BACP

Carly Donovan, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Carly is a BACP therapist in the UK.

3+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Intimacy-related issues
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy

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About Carly

Carly Donovan is a United Kingdom based therapist who holds BACP accreditation, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings three years of professional experience to her practice. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, self-esteem challenges, and career-related difficulties, while also offering focused support for areas such as autism and Asperger Syndrome, commitment issues, communication problems, domestic violence, forgiveness, guilt and shame, infidelity, jealousy, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, panic disorder, postpartum depression, self-love, and social anxiety.

Carly adopts a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate stance, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client’s individual circumstances. Her practice emphasizes tailoring the therapeutic dialogue to align with specific goals and needs, guiding people through the often-difficult first steps toward greater wellbeing. Carly frames the work as a supportive collaboration, helping clients explore choices, build coping strategies, and move toward more fulfilling relationships and daily life.

Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Intimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemRelationship issuesCareer difficulties

Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy

Also listed for

Autism and Asperger Syndrome Commitment issues Communication problems Domestic violence Forgiveness Guilt and shame

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Infidelity Jealousy Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Self-love Social anxiety and phobia

Client-Centered and Existential Approaches Delivered Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a nonjudgmental, empathetic space in which the client leads the pace and content of sessions. This approach supports people who want to explore self-esteem, relationship dynamics, parenting challenges, and everyday stressors by emphasizing the client’s own resources and insights.

Existential Therapy invites clients to examine the meaningful choices and values that shape their lives. It is useful for those wrestling with questions of purpose, commitment, intimacy, or the emotional impact of transitions, helping people clarify what matters and how to live in alignment with their priorities.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Carly collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they assess progress and adapt the plan as therapy unfolds.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy around work, family life, and other commitments. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from home or elsewhere, while preserving the same professional relationship and therapeutic focus one would expect in face-to-face work.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Carly Donovan have?

Carly Donovan has three years of professional experience as a therapist.

Is Carly Donovan a registered therapist?

Yes. Carly holds BACP accreditation. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Carly Donovan provide therapy?

Carly provides therapy in English.

Where is Carly Donovan located?

Carly is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Carly Donovan as my therapist?

You can work with Carly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Carly Donovan work with international clients?

No. Carly Donovan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carly Donovan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Carly's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.