Caroline Tanton Parham, BACP
Caroline Tanton Parham is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) registration.
About Caroline
Caroline Tanton Parham is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) registration. She draws on five years of experience to help people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. Caroline aims to build an open and authentic working relationship where people can speak honestly about what feels difficult.
She trained in psychology and completed a postgraduate diploma in integrative counselling.
Background and approach
That background means she mixes approaches to match each person's needs rather than offering a single method for everyone. Sessions focus on practical changes alongside exploring the past to understand present patterns. In conversation she helps people challenge negative thoughts and try different ways of thinking.
She also works with neurodivergent clients on everyday strategies for managing ADHD, autism, and related challenges. Practical tools and clearer routines are part of this work when needed. Caroline also supports people dealing with grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions.
She uses attachment-informed ideas to look at how early experiences influence current relationships and feelings. Her manner is described by clients as empathetic and non-judgemental, with an emphasis on collaboration. The aim is to guide people toward small, achievable steps that make daily life feel more manageable and move them towards a more fulfilling life.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 185321 | 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 Caroline works with
Everything Caroline lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Caroline lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Client-Centred Therapy centres on a warm, non-judgemental relationship where the client leads the pace. In remote work this often means the counsellor reflects and clarifies what is said, helping the person feel heard and understood even when not face to face.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Online CBT sessions can teach practical tools for challenging negative thoughts and building small routines that reduce anxiety or low mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and agree a plan based on the client’s goals, preferences and everyday reality. That discussion is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Online formats offer flexible ways to fit therapy into life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited, live chat can suit quick check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These choices make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, study or caring responsibilities.
Frequently asked
What issues does Caroline help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression and related concerns such as low self-esteem, grief, trauma, eating and sleeping difficulties, and relationship strain.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and empathetic. She combines practical skills work with exploration of past experiences to understand current patterns.
How much experience does she have?
Caroline has five years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including bipolar features, trauma, and self-harm histories.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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