Carlie Machell-Kay, NCPS
Psychodynamic counsellor for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and relationship focus
- Experience with domestic abuse
- Neurodiversity and brain injury
About Carlie Machell-Kay
Carlie Machell-Kay is a qualified psychodynamic counsellor who helps people explore why they think, feel, and behave as they do, and how earlier relationships continue to influence the present self. She has worked with people for over 25 years and qualified as a therapist seven years ago, bringing both long-standing experience in support roles and formal therapeutic training.
Carlie has specialised in trauma and relationship issues and has professional experience in women's mental wellbeing, with extensive work in domestic abuse settings. She also has personal experience of neurodiversity and brain injury, which informs a compassionate and informed way of supporting clients and families affected by these matters. Carlie is described as friendly and approachable and tailors therapeutic work to each person’s needs and goals. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional registration for counsellors that reflects her recognised standing in the field.
Carlie has specialised in trauma and relationship issues and has professional experience in women's mental wellbeing, with extensive work in domestic abuse settings. She also has personal experience of neurodiversity and brain injury, which informs a compassionate and informed way of supporting clients and families affected by these matters. Carlie is described as friendly and approachable and tailors therapeutic work to each person’s needs and goals. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional registration for counsellors that reflects her recognised standing in the field.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carlie Machell-Kay have?
Carlie Machell-Kay has seven years of experience as a qualified therapist.
Is Carlie Machell-Kay a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, which is a professional registration for counsellors.
In which languages does Carlie Machell-Kay provide therapy?
Carlie provides therapy in English.
Where is Carlie Machell-Kay located?
Carlie is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Carlie Machell-Kay as my therapist?
You can work with Carlie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carlie Machell-Kay work with international clients?
Yes, Carlie works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carlie Machell-Kay cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Psychodynamic and Trauma-Focused Care Online
Carlie offers psychodynamic therapy, which helps people explore patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviour that often originate in past relationships and life experiences. This approach can be useful for understanding recurring difficulties and improving self-awareness.She also uses trauma-focused therapy to address the effects of traumatic events, working to reduce the ongoing impact of trauma on daily life and relationships. Client-centered therapy is another core influence in her work, prioritising a warm, non-judgemental stance where the client’s needs and goals guide each session.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Carlie, as a registered professional, will collaborate with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Therapists often adapt methods over time to suit how a person responds.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow for flexibility in scheduling and format. These options make it easier to access regular sessions from different locations and to choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable for the client.
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