Carol Barker, BACP
- Evening and weekend availability
- BACP registered counsellor
- Supports adults with stress
About Carol Barker
Working in an integrative way, Carol draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor sessions to each person’s needs, focusing on practical skills and emotional understanding. She keeps her practice current by attending regular professional development courses so that her methods reflect up-to-date counselling skills.
Carol specialises in areas such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief and depression, and she also offers support around adoption and foster care, aging and caregiving concerns, body image, chronic illness and pain, and attachment-related difficulties. Her style emphasises empathy, genuine listening and collaboration to help clients clarify goals and develop coping strategies.
Appointments can be arranged with flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends on request. Her schedule is intended as a guide, so prospective clients are encouraged to send a message to discuss availability and whether she might be a good fit for their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carol Barker have?
Carol Barker has 7 years of experience.
Is Carol Barker a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Carol Barker provide therapy?
Carol Barker provides therapy in English.
Where is Carol Barker located?
Carol Barker is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Carol Barker as my therapist?
You can work with Carol Barker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carol Barker work with international clients?
Carol Barker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carol Barker 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and taking actions that move them toward a more meaningful life - it is often used for anxiety, low mood and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships and how they influence current connections and emotional responses, making it useful for relationship, family and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead to build self-understanding and confidence, which can help with depression, grief and life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Carol collaborates with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences, and adapts the approach as therapy progresses. This collaborative process helps ensure that work in sessions feels relevant and manageable.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility, allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging so people can fit support around work, caregiving or mobility needs. These options make it easier to access regular appointments, maintain continuity of care, and use the format that feels most comfortable for each individual.