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. Life doesn't always feel easy, and sometimes we find ourselves struggling more than we'd like to admit. I'm a bilingual MBACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist, working with adults online across the UK and face-to-face in Leeds, in English and Spanish.

Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety, stress or self-doubt, constantly questioning yourself or trying to meet expectations that leave you feeling exhausted. You might be finding it difficult to manage your emotions, navigate relationship challenges or adjust to a life change that has left you feeling lost or disconnected from yourself. Whatever brings you to counselling, you don't need to have all the answers. We can start wherever you are.

Who I work with

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress and emotional difficulties, including those caught in cycles of self-criticism, perfectionism or people-pleasing. You might struggle to quieten your inner critic, set boundaries or understand patterns that keep repeating in your relationships. I also have an interest in emotional abuse, attachment difficulties and self-harm.

I'm particularly interested in supporting people through life transitions, migration and questions of identity and belonging. Moving to a new country, adapting to a different culture, becoming a parent or navigating changes in relationships can leave you feeling uncertain about who you are and where you belong.

Having lived and worked across different cultures myself, I understand some of the challenges of finding your place between different worlds. I also support parents balancing the demands of raising children while adapting to a new culture, often with little space for their own needs.

Whether you're trying to make sense of a difficult period, understand yourself more deeply or find a way forward, you don't have to figure everything out on your own. We can take things one step at a time.

About my practice

My approach is integrative and grounded in Person-Centred Therapy. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), adapting our work to your individual needs, preferences and pace. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach; instead, we work collaboratively to find what feels most helpful for you.

I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel heard, accepted and free from judgement, is an important part of meaningful change. You are the expert in your own life, and my role is to offer a warm, consistent and supportive presence where you can explore your experiences, deepen your self-understanding and develop a kinder relationship with yourself.

My aim is to help you make sense of patterns that may be keeping you stuck, explore difficult emotions and find ways forward that feel right for you.

I have over two years of experience working at Battle Scars, supporting people affected by self-harm. This work has deepened my understanding of the complex emotions and challenges that self-harm can involve, both for individuals and their loved ones, and reinforced the importance of compassionate, holistic support.

Previously, I worked as a counsellor at York St John Community Centre, supporting clients with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, emotional abuse, attachment-related issues, 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 uphill)

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.