you. She has a knack for making you feel comfortable and safe, which is crucial for anyone seeking therapy.
She is an active listener and an expert in helping you identify and work through the challenges you're facing.
I highly recommend Carol for anyone seeking support and guidance!
Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Carol for the past 6 months, she has been invaluable in helping improve my mental health, especially with overthinking and past issues. Each week she listened and helped me realised that I am good person and enough, which has helped me put my situation in perspective. I highly recommend her.
Written on Mar 10, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 5 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, and self esteem
Carol was great to work with and really helped me with coping with my anxiety. I always felt listened to and comfortable in our sessions, and have come away from the Better Help experience feeling positive and having made progress.
Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Carol is excellent. I only felt I needed her help for a couple of sessions as she gave me such articulate and practical advice to move through my issues. My sessions with Carole were the most effective counselling sessions I’ve had in my life. Very grateful for her help.
Written on Feb 12, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Carol was excellent and really had a huge impact on me overcoming the issues I was facing over a period of months. She listened well, showed empathy, knew when to probe and when not to, and ultimately gave me good advice and guidance on how to overcome a difficult period. I appreciate her support hugely - it has left me feeling stronger, more self-aware and more confident in myself - and I wouldn't hesitate to go back to her if I needed to. Thank you so much, Carol!
Written on Feb 05, 2023 after therapy with Carol for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Amazing therapist, has always helped me when thjbgs got rough. She's given me amazing insight on my mental heath and behaviour. I could not recommend Carol enough.
Written on Dec 31, 2022 after therapy with Carol for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Carol has been great and very supportive of both my partner and I, and helps us form solutions together that we can apply during the sessions and also take away. Since our sessions began, we have found lots of issues, both small and slightly larger, easier to resolve and truly work as a team. The couple sessions are extremely helpful, but we have also had individual sessions that have equally been great. Carol truly listens and understands our situations and her experience offers great advice to allow us to work together. I would certainly recommend Carol.
Written on Dec 03, 2022 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Carol is amazing! Really listens, understands and helps me understand my thoughts and feelings!
Written on Oct 08, 2022 after therapy with Carol for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Friendly and encouraging
Written on Aug 18, 2022 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
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