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Carey-Sue Ham

Therapist · United Kingdom

Carey-Sue Ham, BACP

Experienced UK counsellor supporting change

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  • Thoughts and habits
  • Trauma and addiction
  • Mindful practical work

About Carey-Sue

Carey-Sue Ham is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with nine years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma and abuse, and other life stresses. Carey-Sue believes clients are the experts on their own lives and aims to support them in finding what already works for them.

She uses a collaborative style that treats the client as a partner. Sessions focus on listening, noticing patterns in thoughts and everyday habits, and trying small changes that feel manageable. The aim is to reduce distress and build more reliable ways of coping.

Carey-Sue draws on a mix of approaches to suit different needs. She offers client-centred listening, emotionally focused work to better understand relationships, mindfulness to slow down racing thoughts, and motivational techniques to help people make changes they want. She also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at longer-standing patterns.

In practical terms sessions are a space to talk through pressing concerns and to plan simple next steps. She helps with grief, sleep problems, parenting strains, career stress, and compassion fatigue alongside trauma recovery and addiction support. ADHD and attachment issues are also within her focus.

People who prefer a calm, respectful listener who will encourage gentle experiments in daily life may find her approach helpful. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyEmotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

BACP · United Kingdom

Languages

English

How Carey-Sue’s approaches adapt to online work

Carey-Sue draws from client-centred work that focuses on what matters to the client and on emotionally focused ideas that look at relationship patterns. Client-centred work means the counsellor follows the client’s lead and reflects what they say to help them make sense of things. Emotionally focused work pays attention to feelings in relationships and can help with intimacy issues, attachment concerns and recurring arguments.

She also uses mindfulness techniques to help slow down racing thoughts and to build small daily habits that reduce anxiety. Mindfulness can be useful for sleep problems, stress and managing strong emotions by practising short exercises between sessions. Choosing the right mix of methods is a collaborative process and she will work with each person to find what fits their needs and goals.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises and homework to an online setting so therapy remains practical and focused on everyday changes.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Carey-Sue commonly help with?

Carey-Sue supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief and relationship or intimacy-related issues. Her practice also covers parenting, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career change and compassion fatigue.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She works in a collaborative, client-centred way and focuses on thoughts and everyday habits. Sessions mix listening with practical steps such as mindfulness exercises or motivational techniques to try between meetings.

What background does she bring to therapy?

She has nine years of professional experience working with people facing trauma, addiction, anxiety and related issues. Her approach values the client as the expert on their own story.

What credential and location information is available?

Carey-Sue holds BACP accreditation and practises in the United Kingdom. Please rely on these stated details when checking professional standing.

In what languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients may be accepted, so language needs can be discussed when arranging appointments.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking so you know whether online or face-to-face formats are offered.

How is cost handled for therapy?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Confirm exact fees during the booking process.

How do I start working with Carey-Sue?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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