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Carly Tewkesbury-Witham

Carly Tewkesbury-Witham, BACP

United Kingdom

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BACP counsellor - Young adult issues and anxiety

  • Person centred approach
  • Neurodiversity aware
  • Life change support

About Carly

Carly Tewkesbury-Witham is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She focuses on concerns common in early adulthood such as anxiety, stress, relationship problems and coping with life changes. Carly also works with grief, self-esteem, trauma and neurodiversity related issues including autism and Asperger Syndrome.

Her approach is person centred. That means sessions are non-directive and the client leads the conversation while the counsellor reflects and listens. Carly describes her style as gentle and affirming and aims to help people notice and use their own strengths.

People come to her for help with practical pressures too - starting jobs, managing study stress, thinking about career choices or dealing with low motivation. She also speaks about communication difficulties and anger, as well as eating concerns and parenting strain where an individual wants support.

Carly favours short, clear conversations that help people feel less overwhelmed. She will work at the pace the client chooses and encourages small steps that build confidence. The centre of the work is the client's story and what they want to change.

If someone is unsure how to begin, Carly asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and book an initial session. That first meeting is used to set goals and agree how to continue, based on the person's needs and preferences.

How Client-Centred Work Transfers Online

Carly uses a person centred approach, which focuses on listening and reflecting rather than directing. This method helps people clarify what matters to them and can suit issues like anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship strains.

She also brings attention to neurodiversity, offering understanding and adjustments for people with autism or Asperger Syndrome. That means conversations can focus on communication differences, sensory needs and practical strategies rather than fitting a predefined model.

Choosing the right way of working is a collaborative process. Carly will discuss goals, preferences and how sessions feel to the client. Together they decide what pace and focus suit the person best, and review progress as they go.

The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work or busy schedules. They can also allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time and make it simpler to keep therapy in a routine.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCommunication problemsSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

Which concerns does Carly help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, among other areas listed in her profile.

What is her counselling style like?

Her style is person centred and non-directive. She listens, reflects and supports clients to lead the conversation.

How much experience does she have?

Carly has four years of professional work experience as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is listed with BACP and works in the United Kingdom.

Can I have sessions in another language or from abroad?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How do costs work for sessions?

Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What's the first step to start working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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