Counsellor profile
Charlotte Parker, BACP
Counsellor - anxiety and addictions
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- Anxiety and stress
- Addictions support
About Charlotte
Charlotte Parker is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with four years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief and loss, and low self-esteem. Sessions focus on helping people manage life changes, build motivation and deal with relationship and intimacy concerns.
She uses a client-centred approach, which means conversations are led by the person seeking help. The counsellor listens, reflects and follows the client’s pace to make space for what matters most. That approach suits issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties and coping with bereavement.
Charlotte also supports people dealing with eating and sleeping problems, anger and career concerns. Her wider focus includes attention to attachment challenges, codependency, blended family issues, and substance use. She mentions experience with compassion fatigue and long-term conditions such as bipolar disorder, where emotional support and practical coping strategies can be part of sessions.
Sessions aim to be straightforward and driven by the client’s goals. Conversations may cover day-to-day routines, thought patterns, and how a person relates to others. The counsellor helps clients identify small, manageable steps and clearer ways to communicate their needs.
Practical matters such as booking, fees and the first meeting are handled through the site. Prospective clients are advised to use the online matching tool and schedule an initial appointment to discuss whether this counselling style fits their needs.
Client-centred approaches in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s perspective. The counsellor listens deeply, reflects what is said and follows the client’s lead. This approach helps with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties and coping with loss by making conversations easier to understand and act on.Working out which approach fits best is part of the work together. The counsellor will talk through what feels most helpful, try different ways of talking, and agree what to focus on based on the client’s needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process rather than a fixed plan.
Practical benefits of using online counselling include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing travel time. Online sessions can make it easier to have a regular check-in around work or family commitments. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the available formats before booking. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt the length and frequency of sessions to suit everyday routines and goals.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she usually help with?
She works with anxiety, stress, addictions, grief, low self-esteem and related relationship and intimacy issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She practises Client-Centred Therapy, so sessions are led by the client with the counsellor reflecting and following their concerns.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She accepts international clients, as noted in her profile.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.