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Shane Carter, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 4 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression

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Shane Carter helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain and career worries. He also supports those dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, anger, intimacy concerns and the challenges of young adulthood. Shane works with issues like ADHD, social anxiety, workplace problems and feelings of emptiness or isolation.

Shane uses a calm, straightforward style and creates a relaxed space where people can speak openly. He encourages expression in whatever form feels natural - words, images, metaphor, drawing or music.

Background and approach

He aims to work with each person’s strengths and preferences rather than forcing a single way of working. Sessions focus on what is happening now, while sometimes looking back to understand how past events influence present feelings and behaviours. Shane will gently challenge unhelpful patterns when it seems useful to help people see situations from a different angle.

Honesty and genuineness guide his approach and he shares observations in the room when appropriate. He is active between sessions and uses messaging to check in, share worksheets and help set practical goals. People can expect a responsive counsellor who offers encouragement and practical steps as well as a listening ear.

Shane holds BACP accreditation, has four years of professional experience and works from the United Kingdom. Sessions are offered in English and are available through a range of online formats to fit different needs.

Client-centred work online and how it helps

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person at the centre of the work. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said and helps people find their own answers. This approach can help with low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship issues and the general struggle to make sense of life changes.

Shane favours a practical, honest style that combines present-focused conversation with selective exploration of the past. He may gently challenge familiar ways of thinking to open up new perspectives and help people try different choices in their daily life. This collaborative process aims to match the approach to each person’s goals and preferences.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit therapy around work, study or family life. Video is useful for fuller conversation and non-verbal cues, phone calls suit shorter check-ins or lower bandwidth, and messaging or live chat can support ongoing reflection between sessions. These options give flexibility and practical ways to keep therapy going when schedules are tight or quick check-ins are helpful.

What concerns does Shane specialise in?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, anger, career worries and coping with life changes, among other concerns.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Shane adopts a calm, client-centred style that encourages honest conversation and uses whatever mode of expression suits the person, such as words, images or metaphor.

What experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working with a broad range of emotional and life issues.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

Shane holds BACP accreditation and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

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

How do I begin a counselling relationship?

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Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centred Therapy

Experience: 4 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Shane

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Shane Carter, BACP

Background and approach

Client-centred work online and how it helps

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety