- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Self esteem
About Carol
Carol Bendinelli is a counsellor who helps people when life feels overwhelming or out of control. She meets people at their own pace and focuses on small, practical steps to ease stress, anxiety and low mood. Carol aims to create a warm, non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and understood.
She uses straightforward conversations to explore the causes of painful feelings. That can include grief, loss, relationship worries, parenting strain, or challenges linked to health and neurodiversity. Carol also offers support around self-esteem, motivation and changes such as separation or career shifts.
Carol has four years of professional experience and holds BACP accreditation with practice in the United Kingdom. Before training as a counsellor she worked in health, education and social care, supporting vulnerable adults and children.
In sessions she combines client-centred listening with practical tools from cognitive behavioural approaches and narrative work. Mindfulness exercises and attachment-focused thinking are used when they fit the client’s situation. The aim is to help people notice patterns, try new responses and build everyday coping skills.
People often book to talk through a single issue or to work on longer-term goals such as improving relationships, managing anxiety, or adjusting to life after loss. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions to suit their timing and needs.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. In conversation the counsellor helps people notice recurring relationship dynamics and try new ways of relating. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and reduce anxiety. Narrative therapy helps people tell their story in different ways so they can separate themselves from a problem and make new choices.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with the client about what feels most useful and adapt techniques to match goals and preferences. That collaborative process means methods can change over time as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy life - they can make scheduling easier, save travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Others value the chance to use mindfulness practices or written exercises between appointments to build everyday coping skills.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and low self-esteem, plus practical life changes and relationship worries.
What is her therapeutic style?
Sessions combine client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural ideas, mindfulness and narrative techniques in a simple, practical way.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with mental health and wellbeing issues.
What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment organised?
Cost varies by location and availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with this counsellor?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.