Caroline Tanton Parham, BACP
Caroline Tanton Parham is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
About Caroline
Caroline Tanton Parham is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She uses her five years of experience to support people through anxiety, depression and other distressing states. Caroline explains things plainly and aims to build an open, honest working relationship from the first session.
She draws on several therapeutic approaches so sessions can be shaped to each person's needs.
Background and approach
That can mean looking at unhelpful thinking patterns, exploring attachment and relationship dynamics, or working with emotions to better understand what is happening. Practical tools and small exercises are offered to help with day-to-day challenges. Caroline often helps people who are struggling with stress, trauma and recovery from abuse as well as issues such as self-esteem, sleep and eating concerns.
She also supports people managing ADHD, bipolar mood challenges and long-term health problems, focusing on how these affect everyday life. Her style is warm and non-judgemental. Conversations are straightforward and collaborative.
The aim is to help people notice what gets in the way, try different ways of coping and make changes that feel realistic. Sessions can involve short-term problem solving or longer work that looks at early life experiences and how they shape current behaviour.
Caroline encourages small, achievable steps and helps people build skills to cope better with relationships, work and the stresses of daily 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
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Caroline will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and agree which methods to try first. Plans can change as therapy progresses, mixing practical skills work with deeper emotional or attachment-focused exploration depending on what helps.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when travel or time is limited. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into short breaks. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, written reflection or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring duties and everyday life while keeping the focus on making steady progress.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Caroline help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression and trauma, along with issues such as low self-esteem, grief, sleep and eating problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Caroline works in a warm, straightforward way and focuses on practical steps alongside emotional understanding.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Caroline offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are session costs handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions run on a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's listed availability.
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