Carl Selby, BACP
Carl Selby is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of experience.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Career difficulties
- +3 more
About Carl
Carl Selby is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. He focuses on everyday pressures such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and career difficulties. He also helps people who are coping with life changes and depression.
Carl aims to create a calm, accepting space where clients can speak openly about what they are feeling. He encourages honest conversation about worries, doubts and setbacks. Sessions tend to be practical and centred on what is happening now.
Background and approach
Carl listens and helps clients clarify what matters most to them and which small steps might help. Common topics he supports include motivation struggles, confidence, social anxiety and feeling isolated. He also works through issues tied to guilt, shame and communication problems.
Conversations often focus on building self-understanding and clearer ways to handle difficult moments. Carl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide his work and keeps the process straightforward. He treats each person as an individual and adapts sessions to their needs.
Progress usually looks like clearer priorities and more confidence in decision-making. Starting therapy can feel hard, and Carl acknowledges that first step. He works at a calm pace and helps clients set realistic goals for change.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 406709 | June 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Carl works with
Everything Carl lists, in their own terms.
Online support
Another approach he uses centres on facing upsetting situations gradually and building confidence through small, repeated actions. That method supports people dealing with avoidance, social anxiety and loss of motivation by creating clear, doable practice tasks.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Carl discusses goals and preferences in early sessions and adapts methods to fit what the client wants. The process is collaborative and reviewed as progress is made.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so people can pick what fits their life. Video is good for a full conversation when time allows, phone works well when bandwidth is limited, and messaging suits short check-ins or flexible schedules. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, family and everyday routines.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does Carl address?
Carl helps with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career difficulties and depression. He also supports people coping with life changes and issues like isolation, guilt and social anxiety.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are straightforward and practical, focusing on current problems and small, achievable steps. He prioritises open conversation and clear next actions.
How much experience does he have?
Carl has three years of professional experience working with the concerns listed above. He draws on that experience to offer focused support.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
Carl holds BACP accreditation and works in the United Kingdom.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients and works with people in the United Kingdom.
How are sessions delivered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How much do sessions cost and how do I start?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a session.
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