Carolina Hargreaves

I work both online and in-person on 

• Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm.
  
• On Wednesdays and Fridays from 9.30 am to 2 pm.
  

Hi, I'm Carolina. I'm a bilingual MÂ鶹ԭ´´ Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with adults online across the UK and face-to-face in Leeds. I offer sessions in both English and Spanish, providing a culturally sensitive and inclusive space for people from diverse backgrounds.

Maybe you've been feeling anxious, low, or overwhelmed for a while. Maybe life has shifted in ways you didn't expect, and you're struggling to find your footing. Or perhaps you're not sure exactly what you need — you just know something doesn't feel right. Whatever has brought you here, you don't need a diagnosis or a clear goal to begin. I offer a warm, confidential, and non-judgmental space where we can explore what's going on for you, at your own pace.

Who I work with

I support adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including anxiety and worry, low mood and depression, stress and feeling overwhelmed, low self-esteem and self-criticism, relationship difficulties, emotional abuse and attachment difficulties, self-harm, and periods of change that have left you feeling lost, stuck, or unlike yourself.

I have a particular interest in life transitions — the moments when life shifts beneath your feet and you find yourself somewhere between who you were and who you're becoming. This might be migration and adjusting to a new country or culture, becoming a parent, midlife questioning, changes in friendships and identity, or simply a quiet sense that you no longer recognise yourself.

Having lived and worked across different countries and cultures myself, I bring both personal and professional insight into the emotional complexities of identity, belonging, and change. I understand firsthand what it means to carry multiple identities and navigate life between different worlds.

I also work with parents balancing the demands of raising children while adapting to a new culture — holding multiple roles and identities at once, often with very little space for themselves.

My approach is integrative and client-centred, drawing on a range of evidence-based models, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailored to your individual needs and pace. I do not apply a fixed method to everyone. 

Instead, I work collaboratively with you to shape therapy around what feels most helpful.

I believe a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is where meaningful change begins. You are the expert in your own life. My role is to offer a warm, consistent, and non-judgmental presence — a space where you can think freely, explore honestly, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

Together we can explore patterns, deepen self-awareness, build resilience, and support you in moving forward with greater clarity and self-understanding.

I work at Battle Scars, where I have built over two years of experience supporting individuals affected by self-harm. This work has deepened my understanding of the impact self-harm can have — not only on the person themselves, but also on their loved ones. It has reinforced my belief that compassionate, holistic support is essential — one that considers the broader picture, not just isolated experiences.

I worked as a counsellor at York St John Community Centre, where I supported clients presenting with anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, emotional abuse, attachment trauma, self-harm, and perfectionism.

Counselling Sessions

Step away from the noise of daily life and meet with me online or, if you prefer, face-to-face in my Garden Room, a peaceful space surrounded by nature.

Accessibility:

Private side entrance with a few steps.

Getting here:

By car: Clients can park directly in front at no additional cost.

By train: 0.5 miles from Horsforth Station (7 min walk)

By bus: 2 min walk from bus stops for the following services: 19A, 23, 31

I offer a free 15-minute initial conversation — a relaxed, no-obligation chat to help you decide whether working together feels right for you. 

I offer both short-term and open-ended therapy, with sessions available online across the UK and face-to-face in Leeds, in English and Spanish.

Taking that first step can feel hard. But you don't have to face this alone.